The Birdcage at Mesmerist

Event Space in a Pub
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Private space
1 Prince Albert Street, Brighton, BN1 1HE
Brighton City Centre

About this space

A beautifully decorated bar accessed through a secret doorway on the first floor the Birdcage is the perfect space for dining, drinks and private parties. The large open plan space has plenty of natural daylight and its own bar. We can set up seating in a style that suits you, if you need space for a reception, networking or dancing.


Prices

Monday
12:00 – 1:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £150 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £150 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £150 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 1:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 1:00
from £150 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 2:00
from £150 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £150 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £150 + £1500 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 2:00
from £150 + £2000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 2:00
from £100 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 – 17:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
17:00 – 2:00
from £100 + £1000 hire fee + min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Cabaret
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 2:00 (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Quiet space
Dance floor
Soundproof
private bar
Unavailable: Projector
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: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Parking available

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 20:00

Host rules

Your booking is only confirmed once you receive a Booking Confirmation Email, which includes our full Booking Terms & Conditions.

Here are the key points:

- Deposits are non-refundable. A minimum spend may apply.
- Final balance (if required) is due 28 days before your event.
- You can reschedule once before the cancellation deadline.
- No outside food or drink unless agreed in writing.
- You’re responsible for your guests’ behaviour and any damage caused.

For full details, please refer to the Booking Policy attached to your confirmation email.

Cancellation policy: Custom

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About Mesmerist

Mesmerist is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.


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Faith Cooper
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