The curving white terraces of Adelaide Crescent, Hove, around its garden

5 of the best · Brighton & Hove, United Kingdom

New Developments and Landmark Projects in Brighton & Hove

The restoration of Madeira Terrace, Hove Beach Park, Valley Gardens, Preston Manor and the new visitor centre at Beachy Head. We give status, not prices.

Our 5 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026

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  1. Phase One under way

    Madeira Terrace restoration

    Madeira Drive·Restoration

    The restoration of the Victorian seafront arches of Madeira Terrace, Grade II* listed, in phases.

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  2. Open

    Hove Beach Park

    West Hove seafront·New seafront park

    A new park along West Hove seafront, from Hove Lagoon to the King Alfred Leisure Centre.

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  1. Open

    Hove Beach Park

    West Hove seafront·New seafront park

    A new park along West Hove seafront, from Hove Lagoon to the King Alfred Leisure Centre.

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  2. Phase One under way

    Madeira Terrace restoration

    Madeira Drive·Restoration

    The restoration of the Victorian seafront arches of Madeira Terrace, Grade II* listed, in phases.

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  3. Fundraising

    Preston Manor: To the Manor Reborn

    Preston Drove·Restoration appeal

    Brighton & Hove Museums’ appeal to restore the historic house of Preston Manor.

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  4. Opened 24 Oct 2026

    The Beachy Head Experience

    Beachy Head·New visitor centre

    A new visitor centre at Beachy Head, opened on 24 October 2026, with trails and displays.

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  5. Nearing completion

    Valley Gardens, Phase 3

    Old Steine·Public realm

    The final phase of the Valley Gardens scheme, re-landscaping the gardens and streets around the Old Steine.

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