Drinks Reception Venues for Hire 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:

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

• 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.’

• HarBAR & KItchen at Brighton Harbour Hotel in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Venue said: HarBar - An extensive drinks selection including beers, artisan spirits and signature cocktails enjoyed in eclectic and cosy sofas. Soak up seafront views by day and Brighton’s lively personality by night.

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 (September 2026):

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

• 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 Back Bar at No 32 on 32 Duke Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The room features wooden paneling, round tables and leather armchairs. The bar is the central area of this space, with chocolate brown stools and warm lighting.
• 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 September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Brighton, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• 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.

• Bay Windows at The Park View, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 25 guests
  Venue said: You can decorate the space to suit your needs. This space is also suitable for small intimate funeral receptions.

• Function Room at Mash Tun, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Affordable prices. Lovely venue. Air conditioning downstairs...’

Cheap drinks reception venues in Brighton start from £200 hire fee per event or £100 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Nightingale Room at The Grand Central Brighton, from £200 hire fee per event (up to 80 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘They answered all my questions, organised pre-paid drinks for guests, and put them out for us.’

• Function Hall at The Ladies Mile, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 120 guests standing)
  Venue said: We’ll work with you to create the menu you’d like. Plus, our private bar has all the drinks you need to get the party started and carry on into the night!

• Pavilion Room at The North Star Pub, from £350 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: The North Star’s Pavilion Room is a versatile event space with a view of the Royal Pavilion, suited to both sit-down meals and relaxed gatherings. It features a speaker, super fast Wi-Fi, and a projector.