Jane Attenborough Studio, Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts
The iconic building designed by Sir Basil Spence closed in 2007, but in 2016 reopened as a modern interdisciplinary arts hub connecting University of Sussex with wider arts communities. They are guided by the values championed by Sir Richard Attenborough (former chancellor of University of Sussex) in his life and work.
By train
Nearest stations
Falmer (5 minute walk)
Moulsecoomb (2.1 miles)
London Road (3.3 miles)
Brighton (3.9 miles)
Preston Park (4.1 miles)
Hove (5.0 miles)
Brighton can be reached from London in just over an hour with train services run by Southern and Thameslink every 15 minutes. Regular rail connections also serve Gatwick, Heathrow and Hove.
By Coach
Approximate journey times
From Gatwick Airport - 1 hr
From London Victoria - 2 hrs 15 mins
From Heathrow Airport - 2 hrs 30 mins
From Standsted Airport - 4 hrs
Coaches arrive at Pool Valley Coach Station, 4.1 miles / 15 minute taxi ride
By car
Approximate journey times
London to Brighton via the A23/ M23 is approximately 50 miles, with a journey time of about 90 minutes depending on traffic.
Driving to Brighton from Kent and the South East, either from the East or West, use the A27.
Events at Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts
Mr Blackpool
Second Trimester
What We Talk About When We Talk About Magic
Design for Nature and Community: In Conversation with Will Nash
Brighton Festival General Access Information
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