Where is hove uk

The quaint English seaside town of Hove has long been overshadowed by its bigger, brasher neighbour Brighton. The two towns joined forces to become a city in but Hove remains the quieter, more refined sibling. You won't find a pier, a fun fair or a mess of beachside bars; its charms are subtler, more genteel and best appreciated on foot.

Start on the seafront by Hove Lagoon, a popular watersports centre for sailing, windsurfing and wakeboarding. The unassuming cafe overlooking the lagoon has a similarly star-studded past. It now has a more casual vibe and offers an inexpensive if rather underwhelming assortment of burgers, rolls and toasted sandwiches. From here, head east and join the throng of walkers, joggers and cyclists on the seafront esplanade, a delightful promenade lined by a kaleidoscope of brightly painted beach huts.

Why would people spend that much on a hut when they could just sit on the beach? Because the beach is like lying on a cobbled street. And, as for taking a dip in the English Channel, I lived nearby for 19 years and swam precisely four times. By submitting your email you are agreeing to Fairfax Media's terms and conditions and privacy policy. Soon you'll hit another uniquely Hove-ian feature: Hove Lawns. Running alongside the esplanade for a kilometre, these large expanses of greenery are particularly popular in summer when they're strewn with canoodling couples, picnicking families and spirited games of soccer and Frisbee.

You won't find an official sign but this is the boundary between Hove and Brighton. While numerous roads will usher you away from the coast, I'd suggest backtracking to Brunswick Square, a stunning horseshoe of four-storey regency homes that sweeps around a manicured central garden. Built in the s, it was Hove's first housing estate, a model that was repeated a few streets down in the equally grand Palmeira Square.

Brunswick Square spills into Western Road, a busy thoroughfare with the usual assortment of supermarkets and chain stories. It's not all bad, though. There are unexpected treats such as i gigi, a stylish homewares store with a delightful cafe upstairs and Le Cave a Fromage, a fragrant palace of cheese and charcuterie that stocks more than English and French cheeses.

Surprisingly, this main drag is also home to arguably Hove's finest restaurant, Graze, a gorgeous little venue whose tour de force is a seven-course seasonal tasting menu. You won't be disappointed. Head west on Western Road, past the elegant floral clock above Palmeira Square and you'll find yourself in another bustling commercial artery, Church Road.

Don't be put off by the proliferation of solicitors and real estate agents, there are gems here, too. The Book Nook is a fantastic independent children's bookshop that holds readings and events and nearby Australian-owned cafe Small Batch Coffee serves a fine flat white.

Cricket fans will want to head north to the home of Sussex County Cricket Club, Britain's oldest cricket club, which this year celebrates its th anniversary. Others may prefer to seek refuge in nearby St Ann's Well Gardens, a tranquil haven of lawns and formal gardens. While not exactly within walking distance, there is one more establishment you should try to visit. The George Payne is a delightfully quirky pub with a communal knitting basket, chandeliers made from tea cups and a garden full of summer playhouses.

In addition to the camera obscura, there are also interpretive exhibits telling the tale of local geography, wildlife, and flora. Most photos are available for licensing, please contact Britain Express image library. We've 'tagged' this attraction information to help you find related historic attractions and learn more about major time periods mentioned.

Prehistoric Victorian. Heritage Rated from 1- 5 low-exceptional on historic interest. The Regency Town House - 1. Hove, St Andrew's Church - 1. Preston Manor - 1. Brighton, St Peter's Church - 1. Brighton Fishing Museum - 2 miles Museum. Royal Pavilion - 2. Seaford Museum of Local History - 3. Saddlescombe Farm - 3. Brunswick Square Hotel. Brunswick Square Hotel offers quality accommodation located in a beautiful seafront square between Brighton and Hove seconds from the beach and a short walk from town and conference venues.

Toggle navigation. Best of Britain. The seaside resort town of Hove is somewhat overwhelmed by its neighbour, Brighton, but Hove has a character and a history all its own. Hove is known for its wide, tree-lined avenues and Regency architecture, much of which is arranged around sedate squares. The Granary, Fulking - 4. Brunswick Square Hotel - 1. The Queensbury Hotel - 1.