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Pride in Brighton
Educational trip to Brighton
Take your students on a trip to Brighton & Hove. An inclusive, free-thinking city in the heart of Sussex. With a blend of modern culture and exotic architecture, sea and countryside, make Brighton your base and discover new places and experiences both inside the city and out.
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Packages from £295
Get in touchBrighton is considered the “unofficial” gay capital of the UK, with places like Manchester and London ranking close-by. Brighton Pride is still one of the largest attended Pride events around the UK, often attracting six figure numbers.
Highlights:
- Walking tour of Kemptown
- Pride pre-party
- LGBTQ+ Community Parade
- Fabuloso
Your travel itinerary could look like...
Day 1
AM - Walking tour of Kemptown
A walking tour of Kemptown, the vibrant LGBTQ+ neighborhood in Brighton is an ideal way to explore the colorful streets, visit LGBTQ+-friendly shops, and enjoy a coffee or milkshake in one of the local establishments.
Kemptown is the heart of LGBTQ Brighton. Located just up the road from Brighton Pier and down from The Royal Pavilion, here you will find an array of Gay Pubs, hotels and cafes, some of which are decades old!
PM - Pride pre party
At night attend a Pride pre-party or social event to meet fellow LGBTQ+ travelers and locals.
Head to Legends, an LGBTQ Hotel, Bar and Restaurant offering everything that Brighton has to offer from good food to Drag and Cabaret!
Day 2
AM - Brighton & Hove Pride LGBTQ+ Community Parade
The Brighton & Hove Pride LGBTQ+ Community Parade is probably the biggest public celebration of the city and definitely the most popular LGBTQ+ event. Considered as one of the most fun in the world, it brings more than half a million people each year to the streets of Brighton to continue demonstrating for LGTBI+ rights in the UK.
PM - Fabuloso in the Park
The Parade starts at Hove Lawns at 11am on the Saturday of Brighton Pride Weekend and travels through the city centre to Preston Park where Fabuloso in the Park takes the celebrations well into the night with live music and entertainment. It’s a ticketed event so make sure you have your access organised in advance. Featuring over 100 LGBTQ+ artists across 12 different entertainment areas including main stage, dance tents, cabaret stages and much more.
If you’re unable to secure entry to Fabuloso or you want to party through the night, then Revenge Bar & Club is the place for you. Promoted Brighton’s Number 1 LGBTQ+ venue, Revenge has over five different floors (Bar on the ground, Club up above and Rooftop Terrace at the top!) and features a variety of mezzanine break out areas, booths and VIP rooms surely perfect for your group?
Day 3
AM - Brighton i360 Viewing Tower
Time to take a tour of the city, with some of the most unique attractions in the UK. Why not experience Brighton’s newest challenge? Brighton i360 Viewing Tower is taking heights to a whole new level, climbing to the top of the Brighton i360 Tower you’ll experience the ultimate way to see the city meet the ocean.
The spectacular seaside palace, The Royal Pavillion mixes Regency grandeur with Indian architecture and Chinese inspired interiors. Originally the palace of the Prince Regent (George IV) it was transformed by John Nash between 1815 and 1823 into one of the most dazzling and exotic buildings in the British Isles.
Get even more thrills at Brighton Palace Pier, a 1,722ft long Victorian pier, located in the heart of Brighton and Hove’s 8 miles of coastline. There’s a famous fish and chip restaurant, a range of concessions, fairground attractions and two arcades!
PM - The Upside Down House & Departure
Before leaving town the Upside Down House is a must, the UK’s only topsy-turvy attraction, its a hybrid of street art and experiential entertainment that’s fun for all ages.
Whats included
- Hotel accommodation, shared for students
- Activities and entrance fees as per itinerary
- Coach hire
Why not add
- Royal Pavilion
- Palace Pier
Why choose us
- Fully accredited and financially protected
- Knowledgeable and experienced staff
- Regional Educational Development Execs to support all stages of the trip process
- Customer portal and app for when you’re on the move
- 24hr support
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