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Beaches, paddling pools, swimming pools

Beach – Brighton Seafront

There are plenty of things to do and see along Brighton Beach which would be of interest for babies, toddlers and kids of all ages. For example, the Peter Pan Playground is situated half-way between the Marina and the Palace Pier. The Palace… Read the rest

Beach – Hove Seafront

Hove Beach (west of Brighton Beach) is a much quieter, calmer seafront to explore. More frequented by locals than tourists, you are more likely to walk past the famous beach huts than any clubs or bars. Get an ice-cream at Marroco’s… Read the rest

Paddling Pool – Hove Lagoon

Hove Lagoon, Kingsway, Hove BN3 4LX
This paddling pool gets busy in the holidays although not quite as crowded as the West Pier paddling pool. Public toilets with baby changing facilities close by, and of course the playground and… Read the rest

Paddling Pool – The Level

The Level, Park Crescent, Brighton BN1 4SD
Small paddling pool in a large park with a playground and cafe.

Paddling Pool – West Pier playground

King’s Road, Brighton BN1 (by the Old West Pier)
Large paddling pool by Brighton beach, with a play area and sand pit. There are good public toilet facilities and baby change facilities. Some good, child friendly cafes very close… Read the rest

Rock Pooling at Rottingdean Beach

Venue address: Rottingdean Beach – East of Brighton Marina

Rockpooling at Rottingdean beach, East SussexA little east of Brighton Marina, there are beautiful white chalk cliffs and rocky beach of Rottingdean. You may be lucky enough to catch some crabs, sea anemone and other shore… Read the rest