The 30 Best Children's space in Brighton

“My children had SUCH a good time at hove lagoon doing the kids activity week and introduction to sailing courses. For the younger ones the intro to sailing is a great way to get them on the water, and my older child has done that for the last 2 years before moving on to the full activity week this year. It’s such a fun and action packed week giving them a chance to try out a whole range of activities including SUP, windsurfing, wakeboarding, sailing and kayaking as well as fun games and activities like raft building, donut rides on the zip line and treasure hunts. The team are amazing at keeping the children engaged and happy, even when the weather is less than ideal! I’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for something fun for the kids in the summer holidays.”

“We had the most amazing time at The Hope Hive for my daughter’s 3rd birthday party. Rebecca, Sheryl and the team were absolutely fantastic in ensuring my daughter and her 25 friends and their parents had a fabulous time! Everything was taken care of and it couldn’t have gone any better - role play, soft play, outdoor toys, water and sand play. Lovely lunchboxes and the perfect space for a party.”

“Such a good venue, very Intimate and you great a great atmosphere. Staff are friendly, also a little place outside to get some food before the gig (within the grounds of The Factory). Been here multiple times now and it's just a little hidden gem. Always great artists, local bands too and they keep brining top artists along. 100% recommend.”

“Each Peach is such a wonderful nursery. Great facilities and amazing staff! My daughter has been attending since we moved into the area 2 months ago and absolutely loves it there, not a single tear at any drop offs, she is eager to get in every morning and start her day! Every member of staff is enthusiastic, kind and caring! I would highly recommend to everyone!”

“This is the best nursery in Tunbridge wells!! The kids just love it. All the staff go above and beyond to make sure the children go home every night with a smile on their faces. The outside space is perfect and the rooms are a perfect mix of being big enough to keep the children entertained and small enough to not be absolute mayhem! x”

“It’s honestly one of the best festival to go. The lineup is awesome. There’s something for any age and his reminiscence of good time and celebration. Bring it on.”

“This was booked as a Christmas present for me, my husband and my elderly parents. We had a great time and at 84 years old, my dad discovered he’s good at shooting zombies - who knew?!! The puzzles were challenging and we did run out of time, but we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We were monitored closely and given help along the way when we just couldn’t quite get there (bit too often for my ego!!). They really helped to accommodate my dad managing the stairs (on second floor) and were really friendly. We’d love to go back and do it again now! Thoroughly recommended.”

“Lovely community centre with brilliant facilities. Communal areas and toilets are always clean.My child attends a regular dance class at the centre, no problems with parking”

“Excellent venue. Light and airy. A pleasant experience.”

“We’ve been renting the small meeting room for a few months and it’s so easy, the trust has been truly given. Great space and nice staff.”

“We had a all day rider from a virgin experience and it was a brilliant day out. Just sit back and imagine yourself in the days gone by when steam locomotives were everywhere. The amount of work that has gone into the restoration of the trains and stations is unbelievable. Everything has been built, designed and styled perfectly. Even the staff were dressed in immaculate period clothing. The trains looked great and sounded great. We went from Sheffield park to east Grinstead and went to town for lunch. On the way back you can get off at all the stations and explore the stations, picnic areas, museums and buildings. Sheffield park seems to be the main one and had a lovely museum. The day is what you make it. If you just want the ride the fine but if you explore a bit further then you will discover so much history. The pulling coaches looked so stylish. Halloween and Xmas events are in the diary.”

“Great place for watching a bit of theatre or a decent tribute band. Good choice of drinks and a few snacks. Intimate setting but great fun.”

“Well worth the short walk up from Lewes centre (about 30 mins) for the golden hour sunset views of the North and South Downs. Easy for kids too if they're moaners like mine.”

“It was the most amazing experience I’ve had in ages. The hall, equipment, members of staff, convenience was all superbly designed.”

“Extremely welcoming and friendly place. They have an extensive range of queer-focused literature for all ages (including children's books!) and the pay-it-forwars initiative is wonderful as well. Such a lovely space to work in and to meet with people :))”

“Stunning gothic revival church entirely made with beautifully carved local sandstone. Magnificent stained glass windows, a great ancient organ installed in 1894 and oak choir stalls and canopies designed and chiselled to the highest standards by highly skilled craftsmen. Worth visiting.”

“Love place with a great vibe and the staff are fabulous. Enjoyed my time here. Noticed lots of cool activities being undertaken elsewhere and the coffee is very very good! Spent two days on a course and everything went smoothly.”

