Downstairs at The Howard

Event Space in a Pub
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Private space
1 Howard Road, Brighton and Hove, Brighton, BN2 9TP
Elm Grove, Brighton

About this space

Downstairs is a compact, furniture-rich event space whose most distinctive quality is its eclectic mix of vintage fittings.

Design
The room presents layered, domestic-style detailing: painted wood panelling, patterned carpet and an artificial-grass edge. The décor pairs dark green textured wallpaper and framed prints with mixed wood tables, low ceilings and warm wall lighting.

Features
The space includes a PA system and speakers and receives natural light through glazed doors. The room has step-free guest access and is wheelchair accessible, and it contains freestanding round tables and stools that can be arranged for seated or standing layouts.

Ideal for
Small groups seeking an informal, relaxed social gathering or a compact seated meal in an intimate pub-style setting.

What guests say
The space has a welcoming, homely atmosphere and an adjacent tidy garden.


Prices

Monday
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
16:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 22:00
from £1000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 22:00
from £1000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 38

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 0:00
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Pool table
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.


About The Howard

The Howard 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

from £500
minimum spend / per session

Location

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Annette .
Member of Tagvenue since August 2026
6h Response time
100% Response rate

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