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The Great Thatched Barn at Falmer Court, The Great Thatched Barn

Barn
·
Whole venue
East Street, Falmer Court, Brighton, BN1 9PB –
Up to 200
seats
Up to 200
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

This rural barn venue provides a substantial, characterful setting for private gatherings. Traditional architecture gives it a strong sense of place.

Design: The barn presents a broad, low-slung profile with natural materials and restrained detailing. Its rural architectural character feels practical rather than formal.

Features: A PA system and speakers support music and announcements, while a dedicated dance floor creates space for movement. Wi-Fi, permitted own music and guest DJs are available. Step-free access and wheelchair accessibility support inclusive use.

Ideal for: The venue suits large groups seeking a relaxed social gathering that can move between seated dining and informal dancing.

What sets it apart: A full thatched roof gives the venue a distinctive traditional silhouette that stands out from conventional event spaces.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £220 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 23:00
from £360 hire fee per hour
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200
  • Dining
    up to 200
  • Theatre
    up to 200
  • Cabaret
    up to 200
  • U-Shaped
    up to 100
  • Classroom
    up to 200

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Whiteboard
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Free parking is available on-site (70 spaces)
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • 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
  • Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • 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
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

• No smoking in or near the barn.
• Damage to the space will result in extra charge if more than £250 refundable damage deposit fee
• Any loud music or noise must end by 23:00.
• Own approved caterers, however pre-agreed outside catering is allowed.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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About Falmer Court, The Great Thatched Barn

Falmer Court, The Great Thatched Barn is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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