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Brighton Kemptown Beach is situated on the Sussex coast of the English Channel, east of Brighton Pier. The beach slopes steeply at first, composed of a mixture of shingle and sand, but levels off with more sand towards low water. Behind the beach, there is a bustling promenade with many resort facilities.
The beach serves one of the UK's most popular seaside resorts, offering plenty of traditional attractions, including a refurbished pier, arcades, fun fairs, and a vibrant café culture. Visitors can also explore local boutique shopping in The Lanes and enjoy the annual Summer Pride Week festival. The beach is used by swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers.
Black Rock Beach, also known as Cliff Bathing Beach, is located just east of Brighton Palace Pier towards the marina. This pebble beach is a popular spot for locals and naturists, with designated areas clearly signposted. It was the first designated 'clothes optional' beach in the UK. The nearby area offers plenty of restaurants and bars to enjoy.
For those who don't fancy taking a 15-minute walk from the pier, the Volk electric railway operates a regular service. The area of beach closer to the marina has been designated a naturist beach, with signs indicating where naturist bathing and sunbathing are permitted. For more information on disabled access and facilities, visitors can visit the Brighton and Hove City Council's website.
Sand Shingle
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| Chance of rain | 100% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 26mph |  |
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| Chance of rain | % |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 12°C |
| Wind 13mph |  |
The tide at Brighton Kemptown Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 11:22 AM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 5:45 PM.
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Food available
Toilets
Shops
There is lots of nearby parking - charges generally apply.
Dogs welcome between 1st October - 30th April. Please check signs for restrictions during the season.
Beaches cleaned daily.
Daily - May to September contact Seafront office for details
Water quality not measured here
less than a mile east-southeast as the seagull flies, less than a mile by road.
less than a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road or just over a mile on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 3 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road or 6 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 8 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 9 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road.
around 11 miles west as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles west as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 15 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 18 miles west as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 18 miles west as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 18 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
Location: Kemp Town, Brighton and Hove
Location type: Urban
OS Grid: TQ322035
Coordinates: 50°48'59"N 0°7'24"W
Mapcode: GBR JP4.RMH
What 3 Words: learn.afford.scared
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: England
Local Authority: Brighton and Hove
Nearest postcode: BN2 1EN
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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