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The Seven Dials district of Brighton packs everything that makes the city special into one neighbourhood. Here are three reasons to love the hilltop village:
Restaurants. An eclectic parade of restaurants offers Thai food, a charcuterie, and fine dining at Sam's of Sevendials. With its unique array of Japanese tapas, Murasaki is the city's coolest sushi bar. Best of all here though is Blenio, where dishes are prepared with zest, care and ingredients of remarkable quality; the pork belly is superb. Attentive service and a warm atmosphere elevate this bistro amongst Brighton's finest eateries.
St Ann's Well Gardens. Minutes from the city but a world away from the crowds is this leafy urban retreat, with a walking trail, cafe and immaculate bowling green. There are quality tennis courts and a scented garden for the blind. Picture boards around the gardens depict Victorian-era tea parties on lazy summer afternoons, and this community spirit remains - schoolchildren help maintain trees and wildlife, and locals unite for the park's spring festival.
Location. Perched on the border of Brighton and Hove, everything is accessible from The Dials: beaches, nightlife, The Lanes' alternative shopping chic. A little further off are the vibrant Hanover and Kemp Town communities; stately central Hove is just around the corner. Buckingham Place with its sweeping city views takes you two minutes downhill to Brighton station; Dyke Road's mansions lead you away from the city bustle, towards Devil's Dyke and the great outdoors.
