Brighton, England — City Information
City Facts
- Location
- East Sussex, on the south coast of England.
- Time Zone
- GMT (GMT + 1 from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October).
- Electricity
- 240 volts AC, 50Hz; square three-pin plugs are standard.
- Average January Temperatures
- 6°C (43°F).
- Average July Temperatures
- 19°C (66°F).
- Average Annual Rainfall
- 650mm (25 inches).
Cost of Living
| 1.00 USD = 0.62 GBP |
| 1.00 EUR = 0.87 GBP |
| Currency conversion rates as of 19 July 2011 |
Special Events
Gay Pride
February and August
The largest Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender Pride Festival in the UK hosts a week of community events. In August, the festivities culminate in a big parade from the seafront through the city to Preston Park.
Website: www.brightonpride.org
Brighton Festival
May
The largest international arts festival in England, second only to the Edinburgh. Festival in Great Britain as a whole
Website: www.brighton-festival.org.uk
The Great Escape Festival
May
Three nights of the best new music from across the globe.
Various venues in Brighton's city center
Website: www.escapegreat.com
The London to Brighton Bike Ride
June
Europe's biggest fundraising bike ride.
Website: www.cycle-rides.co.uk/brighton.htm
London to Brighton Ace Café
September
The world-renowned motorcycle run brings tens of thousands of motorbikes to the city.
Website: www.ace-cafe-london.com
Brighton Food and Drink Festival
September
Various food events throughout the month.
Various venues.
Website: www.brightonfoodfestival.co.uk
Brighton Art Fair
September
The largest art exhibition on the South Coast.
Corn Exchange, Church Street
Website: www.brightonartfair.co.uk
Burning the Clocks
December
Brighton celebrates the winter solstice with a fabulous outdoor lantern parade and fire show.
Website: www.burningtheclocks.co.uk
