The Level is one of the largest public open spaces in central Brighton.
This popular community park was completely restored in 2013, following a successful bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund and Big Lottery Fund.
The Level now offers a range of attractions, facilities and activities for all to enjoy.
Find out about The Level's history.
We’ve installed new CCTV cameras and additional lighting at The Level. Find out more, and watch our video about the new CCTV cameras.
Schools and registered educational groups can book our curriculum-linked school resource box free for onsite use. Send an email to cityparks@brighton-hove.gov.uk for more information.
There is community-inspired artwork in the central part of the north lawns and on the chessboard tabletops of the picnic tables around the pétanque area.
The artwork is textured so it can be appreciated by those with visual impairment.
The park observes the highest sustainability and environmental standards, with a particular focus on encouraging pollinators.
There is a bee bed and a butterfly garden, and many other plants are specially selected for their attractiveness to these insects.
Information about the park's environmental activities is on noticeboards.
Read more about the park's conservation, wildlife and sustainability.
Read The Level's Conservation Report (PDF 4MB).
The Level has a large and nationally important elm tree collection which supports a colony of White-letter Hairstreak butterflies. This endangered species lives mainly in the treetops and the butterfly's lifecycle is entirely dependent on elms for food.
The butterfly was spotted at The Level during the park's restoration and has been seen on many occasions since. Read more about The National Elm Collection.
An eye-catching polished steel archway, installed in 2017 at the southern entrance, has images of the park's history and wildlife picked out through the innovative use of perforations. Watch a video about the steel arch sculptures on YouTube.
This water feature is open from the first day of the May Day bank holiday weekend until the Sunday closest to 15 September.
Operating hours:
For any questions, please phone 01273 685692.
There are drinking water fountains in the playground and another by the skatepark.
Find out more about The Level's accessibility features.
The park has a community volunteer-led Activity Plan, with many more opportunities for people to become actively involved through volunteering and in other ways.
To find out more you can:
You can also visit The Level Communities Forum (LCF) which is an active community group which works with the city council for the long-term benefit of the park. LCF is always pleased to welcome new members. To contact LCF send an email to thelevelcommunitiesforum@gmail.com.
The Level is one of the largest public open spaces in central Brighton.