Best of Brighton: A Brightonians Guide to The Must-Do's in The City

Updated for July 2023

Best of Brighton: A Brightonian’s Guide to The ‘Must-Do’s” when in The City 

Develop conference is always a team favourite at Skillsearch and largely the reason behind this is that it takes place in the city that we know and love. As our offices are based in the heart of Brighton, I thought it would be nice to pass on some of our local knowledge of some of the activities you can’t miss whilst in our seaside city.  

Don’t forget this year Play@Develop is back! Our beachside event in aid of SpecialEffect is once again taking place on the second day of Develop (Wednesday 12th July), down at Loading Bar! After a successful year last year, we are hoping that along with our new co-hosts Glowmade, this year will be bigger and better than ever! Expect drinks in the sun, raffles, competitions and more, with some of the best company the games industry has to offer. Click here to reserve your FREE ticket now!  

Without further ado, let’s get into my top activity recommendations!  

Psst... Keep an eye on our socials for our raffle prizes announcement as some of the below venues might just have some vouchers on offer... 

 

British Airways i360 

This is one you literally cannot miss. If you’re standing outside of the Develop venue, look just to your right and the giant pole sticking out of the beach? That’s the i360. It’s undeniable that it really does offer Brighton’s best view – a 360 panoramic experience with both the sea and the city sprawled out below you, it’s truly a unique experience! 

 

Image source: Visit Brighton

  

Brighton Pavilion 

The Royal Pavilion is also a must-see. The historic house and its beautiful gardens built for King George IV really does stand out among the hustle and bustle of the city centre. A stroll around the gardens and a peek inside at the stunning interior is well worth a visit! 

Image source: Britannica

  

Brighton Palace Pier 

The Palace Pier is another one you simply can't miss! With free admission where you can enjoy rides, bars, restaurants, a classic arcade and plenty more, this one must be on the bucket list for a sunny afternoon in Brighton! 

Image source: My Hotels

  

Komedia 

If you’re looking for some evening entertainment, Komedia is here for you as both the cultural and geographical heart of the city! With a diverse programme of arts and entertainment from comedy to cabaret and everything in between, you’re always in for a great night here! 

Image source: Sussex Visitor

  

Brighton Zip 

Fancy an adrenaline rush as a break from the conference? Take a stroll down to Brighton Zip – the longest and fastest zip wire along the south coast. Running along the beach and offering a stunning sea view, you can take a solo ride or race alongside a friend thanks to their dual lines! Perfect for a breath of fresh air after a day at Develop. 

 

Image source: Brighton Zip

  

Pier Pressure 

Another great opportunity to let your hair down after a busy conference day, Pier Pressure escape rooms offer fun and unique puzzles, racing against time to your goal: escaping the room! Based in the city centre, this one’s definitely worth some time out of your trip! 

Image source: The Logic Escapes Me

 Bewilder Box 

If you’re a fan of escape rooms, another great one to check out comes from Bewilder Box, these award-winning escape rooms give even the best escapers a challenge! Based on the Hove side of the city, this is definitely worth a try! 

Lucky Voice 

Our last recommendation is perfect for letting your hair down post-conference! The Lucky Voice karaoke bar gives you the chance to sing and dance the night away in your own private roomy, whilst enjoying cocktails and snacks, delivered to your booth! 

 

Image source: Lucky Voice

Play@Develop 

Finally, we couldn’t get together a list of must-dos without plugging our charity event for SpecialEffect! Every year Skillsearch hosts a beachside event called Play@Develop on the second day of Develop Conference, this year co-hosting with our wonderful friends at Glowmade, where we try to raise as much money as possible for SpecialEffect! Get all the details including your FREE ticket here! And stay in the loop with updates and announcements by following us on Twitter @Play_At_Develop 

Tweet us with the hashtag #PlayAtDevelop to let us know you’re coming! 

We can’t wait to see you there... 

Quick Directory 

• Taxi number: 01273 20 20 20   
• Closest place to buy toothpaste, sun cream or anything you may have forgotten – Boots    

Hopefully those tips have given you some inspiration of where to head to take a break from the conference! If you are going to be at Develop this year and want any other local tips, feel free to contact me at gf@skillsearch.com  

Look out for the Skillsearch and Glowmade teams at the conference, wearing their branded t-shirts, and let us know on Twitter if you’re coming along to join us at Play@Develop this year!