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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Brighton
Brighton is where your cocktail party is done right. The city offers cocktail party venues that offer craft drinks, the best appetisers, and views to die for or drink to. Sea views? Yes. The best service ever? Totally! Great food to pair with your drinks? Yes, yes! Small or large group events? Brighton has your perfect pour waiting. Get ready to pick the best locations for drinks on Tagvenue.
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![Basement Bar at The Park View in Brighton]()
from £3250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
80 guestsThe Park ViewBrighton
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SShakthi S.
“Hired the space for my birthday party and had a great time at the venue.” -
![Function Room at Mash Tun in North Laine, Brighton]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFunction Room
40 guestsMash TunNorth Laine, BrightonMMatt J.
“Extremely friendly staff. Affordable prices. Lovely venue. Air conditioning downstairs” -
![Restaurant at Apiary in Brighton City Centre]()
from £1688
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant
30 guestsApiaryBrighton City CentreOur restaurant is a small, intimate space suited to family gatherings, office parties, pop-up kitchens, and guided tastings. An extensive cocktail bar makes it perfect for lively evenings and functions. -
![The Lodge at Freemasons in Hove, Brighton]()
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lodge
75 guestsFreemasonsHove, BrightonSpace for up to 60 guests Menus from our renowned kitchen Private Bar with wines, local ales & cocktails Flexible Layouts – intimate or lively, your call -
![Drawing Room at No.124, Brighton by GuestHouse in Brighton City Centre]()
from £95
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityDrawing Room
19 guestsNo.124, Brighton by GuestHouseBrighton City CentreLLeisa J.
“We loved the private room with an intimate pre drinks bar area for greeting our guests.” -
![Whole Venue at Côte Brasserie Brighton in North Laine, Brighton]()
from £40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
200 guestsCôte Brasserie BrightonNorth Laine, BrightonFrom intimate dinners to lively cocktail parties, the Whole Venue at Côte Brasserie Brighton provides the ideal setting for any occasion. With attentive service and delectable French cuisine, your guests are sure to be impressed -
![The Nightingale Room at The Grand Central Brighton in Brighton City Centre]()
from £200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Nightingale Room
80 guestsThe Grand Central BrightonBrighton City CentreJJune M.
“Beautiful room, great vibe, everything set out as requested, staff were so relaxed and very helpful.” -
![Rum Attic at Revolution Brighton in Brighton City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRum Attic
80 guestsRevolution BrightonBrighton City Centre
#Supervenue
LLesley M.
“The Rum Attic was the perfect place for my daughter’s 21st party!” -
![Main Bar at Mesmerist in Brighton City Centre]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
540 guestsMesmeristBrighton City Centre
#Supervenue
A lively, late night pub with four bars in the heart of Brighton Lanes. Offering the best in Brighton live music, DJs, cocktails and delicious BBQ food from Red Dog Saloon. -
![Private Function Room at The Gothic Crab in Kemptown, Brighton]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
50 guestsThe Gothic CrabKemptown, BrightonOur downstairs function room offers full privacy, a private bar, and a cozy velvet lounge. Its dim setting is ideal for cocktail parties, milestone celebrations, and work outings for up to 50 guests. -
![Private Garden at Sidewinder in Kemptown, Brighton]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Garden
100 guestsSidewinderKemptown, BrightonThe beer garden has a maximum capacity of up to 100 people. This outdoor space is perfect for summer parties, cocktail receptions, family celebrations and other group outings. -
![Bay Windows at The Park View in Brighton]()
from £5
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBay Windows
25 guestsThe Park ViewBrighton
#Supervenue
NNicolas P.
“Really flexible and nice staff, Huw the manager kept in contact throughout until the event.”
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Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £1000 minimum spend per event. 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 from August 2026:
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £15 | to £45 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
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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.’ -
Rum Attic at Revolution Brighton in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Would highly recommend this venue for a private event.’ -
Basement Bar at The Park View in Brighton - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘What an amazing venue to celebrate out engagement party at!’
You'll find cocktail party 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £350 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Brighton, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Function Room at Inn on the Square
on 11 Cranbourne Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Staff were very accommodating and helpful...’ -
The Gallery at No 32
on 32 Duke Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The Gallery is an upstairs area with a capacity of up to 70 people standing. It features large red leather booths and portraits on the walls. -
Entire Venue at Oculist
on 2 Boyce's Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: It is a great choice for larger celebrations, corporate receptions, unusual weddings and more! The booking includes access to all spaces in the venue.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Pub | prices average £650 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £650 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 10 and 50 guests |
| Bar | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Brighton, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:
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Top Garden Terrace at The Park View, rated 4.8/5 - terrace for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘They let me have the freedom to decorate the venue myself which was definitely a bonus!’ -
Pub Area at White Rabbit - bar for 40 guests
Venue said: The pub area can accommodate up to 40 people for small parties, drinking celebrations and other similar events. The space includes a bar and various indoor seating areas that can be decorated to suit the theme of your event. -
Beach Huts at Brighton Music Hall - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: As the city's #1 outdoor, live music venue and restaurant, we offer a dining experience like no other, with the best sea views in Brighton. Our street food inspired menu, available every day from 10 am.
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