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 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: ‘They answered all my questions, organised pre-paid drinks for guests, and put them out for us.’

• The Flipside at Mesmerist in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Lovely space, friendly staff and nice drinks...’

• Courtyard at Revolution Brighton in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The cocktail making was fun everyone enjoyed it Bobby the barman was brilliant.’

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 (November 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: This venue is perfect for hosting many types of events, including New Year's Eve parties, birthdays and Christmas parties. We offer different menus, including our drinks menu and a set menu.
• Entire Venue at Oculist on 2 Boyce's Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: A photobooth and outdoor seating are available as event extras. Best for: Cocktail receptions, DJ-led club nights, Evening drinks gatherings Location: Brighton city centre places the venue near West Street and Churchill Square

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 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 November 2026:

• The Mezzanine at Oculist, rated 5/5 - dining room for 50 guests
  Venue said: Oculist is a pub pairing late-night cocktails with electronic music across a large open-plan interior, centred on DJ programming and a lively bar-led setting.

• 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
  Our user said: ‘Love the venue, the Huw and the staff leading up to the event were really helpful and informative.’

Cheap drinks reception venues in Brighton start from £250 minimum spend per event or £100 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

• Taproom at Lost And Found Taproom, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Very good service and incredibly accommodating!’

• Pavilion Room at The North Star Pub, from £100 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Pavilion Room is a private Function Room in The North Star Pub defined by lounge-style seating and large arched windows that admit abundant natural light.

• Entire Venue at Bill's Brighton Restaurant, from £16 per person (up to 121 guests standing)
  Venue said: Our venue can accommodate up to 121 guests and is suitable for birthday celebrations, engagement or anniversary parties, and networking events. The restaurant offers an industrial setting with exposed ducts and wall decorations,