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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Brighton
Cocktails by the coast? Brighton was made for it. From chilled seafront hotels near the Pier to quirky bars into The Lanes, this city offers drinks reception venues that bring seaside charm to your cocktail or happy hour event! Expect great service, a touch of seaside sparkle, and maybe even a sunset that steals the show. Let’s get you the perfect spot to sip, chat, and celebrate by the sea. Discover top spaces for drinks right away.
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![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.” -
![The Birdcage at Mesmerist in Brighton City Centre]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Birdcage
80 guestsMesmeristBrighton City Centre
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AAmberlily B.
“Lovely space, friendly staff and nice drinks” -
![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 CentreEEleanor H.
“They were also happy to accommodate a soft drink tab, which was really helpful for our pregnant guests.” -
![Courtyard at Revolution Brighton in Brighton City Centre]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityCourtyard
75 guestsRevolution BrightonBrighton City Centre
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LLucy G.
“The venue staff were great and the drinks were brilliant.” -
![Pub Area at Islingword Inn in Brighton]()
from £15
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPub Area
120 guestsIslingword InnBrightonThe pub area has a capacity of up to 120 standing guests and is suitable for cocktail receptions, celebratory drinks and other parties. -
![Full Venue Hire at Drift Brighton in Brighton City Centre]()
from £800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
200 guestsDrift BrightonBrighton City CentreFrom weddings and private parties to corporate drinks receptions and special celebrations, we host a wide range of events personalised to your needs. For something extra special, there’s also the option to add on the Pod, -
![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.” -
![HarBAR & KItchen at Brighton Harbour Hotel in Brighton City Centre]()
from £100
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityHarBAR & KItchen
100 guestsBrighton Harbour HotelBrighton City Centre
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Unmistakable views of Brighton’s iconic Palace Pier pair with tables great for sharing plates and savouring intriguing cocktails. HarBar - An extensive drinks selection including beers, artisan spirits and signature cocktails -
![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 -
![Inside Private Hire at OHSO Social in Brighton City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityInside Private Hire
240 guestsOHSO SocialBrighton City CentreYou can expect tasty fresh food, catering for the entire family, including a range of beers, wines, and delicious cocktails. -
![Pub Area at White Rabbit in North Laine, Brighton]()
from £1150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPub Area
40 guestsWhite RabbitNorth Laine, BrightonThe 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. -
![Event Space at Sidewinder in Kemptown, Brighton]()
from £1250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
60 guestsSidewinderKemptown, BrightonThe event space can accommodate up to 60 guests and is suitable for birthday parties, drinks celebrations, sports screenings and other social gatherings.
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Book One of Brighton's Cheap Spaces for Drinks Receptions
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“Friendly staff, good price, accessible entrance, nice plants”
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“Amazing venue, lovely staff and very accommodating for a 40th birthday”
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“Service, room and food were all fantastic”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Brighton’s Bars
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“Max, the barman let us use his phone to play our music after the band had finished! so kind. Thank you Max!”
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Drink and Dine at Brighton’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Brighton
Booking costs of drinks reception 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 £1750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £48 | per person |
| From £200 | 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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Courtyard at Revolution Brighton in Brighton City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Would highly recommend this venue for a private event.’ -
The Nightingale Room at The Grand Central Brighton in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘They answered all my questions, organised pre-paid drinks for guests, and put them out for us.’ -
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 drinks reception 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 £1100 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £1750 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...’ -
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. -
Pub Area at Victory
on 6 Duke Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Victory is one of the oldest pubs in Brighton, UK. Not only do we offer entertainment such as TVs and live performances, but also spaces for private events.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Pub | prices average £950 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 50 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
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