Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Brighton

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £38 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Brighton, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:

• The Nightingale Room at The Grand Central Brighton in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Perfect size venue. Cosy but spacious feel. Didn't really need to decorate much as the decor is lovely.’

• The Snug at Brighton Harbour Hotel in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The service staff were amazing and had a great time!’

• Basement Bar at The Park View in Brighton - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Love the venue, the Huw and the staff leading up to the event were really helpful and informative.’

You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Brighton, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Brighton, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Grain & Grill Restaurant at Maldron Hotel Brighton on 31 Cannon Place Brighton and Hove - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: What sets it apart: Integrated semi-private dining bays and raised seating areas allow the space to be divided into separate zones for partial privacy.
• The Regent at The Grand on 97-99 Kings Road Kings Road - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Venue highlights: Grand public rooms and a formal restaurant provide a traditional setting for daytime and evening private functions. An in-house catering team supplies British menus with extensive vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free...
• Full Venue Hire at Pizza Pilgrims Brighton on 35 Ship Street The Lanes - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Abundant hand-painted signage gives the space an informal, busy character, while a glazed roof brings in natural light.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Brighton, based on Tagvenue data as of November 2026:

• Private Dining Room at Sushi. Garden. - dining room for 20 guests
  Venue said: The restaurant supplies dedicated staff for table service and a drinks list is available from the main bar. Ideal for: The Private Dining Room is ideal for intimate, relaxed seated dinners and small social gatherings that...

• Semi-Private Area at The Gothic Crab - dining room for 15 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The space is characterful and benefits from warm, attentive service and a friendly, helpful team.

• The Upper Floor at Bardsley’s - dining room for 25 guests
  Venue said: The Upper Floor is a Dining Room in Bardsley’s: a compact, naturally lit private dining space defined by simple, neutral finishes and a flexible small-room layout.

Cheap afternoon tea venues in Brighton start from £50 hire fee per hour or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

• Whole Cafe at Puzzle Bored, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: Within the cafe, you'll have access to four rooms, including the spaces listed here and a counter area that can accommodate 5 people on bar stools. Teas, coffees, cakes, and other refreshments are available at an additional...

• Venue Hire at Trading Post Western Road, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
  Venue said: Private hire available for birthdays, corporate events, or wedding receptions. It includes catering and other types of special-request services. The space features a fully-stocked bar, entertainment options, and a capacity...

• Conference Hall at Preston Park Hotel, from £180 hire fee per event (up to 80 guests seated)
  Venue said: Preston Park Hotel’s Conference & Events Suite is an ideal venue for meetings, conferences, training sessions, seminars, networking events, private functions and celebrations.