An outdoor terrace with orange umbrellas and glass railing at Drift Brighton.
An outdoor event space with orange umbrellas, wooden tables, and sea views at Drift Brighton.
An outdoor restaurant terrace with striped cushioned seating, wooden tables, and red umbrellas overlooking the sea at Drift Brighton.
An outdoor restaurant area with orange umbrellas, glass railing, and sea views at Drift Brighton.

Drift Upper at Drift Brighton

Outdoor Space at a Restaurant
·
Semi-private area
Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2LN –
Brighton City Centre
Up to 80
seats
Up to 80
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Drift Upper is an upper-level semi-private outdoor terrace in Drift Brighton characterised by unobstructed horizon views.

Design: The terrace presents a bright, open deck edged by glass balustrades, timber-effect flooring, planted tubs and brightly coloured parasols for a simple, casual appearance.

Features: A built-in PA system and speakers are available, and the space permits own music or bringing a DJ. On-site Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are provided. Step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets support mobility requirements.

Ideal for: Groups of friends or colleagues seeking a relaxed, drinks-led standing reception or an informal seated lunch.

What guests say: The space features live music on occasion and creates a lively, social atmosphere. The space is supported by attentive staff service.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Drinks menu
Drinks menu
Christmas menu
Christmas menu

Event offer

Package per person

Non exclusive can be use - Minimum spend of £25 per person capacity , up to at 60 guests

Prices

Monday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £600 min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 0:00
from £600 min. spend
Per day
10:00 – 0:00
from £1200 min. spend
Per session
10:00 – 0:00
from £25 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 80
Dining
up to 80
Cabaret
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
British cuisine
No external catering allowed Catering must be booked through the venue
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 0:00
No BYO alcohol allowed You can’t bring your own alcohol, drinks must be bought through the venue

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 21:00

Host rules

- No smoking in the building
- Damage to the space will result in extra charge
- No music past 23:30
- Venue shuts at 00:00
- No external catering or drinks allowed

About Drift Brighton

Drift Brighton is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Other spaces and event packages at this venue

Full Venue Hire at
from £800
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
Whole venue
155
200
Full Venue Hire
Semi-private Area at
from £25
per person / per session
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
60
60
Semi-private Area

Location

Location map

Meet your host

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