The Old Ship Hotel, located on Brighton's seafront, has a rich history dating back to 1559 and features 154 bedrooms, including 49 with sea views, a bar and brasserie, and unique cellars for dining. Nearby attractions include the South Downs National Park, Arundel Castle, the Booth Museum of Natural History, and the Brighton Marina, offering diverse experiences from stunning natural landscapes to historical sites. The vibrant city of Brighton is known for its nightlife, shopping, and cultural attractions, ensuring visitors have plenty to explore.

1. having a superb position on brighton’s seafront, overlooking lovely beaches is the
old ship hotel. dating back in parts to 1559, this hotel is steeped in history. over the
years, it has welcomed an array of royalty, aristocracy, artists and musicians.
A stunning seafront location, looking
over the beach and out to sea
Contact Central Reservations on 0800 652 8413
or visit pumahotels.co.uk
how to find us
Kings Road, Brighton
East Sussex, BN1 1NR
Sat Nav Postcode: BN1 1NR
overview
• 154 bedrooms with 49 rooms
overlooking the sea
• Steak On Sea Bar and Brasserie
• Unique 400-year-old cellars for
private dining
• On-site parking for up to 50 cars
– charges apply
• 31 miles from London Gatwick
Airport
• Seafront location

2. local attractions
South Downs National Park
South Downs Joint Committee, Victorian Barn, Victorian Business Centre
Ford Lane, Ford, Nr Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0EF
Covering an area over 1600 square kilometres, the South Downs National
Park is the tenth National Park to be designated in England, offering an area
of protected countryside that everyone can visit and enjoy. The famous
South Downs Way, loved by walkers, cyclists and horse riders, stretches the
entire 160 km length of the Park from Winchester in Hampshire to the white
chalk cliffs of Beachy Head, near Eastbourne.
Tel: 01243 558700 I www.visitsouthdowns.com
Arundel Castle
Arundel Castle, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9AB
How far: 20.1 miles
The seat of The Dukes of Norfolk and set in 40 acres of sweeping grounds
and gardens, Arundel Castle has been open to visitors seasonally for nearly
200 years. It is one of the great treasure houses of England, each having its
own unique place in history and is home to priceless works of art. Come and
see paintings and furniture, tapestries and stained glass, china and clocks,
sculpture and carving, heraldry and armour in stunning room settings.
Tel: 01903 882173 I www.arundelcastle.org
Brighton
How far: Hotel has a central location
Brighton is one of the UK’s liveliest cities and is renowned for its exciting,
vibrant nightlife, quirky shops, cosmopolitan outlook and contemporary
architecture.There is rarely a dull moment in Brighton, from the excellent
shopping possibilities to the bustling café bars and restaurants or indulge in
seaside fun of Brighton Pier. The Lanes is a myriad of narrow streets directly
behind the hotel offering a wide range of specialist shops including jewellery,
designer clothes and crafts. The Brighton Marina is home to an outlet village,
entertainment centre and some of the UK’s finest yachts and boats.
www.visitbrighton.com
Booth Museum of Natural History
194 Dyke Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 5AA
How far: 1.5 miles
Over half a million specimens and natural history literature and data
extending back over three centuries are housed in this fascinating museum.
Exhibits include hundreds of British birds displayed in recreated natural
settings, insects from butterflies to beetles, a killer whale skeleton and
dinosaur bones. Plus special exhibitions, educational programme, children’s
activities, research facilities, loan service and museum shop.
Tel: 03000 290900 I www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk
Preston Manor
Preston Drove, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 6SD
How far: 2.1 miles
A delightful manor house which belonged to the Stanford family for over 200
years and which still has the atmosphere of an Edwardian country house.
Collections of their furniture are on show including ceramics, glass, silver and
clocks and also the Macquoid Bequest of fine English and continental
furniture and decorative art. The servants’ quarters and hall, butlers’ pantry,
boot hall, kitchen, head housemaids’ and personal maids’ rooms can all be
seen, together with a period walled garden and family pets’ graveyard.
Tel: 03000 290900 I www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Royal Pavillion Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1EE
How far: 0.7 miles
A £10 million redevelopment has transformed Brighton Museum into a
state-of-the-art visitor attraction. Dynamic and innovative galleries - including
fashion and style, 20th century art and design, and world art - feature
exciting interactive displays appealing to all ages. In addition to the
permanent galleries, there is a continuing programme of temporary
exhibitions.
The Museum also benefits from a spacious entrance located in the Royal
Pavilion gardens and full disabled access, including a passenger lift. Cafe,
museum shop, education facilities.
Tel: 03000 290900 I www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk
Royal Pavillion
4/5 Pavillion Buildings, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 1EE
How far: 0.7 miles
The spectacular seaside palace of the Prince Regent (George IV)
transformed by John Nash between 1815 and 1822 into one of the most
dazzling and exotic buildings in the British Isles. The Pavilion houses furniture
and works of art including original pieces lent by HM The Queen and a
magnificent display of Regency silver-gilt. The Royal Pavilion Tearoom, with
its fabulous balcony, overlooks the Pavilion gardens, which have also been
returned to their original Regency splendour. Pavilion Shop.
Tel: 03000 290900 I www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk