Stag Weekend or Hen Weekend in Brighton

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Brighton is one of England's most famous holiday destinations. With miles of beautiful beaches, world-renown shopping districts, and year-round entertainment and cultural events, it's little wonder why Brighton is one of the top seaside resorts in the UK. Patients were sent to the then-fishing village of Brighton by prescription, starting in the 1700s.

Brighton began gaining popularity as a resort throughout the 1700s. From 1800 to 1900, Brighton saw an increase in over 110,000 full-time residents, and when the railway came to Brighton in the mid 1800s, Londoners began traveling south to Brighton for day trips and short breaks in increasing numbers.

Today, Brighton offers attractions to appeal to almost everyone, young and old. Sightseers can visit the Royal Pavilion, a palace built for the Prince Regent during the 1800s, and the oldest operating electric railroad: Volk's Electric Railway, running from Palace Pier (or, Brighton Pier) to Black Rock. Brighton Pier itself has enough activities to keep anyone busy for a day trip, with a funfair, arcade halls and numerous restaurants too. Brighton also boasts a great expanse of beachfront, with bars and other attractions along the inland side. There are even two official nudist beach areas on the Brighton-Hove beachfront.

Even if spending the day on the beach isn't your idea of a fantastic holiday, Brighton has plenty of inland activities and entertainment for almost anyone's tastes. The annual Brighton Festival in May brings a plethora of theatre, music and art shows to the city, along with spectacular pyrotechnic displays and parades.

The unique Open Houses event during the festival invites members of the public to tour the homes of local artists and craftspeople, to see their workshops, enjoy their artwork and crafts, and possibly buy pieces to enjoy in their own homes afterward. All year 'round, Brighton also boasts a lively nightclub scene, along with music venues and a wide variety of sport and leisure clubs.

If you're traveling to Brighton, it may be advisable to check the local schedule to see if there are any major events conflicting with your travel plans. In addition to the festivals and recreational events, Brighton is host to a large number of business and political conventions throughout the year. You may wish to visit Brighton during an event you're interested in, or try to book accommodations during a quiet week to enjoy the local attractions with minimal crowds.