Bursting with green spaces to discover, Brighton & Hove boasts some amazing parks and gardens. Now Spring is bringing brighter weather, it’s the ulitmate time to explore more.

Green spaces are proven to help both physical and mental health, and even a short amount of time can help, find out the benefits of moving more, small changes can really add up. Our round-up makes choosing where to go a walk in the park!

Preston Park 

This is the largest urban park in the city, with plenty of space for everyone to explore. Boasting wildflower, walled and rose gardens plus a children’s playground, numerous pitches for ball games and not one but two cafés, you will want to plan a whole day here.

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Hove Park

With its many blossom trees, children's play area and plenty of green space to explore, Hove Park is an idyllic spot for a Spring picnic. If you fancy a more energetic activity, this is a great place for cycling and offers 7 tennis courts and a football pitch. Don't miss the three cornered copse, a beautful corridor to the South Downs National Park. 

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The Royal Pavilion Gardens

In the centre of the city, in the shadow of a Royal Palace, you will find the Royal Pavilion Gardens. Having been lovingly restored to their Regency Splendour, they are screaming out for a picnic, and a popular spot with locals on a sunny day. Plus, the Pavilion Gardens café offers delicious food and drinks if you forget to pack everything!

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Kipling Gardens

Once the home of Rudyard Kipling, these beautiful gardens offer a range of spaces to explore. The gardens are considered a fine example of horticultural excellence and have been frequent holders of the prestigious Green Flag, which is awarded to the best parks and green spaces in England and Wales.

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Queens Park

This tranquil spot, is a popular place for lovers of wildlife, the large pond attracts a variety of birds, but be sure to leave the bread at home and take some seeds instead, our winged friends will thank you! Grab a drink from the café and sit back whilst watching the kids enjoy the playpark. Plus, the colourful houses on route to the park make it a fun walk to get to! 

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Stanmer Park

With its beautiful woodland walks and extensive open lands, Stanmer Park is just as perfect for a family picnic as it is for a kick about with your friends or those looking for a bracing walk over the Downs. If you are feeling peckish, One Kitchen is a great stop off for lunch once you've used up all your energy! 

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The Level

An excellent choice for when you don't have time to travel, The Level is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, with a sensory play ground area and skateboard park, The Level appeals to a wide age range of children, keeping everyone entertained at the same time! 

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Devil's Dyke

One of the best views around Brighton is from the top of Devil’s Dyke, a popular beauty spot, with panoramic views of the Sussex countryside thanks to a 100m deep valley you can see for miles, ideal for taking in the scenery. It’s also a legendary spot for viewing sunsets so we recommend timing your trip just right!

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South Downs National Park

If you really want to get away from it all, South Downs National Park offers some of the most famous views in Sussex. With plenty of trails and walks you can decide whether you explore the coast or countryside!

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Brighton's green spaces are waiting to be discovered, whether you want to dine alfresco, hike or play a game of tennis, it's all here waiting for you!

Caroline