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Here is a list of books for Brighton that you may find useful.

If you plan to travel to Brighton you may be interested in some guide books and travel books that will help you plan your stay in Brighton and to find your way around. Click on any book for more information or to buy.



Brighton books: Maps

AA Street by Street Pocket Map Brighton (AA Street by Street)
AA Street by Street Pocket Map Brighton (AA Street by Street)

This is a new edition pocket sheet map in the AA's ground breaking series of "Street-by-Street" atlases. Britain's clearest mapping comes in a handy, pocket-sized format. Conveniently sized to carry with you on your journey, the map includes NCP car parks and one-way streets, public toilets, pubs, hotels, petrol stations and public buildings. Fully revised and updated for 2007, this map is all you need to keep you on the move in Brighton.

Price: £1.50

Publication: 1 May 2007

AA Street by Street Pocket Map Brighton (AA Street by Street)   AA Street by Street Pocket Map Brighton (AA Street by Street)


Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map Active)
Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map Active)

OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB coverage and can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer Map - Active, a tough, versatile version of the OS Explorer Map.

Price: £9.79

Publication: 27 April 2009

Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map Active)   Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map Active)


Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map)
Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map)

OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map and is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities like walking, horse riding and off-road cycling. Providing complete GB coverage the series details essential information such as youth hostels, pubs and visitor information as well as rights of way, permissive paths and bridleways.

Price: £5.99

Publication: 27 April 2009

Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map)   Brighton and Hove (OS Explorer Map)


Brighton and Worthing Street Atlas
Brighton and Worthing Street Atlas

This atlas of Brighton, Worthing, Hove, Newhaven and Shoreham-by-Sea includes separate coverage of Lewes and Seaford. The 41 pages of coloured street mapping features coverage of:

Findon, Durrington, Goring-by-Sea, Lancing, Southwick, Patcham, Falmer, Woodingdean, Saltdean, Rottingdean and Peacehaven with separate coverage of Steyning, Bramber and Upper Beeding.
Also included is a large scale street map of Brighton city centre.
Postcode districts, one-way streets and safety camera locations with their maximum speed limit are featured on the mapping.

The index section lists streets and selected flats, walkways and places of interest, place, area and station names, hospitals and hospices covered by this atlas.

Price: £3.71

Publication: 13 April 2010

Brighton and Worthing Street Atlas   Brighton and Worthing Street Atlas


Brighton from the Air
Brighton from the Air

This is a stunning collection of full-colour aerial photographs of Brighton and its surrounds. It features Brighton Pier and Royal Pavilion, Foredown Tower and many hidden or forgotten sites around the city. This is the latest book in the highly successful 'From the Air' series. Aerial photographer David Goddard has spent 2 years filming the beaches, piers, festivals and the outstanding city that makes Brighton such a stunning area of Great Britain. 'Brighton from the Air' is the stunning result of David's time featuring over 150 images from the city. During his research for this title David contacted hundreds of people in Brighton for their suggestions for sites to be included in the book. The recommendations he received came from MPs, local historians, university lecturers and people in street. Highlights of this title include the Brighton Royal Pavilion, Brighton Pier, Foredown Tower, the clock tower and the Brighton Doughnut as well as the numerous private and public historical houses, festivals and events and many hidden or forgotten sites around the city.

Price: £7.59

Publication: 30 Jun 2010

Brighton from the Air   Brighton from the Air


Brighton books: History & Heritage

Brighton and Hove Cinemas (Archive Photographs: Images of England S.)
Brighton and Hove Cinemas (Archive Photographs: Images of England S.)

This fascinating collection of over 150 photographs provides a unique view of the cinemas of Brighton and Hove. In 1896 Brighton became the first town outside of London to show films and has had a remarkable range of picture houses over the years. These include the Duke of York, the Regent and the Astoria. Each picture is accompanied by detailed text providing the salient details of each cinemas history.

Price: £11.67

Publication: November 15, 2003

Brighton and Hove Cinemas (Archive Photographs: Images of England S.)   Brighton and Hove Cinemas (Archive Photographs: Images of England S.)


Brighton books: Walking and Tours

Cheeky Walks in Brighton & Sussex (Cheeky Guides)
Cheeky Walks in Brighton & Sussex (Cheeky Guides)

Twenty one unique themed journeys through town and country, with sights to see, canny commentary and a soupçon of silliness. If you've ever thought there must be more to this walking lark than wandering through fields, pointing and saying ''look, a tree!''; this book provides affirmation. Yes, it's good to get out in the fresh(ish) air but have you retraced the final steps of Lord Lucan or Virginia Woolf, been on a moonlit nightwalk or visited a lost village accompanied by a musical soundtrack? As well as these you can select from themes of death, sex, or art, take a labyrinthine tour of alleyways, play spot the ball at Brighton & Hove Albion's former grounds, or spend a mischievous afternoon messing about on our activity trail.
Along with some gorgeous scenery, you'll encounter such eccentric delights as:
A six foot prawn
A boat constructed from a Reliant Robin and a fire engine
Exploding graves
Rule breaking bungalows
Leo Sayer's autograph
There's even a website dedicated to keeping this book up to date, so when someone steals a stile at dead of night, you'll be the first to know.

Price: £6.71

Publication: 30 April 2012

Cheeky Walks in Brighton & Sussex (Cheeky Guides)   Cheeky Walks in Brighton & Sussex (Cheeky Guides)


Brighton books: Entertainment & Leisure

Time Out Shortlist Brighton 1st edition
Time Out Shortlist Brighton 1st edition

The Shortlist Brighton selects the very best of Brighton's sightseeing, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and entertainment, with Time Out's trademark expertise. It also takes you straight to the latest venues, tips you off to the news and fashions and gives the dates that matter.

It's the best reference for anyone visiting Brighton in a handy size and easy to use format.

Price: £5.99

Publication: 3 Mar 2011

Time Out Shortlist Brighton 1st edition   Time Out Shortlist Brighton 1st edition


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