English Courses in Brighton
Overview
Brighton and Hove (commonly called “Brighton”) is a city in East Sussex, Southeast England. The towns of Brighton and Hove formed a unitary authority in 1997 and in 2001 were granted city status by Queen Elizabeth II. Brighton is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city of 250,000 people and it represents an ideal place for international students to live and study. It is nestled in between the sea and the countryside, with the best choice of entertainment on the south coast and a wealth of things to do.
In the city, students will find several cinemas, concert halls, theaters and the best nightclubs outside London with top DJs regularly playing there. Top names in the music world perform in Brighton before moving to London’s West End.
There is a modern shopping mall in Churchill Square, the antique jewelry shops of the “Lanes” in the old town, and the bohemian shops of the North Laine. Throughout the year, the city is host to many festivals and special events. Brighton and Hove is a great place for sports as well—there are facilities available for sailing, windsurfing, beach volleyball, golf, cycling, football, basketball and tennis.
Language Schools and Camps in this Destination
In Brighton, Marshall Language Services also works with the following English language schools:
- St. Giles Brighton
- British Study Centres (BSC) Brighton
- EC Brighton
- Kaplan Brighton
- Embassy CES Brighton
Images of Brighton, United Kingdom
Things to Do and See During a Vacation Study
The Royal Pavilion
This is a seaside palace built by the Prince Regent (George IV) in 1786. With its Indian-style exterior and mainly Chinese interior, it is the highlight of any visit to Brighton and Hove.
Palace Pier
Opened in 1899, it is the only “intact” pier in Brighton, and it is now a “pleasure pier,” unlike the chain structure it replaced which was used for the landing of boats. It entertains millions of visitors during the height of the summer season with its arcades, cafes and restaurants.
Walk of Fame
At the Brighton Marina, this is displayed in a trail of 100 specially-carved plaques bearing the names of stars and personalities from across the historic, creative and sporting spectrum connected with the city.
North Laine
The North Laine is a bohemian bustle of criss-cross streets in the heart of the cultural quarter of the city. It is home to over 300 unique shops in less than half a square mile.
Theatre Royal
As one of the oldest and most distinguished theatres in the country, it has presented professional productions continuously since 1807. The auditorium of the grade II listed building, which is located at the heart of the city’s cultural quarter, represents an example of the finest Regency architecture visible in England.
Ridgeview Wine Estate
Located in Ditchling, a 20-minute drive from Brighton, Ridgeview is a second-generation family company, founded in 1995 and dedicated to the production of the highest-quality English Sparkling Wine.
Foredown Tower
The Foredown tower is a converted Edwardian water tower. Housing the largest operational camera obscura in the Southeast, it is a unique optical device which gives outstanding views of the surrounding areas.
British Airways i360
Visitors can glide up slowly to 450 feet (137 meters) to enjoy breathtaking 360° views from the world’s tallest moving observation tower and the world’s first vertical cable car.
Volks Electric Railway
Built in 1883, this is Britain’s oldest electric railway, and runs for one and a quarter miles (2 km) along the top of the beach from the Aquarium Station near Brighton Pier to the Marina.
Open Market
The historic Open Market is home to over 50 of Brighton’s most talented and knowledgeable local producers and creators, with a strong focus on fresh nutritious foods and ethical products.
Open Air Theatre
This is an open air venue in Dyke Road, Hove, which provides an intimate atmosphere for live performances and screenings under the sky.
West Blatchington Windmill
Built in the 1820s, it still has all the original mill workings in place. Visitors can discover how grain is turned into flour and explore a fascinating display of historical and agricultural exhibits.
Festivals in Brighton and Hove:
February: Half-marathon, Science Festival
March: Pioneer Motorcycle Run
April: Food and Drink Festival
May: Festival of Arts and Music (the biggest festival of arts and music in England), Fringe Festival, Artists’ Open Houses
June: The London to Brighton Bike Ride (Europe’s largest cycling event), London to Brighton Classic Car Run, Brighton Fashion Week
July: Kite Festival, Carnival Parade
August: Pride parade
September: Food Festival, Brighton triathlon, Japan Festival
October: Volkswagen Fun Run, Brighton Comedy Festival
November: London to Brighton Veteran Car Run (commemorates the Emancipation run of 1896), CINECITY
December: Burning the Clocks – Lantern Parade, Christmas Artists ‘Open Houses
How to Arrive at your Language Course
By Air
The nearest airport to Brighton is London Gatwick Airport, about 45 km away. The second nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport, about 100 km away. There are direct coaches to Brighton from Gatwick Airport (about 45 minutes) and Heathrow Airport (about 2 hours).
By Train: There are direct trains to Brighton from Gatwick Airport (about 35 minutes) and Luton (about 2 hours).
Persons traveling from central London can take direct trains to Brighton from London Victoria station (about 50 minutes) and London Bridge station (about 1 hour).
More general information about arriving in Brighton is available here.