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Active Sussex is based in the University of Brighton Sports Centre on its Falmer campus, approximately 7km from Brighton city centre. Cycle lanes run from Falmer to the city centre. Falmer railway station is a short walk away and there is a frequent bus service into central Brighton.

A free ‘park and ride’ shuttle bus operates from Varley Halls.

By bike

Cycle lanes run from the city centre along the A270 Lewes Road to Falmer. Sheffield stands monitored by CCTV are provided on site.

By bus

The 25, 25A and 25C connect the Falmer campus with the centre of Brighton. The 25A then goes on to Hove and Portslade. The 25C links Falmer with East Brighton including Kemp Town, the Royal Sussex Hospital and the Marina. Visit the Brighton & Hove Company website for timetables and more on special ticket deals for students.

By rail

There are regular train services from Brighton, Eastbourne (35 minutes journey time) and regular direct and connecting services to Hastings (70 minutes average journey time). Visit the National Rail Enquiries website for timetables and passenger information.

By car

Car parking on campus is very limited and a parking permit is required to park on the site during term time. Visitor’s parking is limited to 36 spaces and these must be booked in advance. For more details contact Michelle Collier

From the A23

As you approach Brighton take the left-hand lane signposted Newhaven, Lewes (A27). At the mini roundabout take the 2nd exit (straight over). At the next mini roundabout take the 2nd exit (right) onto the A27 eastbound. Take the first exit signposted universities, Falmer and Stadium and turn right at the roundabout. Go over the bridge, straight on at the next roundabout and then turn first right into Village Way.

From the A27 eastbound

Follow the directions above from point 2, bearing mind you are already on the A27 heading towards Lewes.

From the A27 westbound

Take the slip road signposted Falmer Rottingdean and Universities (B2124) and at the roundabout, turn left. Turn first right down Village Way.

Campus postcode for satellite navigation systems: BN1 9SF - Paddock Fields residences