Enjoy London 2012 with a sea view
With tickets allocated and just twelve months to go before the start of the London 2012 Games, nowhere beats Brighton as an affordable and accessible alternative for visitors to the Olympics.
The city-by-the-sea is less than an hour away from London, with over 100 direct trains running daily. Family or group day return tickets for up to 4 people are currently available for less than £30*. From London Bridge it’s just a quick hop, skip and a jump along the Jubilee line to the Olympic Park in Stratford.
Visitors can avoid the sprint for somewhere to stay and head to Brighton for hotels, self catering apartments and bed and breakfasts full of character and charm at great value prices and, unlike London, many come with a sea view.
With such a short distance between the coast and the capital, it’s easy to combine a few days beside the sea with this once-in-a-lifetime sporting event.
Earmarked to be the training base for some of the world’s top beach volleyball teams before and during the Games, Brighton’s Yellowave Beach Sports Centre is the perfect place to get into the Olympic spirit without leaving the coast.
The city-by-the-sea also welcomes the Olympic Torch Relay on Monday 16 July next year, offering another great way to enjoy a Games-related long weekend by the coast. Visitors can also try their hand at a whole host of Olympic sports on both land and water, including windsurfing, sailing and kayaking.
“For those Brits who have secured tickets now is the time to get into action and sort out their short breaks. We want to make sure people don’t assume they have to stay in London during the Olympics, where hotel rates will be at a premium. Choosing Brighton as a ‘Games base’ is the perfect solution as we have fantastic travel options to the capital, good value accommodation and the added bonus of being able to combine a city and beach break.” says John Carmichael, Marketing Manager, VisitBrighton.
For more information on Brighton 2012, go to: visitbrighton.com
Accommodation Deals for an affordable Olympics in Brighton:
The Market Inn
This lively Victorian pub is situated in the heart of Brighton's historic Lanes area, just two minutes from the Royal Pavilion, the seafront and famous pier.
From £65.00 per room per night B&B based on 2 people sharing
Hotel Pelirocco
With bedrooms themed around pop subculture or provoked by visionary artists, maverick musicians and inspired individuals, Hotel Pelirocco is bound to tickle the taste buds of pleasure seekers on the hunt for something new.
From £99.00 per room per night B&B based on 2 people sharing
Hotel NINETEEN
A cool, chic retreat which boasts top quality service and great attention to detail, designer beds, local artwork, white everywhere and a great location handy for all Brighton's attractions.
From £97.00 per room per night B&B based on 2 people sharing
These deals and more are available to book on: visitbrighon.com
*Correct as of 18 July 2011
** Based on a rates snapshot of up to 10 randomly selected accommodation providers in London / Brighton over three separate, (two weekends and one midweek) two night breaks during the London 2012 Games period as available on TravelSupermarket.com on 20 July 2011.