Upstairs 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

Upstairs is a pub-style event space featuring a rustic, communal layout and eclectic, homely décor.

Design
The room has a low patterned pressed‑metal ceiling, exposed brick and stripped wooden floorboards. The furnishings are mismatched wooden tables and chairs, cushions and framed prints that give a lived-in, homely appearance.

Features
The space includes natural daylight from the front windows, a wall-mounted TV and a PA system for music or announcements. The furniture is movable so layouts can be arranged for dining or social seating. The room is wheelchair accessible and has a step‑free guest entrance.

Ideal for
Small groups and community gatherings seeking a relaxed, social setting for seated meals or informal drinks.

What sets it apart
A communal selection of board games is kept on-site for guest use, encouraging group play during hires.

What guests say
The space is cosy and welcoming and conveys a friendly neighbourhood pub atmosphere. The room is tidy and comfortable, with informal seating that encourages socialising.


Prices

Monday
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
16:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
16:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 0:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 22:00
from £500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 22:00
from £500 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 100
Dining
up to 63

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

Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
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.


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from £1000
minimum spend / per session

Location

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