A historic event venue with arched windows, brick exterior, and wooden doors at The Old Courthouse.
An auditorium with tiered blue seating, a wooden podium, and large projection screen at The Old Courthouse.
A theatre with tiered blue auditorium seating and arched leaded windows at The Old Courthouse.
An auditorium with stained glass arched windows, wood paneling, and hardwood floors at The Old Courthouse.

The Old Courthouse

Event Venue

#24 of 121 Event Space venues in Brighton
#12 of 109 Birthday Dinner venues in Brighton
Church Street, Brighton, BN1 1UD –
North Laine, Brighton
From £780
hire fee
Up to 152
seats
Up to 120
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Historic Victorian building opposite the Royal Pavilion, with an auditorium featuring modern retractable seating. Ideal for talks, performances, and screenings. Guests love the fantastic atmosphere.

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Spaces for hire at The Old Courthouse

The Old Courtroom at The Old Courthouse
The Old Courtroom
Auditorium / Conference Room
·
Private space
152 seats
120 standing
The Old Courthouse is an iconic and historic landmark in the heart of Brighton. With a rich history and a rich future, it's now available for hire as a spectacular venue for any event. As it’s located next to the Royal Pavilion and the Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, you have the option to combine your daytime event in The Old Courtroom with an eve...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Projector
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £780 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago
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Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Saturday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Sunday
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
The Old Courtroom
9:00 – 23:00
from £780–£1440 hire fee
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 120
standing
Up to 152
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Old Courthouse

The Old Courthouse is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

This historic Victorian building, situated just opposite the Royal Pavilion Estate, was used as a County Court up until 1967.
Now fully refurbished, complete with an auditorium-style theatre with modern and comfortable retractable tiered seating it can accommodate a variety of events such as talks, performances, seminars, lectures, training days, workshops, and screenings.

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At The Old Courthouse, the following catering options are available:

  • The venue works with an approved list of external caterers

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Old Courthouse is located at Church Street, in North Laine, Brighton.

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