The viaduct was opened in July 1841. The 11 million bricks needed for its construction travelled up the Ouse River (via Newhaven and Lewes) from the Netherlands. It cost £38,500 to build[4] (equivalent to about £2½ million in 2000[5]).

The structure is a Grade II listed building and was restored in 1996 with grants from the Railway Heritage Trust and English Heritage. Matching stone was imported from France, to ensure a close match with the existing balustrades and pavilions.[6]

The viaduct is still used, with around 110 trains per day passing over it on the Brighton Main Line.

Hostels in Mid Sussex District

Compare and save

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend

In two weeks

In one month

In two months

Featured Hostels in Mid Sussex District

a&o Brighton Beach

Brighton City Centre

Andrew

1.339.407 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

YHA South Downs - Hostel

Lewes

Ella

1.054.098 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

YHA Truleigh Hill - Hostel

Shoreham-by-Sea

Jean

View all properties

Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top Mid Sussex District Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely big room with a big comfy bed & a balcony overlooking the seafront, West Pier & i360 The reception team were efficient & helpful & the staff in the bar & restaurant were great - especially those handling the busy breakfast session with cheer & speed! "