Destination Guide: Brighton

A fantastic mix of iconic attractions, award winning restaurants, funky arts and culture make Brighton one of the most creative cities in Europe, the perfect setting for any business events or incentives. Nestling between the South Downs & the sea on the stunning south coast, Brighton is a cosmopolitan compact city offering everything from Regency heritage to beachfront cool. Highly accessible at just less than 50 minutes from London you will have no excuse not to try out our Meet England itinerary of ideas here to give a taster of what Brighton has to offer meeting planners. *Day 1: Meeting Pavilion Splendour.* Check into one of Brighton’s wide variety of hotels there’s with something for everyone from majestic seafront hotels to stylish city centre boutiques. For traditional five star luxury try The Grand Hotel situated on the seafront offering 200 bedrooms and 10 meeting rooms alternatively for those after something a little different try myhotel situated in the North Laine cultural quarter, here you can experience a spiritual ethos adorned with crystals. From the Grand Hotel take a few minutes walk to The Brighton Centre for a breakfast meeting. The Brighton Centre is they cities purpose built conference centre with the impressive ability to cater for up to as many as 6000. Late morning take a breath of sea air with a City Walking tour. With the help of experienced guides explore the history of the lanes. Once the heart of the fishing village Brighthelmstone, today you will find the twisting alleyways full of designer boutiques and antique shops. Round off the tour with a visit to the spectacular Royal Pavilion; this stunning palace universally acclaimed as the most exotically beautiful buildings was former seaside residence of King George IV. Decorated in Chinese style with an Indian exterior, this Regency palace will be a breathtaking experience for all guests. Here up to 200 delegates can enjoy with a delicious lunch followed by an afternoon of meetings in the most spectacular of surroundings. In the evening introduce delegates to the Brighton Dome, a fantastic entertainment venue consisting of three venues - The Main Concert Hall, the Corn Exchange and Pavilion Theatre. For dinner take delegates through into the Corn Exchange for a relaxing evening meal. This historic place was formerly the Price Regent's stables but today it is a versatile space that can be used for a variety of events and conferences. *Day 2: Teambuilding by the seaside.* Start the day with a light breakfast and waste no time in taking your delegates to the water at the Brighton Marina. Sailnetuk can here provide your guests with an action packed day offering Group sailing events, tuition and team building. For those with a little less energy power boat training and courses. Finally end the morning session on a high with the opportunity for delegates to sail around a floating track culminating in an exhilarating race finale. Having built up a healthy appetite at sea why not take a break for lunch with a difference. A trip to Brighton would not be the same without traditional seaside fish and chips. Wander back to the impressive Brighton Pier opened 1899 where guests can enjoy a Champagne Fish and Chip Lunch whilst admiring the clear sea view. After lunch delegates can head back to The Grand and take advantage of the 10 meeting rooms, catering for up to 730 theatre style. Round of meetings and finish the day’s adventure with a luxurious Sussex Cream Tea guests can sit back and enjoy biscuits and cakes in the elegant Victoria Lounge of The Grand. Here delegates can enjoy a few last minutes sea side views before collecting suitcases and returning home after a truly memorable experience in Brighton.