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.
In Brighton, prices 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 October 2025:
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | to £50 | per person |
| From £50 | to £196 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
The Nightingale Room at The Grand Central Brighton
in Brighton City Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Good communication and helpful. All our requirements were met and the venue was spot on.’
Rum Attic at Revolution Brighton
in Brighton City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great room with top, friendly staff. Efficiently run and great service.’
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 (October 2025):
| Small drinks reception venues | up to 50 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium drinks reception venues | between 70 and 80 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large drinks reception venues | over 105 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |