Brighton, sustainable Brighton: A green city by the sea

Brighton, the vibrant coastal gem on England’s south coast, leads the way in sustainable living. As the UK’s first Green MP constituency and the inaugural recipient of the Gold Sustainable Food Place Award, it’s a city committed to a greener future.

Sustainable dining experiences in Brighton

Brighton’s plant-based dining scene is both diverse and innovative. Here are some notable spots:

Bonsai Plant Kitchen

Bonsai Plant Kitchen is a 100% plant-based restaurant offering South East Asian-inspired dishes cooked over Japanese coals.

Location: 45 Baker Street, BN1 4JU

Roundhill

The Roundhill Pub is a sustainable pub serving BBQ classics and global dishes made with plant-based ingredients.

Location: 100 Ditchling Rd, BN1 4SG

Terre à Terre

Terre à Terre

An award-winning restaurant offering creative and delicious plant-led fine dining for over 30 years, Terre à Terre is a reference for plant-based food.

Location: 71 East St, BN1 1HQ

Purezza

Purezza is the UK’s first sustainable pizzeria, specialising in plant-based pizzas and pastas. Considered one of the best plant-based pizzerias in the UK by the public.

Location: 12 St James’s St, BN2 1RE

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Sustainable things to do in Brighton

Brighton offers eco-friendly activities like:

• Community orchards: Visitors can engage in fruit harvesting at orchards managed by the Brighton Permaculture Trust.

• Offshore wind farm cruise: Wind Farm Tours offers cruise views of the Rampion Offshore Wind Farm, supplying power to 350,000 homes.

• Beach clean-ups: Local groups organise beach clean-ups, promoting a cleaner, greener coastline.

Traveling from London to Brighton

Travelling from London to Brighton by train is convenient and sustainable. Regular services run from London Victoria and London Bridge, with journeys taking around 1 hour. Advance fares start from £5 one-way. Check National Rail for timetables and prices.

Brighton combines sustainability with cultural and culinary experiences, making it a must-visit destination for sustainable travellers.