“An absolutely beautiful, iconic treasure of Brighton- a must visit for all ages. Walking through the Dyke itself isn't too strenuous and is a really peaceful, grounding experience. I love walking through with my son or on my own- it's great for kids who enjoy nature as insects, wildflowers and birds are abundant. If you aren't able or in the mood to traverse the steep hill, there are large flat walking areas as well which are just as much of a treasure to experience with stunning views. People often fly kites, walk their dogs and just enjoy the space no matter the weather. It's really a special part of Brighton and so easy to get to by hopping on a 77 bus. There is also a pub/hotel which has AMAZING chips which are a must, as well as toilets when needed.”

“Hove Village looked after our Son for 2 years, during this time he received outstanding care, we always said it like leaving him with family and friends. The food there is amazing, the standard of chilcare is brilliant and even during times when our boy was not behaving as we'd liked they coached him through it and helped us to understand why he was acting out. By the end of his time there he was raring to go to school with an interest in sport, the world around him and a healthy respect for teachers and good behaviour. Thank you to everyone at Hove Village!”

“I would like to express my deepest gratitude to Ms. Winnie and her incredible team at Treetops Nursery for the wonderful care and support they provided to my daughter during her year there. From the very beginning, they created a warm and nurturing environment where she felt safe, loved, and eager to learn. Ms. Winnie’s dedication and genuine passion for the development of each child are truly remarkable, and I’ve seen firsthand how this has helped my daughter grow in confidence and thrive both socially and academically. The activities at Treetops are always well thought out, offering a perfect balance of play and learning, and it’s clear that the staff are deeply invested in every child’s progress. My daughter would come home excited to share all the new things she had learned, and her happiness and growth during her time there have been wonderful to witness. Thank you, Ms. Winnie, for the tremendous work you do—you’ve made such a positive impact on our family, and we are forever grateful.”

“This nursery has fantastic facilities for babies through to preschool aged children. The baby room is such a lovely and peaceful environment and the outside space is astounding. I love the focus on healthy eating, the fact there is a proper chef In the kitchen is so convenient and reassures me that my little ones are eating well. I have also had great experiences using the holiday clubs for my older 2. The ‘Famly’ app used by the nursery makes communication really easy. This nursery is a hidden gem and I would urge anyone considering it to check it out and see for yourself!”

“Mamas & Papas Crawley has been an absolute joy to visit throughout my pregnancy. Kylie is always so lovely, welcoming, and incredibly helpful—she truly goes above and beyond. We always looked forward to popping into the store, not just for the lovely products but also for the friendly chats with Kylie and the rest of the amazing team. The staff are approachable and genuinely care about helping you find what’s right for you and your baby. Thank you all for making our experience so positive, we absolutely love the products we brought from Mamas and Papas.”

“The home installation team are true experts in every sense of the word. On time, professional, friendly and respectful of my home, and they know much more about systems connectivity than all previous EE and Sky “experts” combined. All the technical problems were resolved so effectively with no fuss or delay. An exceptionnal Customer Experience!”

“Great value for money, staff in shop and entrance booth very friendly and helpful. Lots to do rain or shine. Brilliant place.”

“I find the Hillcrest centre a treasure. I come to monthly meetings from the centre of Brighton. It's a joy to be able to park easily, the rooms are large and airy, and quiet, never any problem about booking, and the lunches are inexpensive and superb and the staff are very helpful. The dining room It seems to be a hub for retired people like me. The main hall is a great venue - I went to a book launch attended by hundreds of people, and there is a vibrant market there whenever I go, which is a Thursday once a month - may be more frequent. I guess it's an important resource heavily used by the townspeople of Newhaven. I love it, the atmosphere, the people - and the lunches.”

“Perfect to visit with Charleston farmhouse for greater understanding and appreciation. Easy to do a fascinating 5k walking circuit to river along to Southease, follow South downs way up to ridge of downs to West and back down through Rodmell”

“Beautiful community space with so much going on throughout the year. The cafe is fab with a sun-trap garden. Beautiful yoga studio with so many classes and workshops on offer , many other independent businesses such as tattoo artists, tarot , astrogeology and beauty, energy healing, podiatrist, hypnotherapy, hypnobirthing , many types of massage, reflexology, acupuncture, reiki, breath work etc.”

“Love the art deco design of this building. So glad it's open again. Moonlight swimming was lovely although a bit windy, the pool was 24 degrees. went up to the bar for a lovely hot chocolate, which was reasonably priced. Will go back, staff kind and helpful. Don't for a £1 for the lockers.”

“We had our son's second birthday here in the private room, clean, decorated and lots of toys. Staff were amazing, soft play was a hit. Thanks!”

“We took our grandchildren to the Christmas afternoon tea experience today & it was fabulous. It was so well organised. Tables were prepared for each booking with name badges & food already in place. Father Christmas & Mrs Christmas visited each child & they were given an age appropriate gift that our grandchildren loved. The food was pitched just right for both children & adults & we all had a great time. There was also a later photo opportunity with Father Christmas by the Christmas tree. We'll done to everyone involved in making this such a great event.”