Brighton & Hove Countryside

Did you know there are over 14,000 acres of countryside in Brighton and the surrounding areas?

And that's not all. As well as stunning Brighton and Hove countryside, there are many beautiful parks in Brighton, as well as picturesque gardens. The perfect complement to a buzzing city, these areas allow you to escape to a scenic, tranquil world of down lands, footpaths, bridleways and byways.

Take a walk in the Brighton countryside
Breeze up to Devil's Dyke, take in an award-winning walk, cycle into Kipling's Rottingdean, home of some of the most stunning gardens in Brighton, or join a woodland trail. The ppportunities are endless. You'll also find a rich range of plants, animals and wildlife amidst the Brighton and Hove countryside, just moments from the city.

Make the most of the countryside in Brighton
We want you to get the most from the countryside, parks and gardens in Brighton, so we've put together some information to help get you started. Select the topic headings below for more information.

If you need further advice on what to do in Brighton call 0906 711 2255 or email us on brighton-tourism@brighton-hove.gov.uk.

Walks and trails: Find out about country walks and trails, including information on cycling.

Green Spaces: Need a break from city life? There are plenty of green spaces in and around Brighton & Hove.

Wildlife: Discover the huge variety of plants, animals and wildlife in Brighton and the surrounding areas.

Local organisations and other useful links: A range of useful links related to the countryside and green spaces in and around Brighton & Hove.

And don't forget, the countryside is there for everyone to enjoy. So when venturing outside the city, please always use by the Countryside Code.