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The Walrus

Pub

#2 of 99 Pub venues in Brighton
#11 of 119 Corporate Event venues in Brighton
  9 reviews  – 
10 Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AD –
Brighton City Centre
From £300
min. spend
Up to 80
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Jessica Masseron
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Response rate: 58%
Response time: Within 2 hours
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Spaces for hire at The Walrus

The Tusk Club at The Walrus

The Tusk Club
Lounge
·
Private space
80 seats
100 standing
The Tusk Club is a Lounge in The Walrus defined by a club-style, low-lit interior that creates an intimate, informal setting. Design: The lounge uses dark wood panelling, leather-upholstered booths and low ceilings to maintain a compact, club-like feel. The lighting is warm and focused, and framed artwork plus heavy curtains give the space a retro...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
The Hideaway at The Walrus

The Hideaway
Function Room
·
Private space
40 seats
60 standing
The Hideaway is our private function room situated just up a few stairs from the ground floor main bar, perfect for events with 30 to 50 guests. Whether you're hosting a formal sit-down dinner or a more relaxed celebration, such as a birthday party, we can accommodate your needs. We offer a variety of menu options and are more than happy to discuss...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £300 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now
The Dining Room at The Walrus

The Dining Room
Dining Room
·
Private space
70 seats
The Dining Room is a private dining room in The Walrus notable for its period character and traditional interior. Design: The room presents traditional finishes: deep bay windows dressed with heavy curtains, dark painted panelling, a long polished wood table surrounded by assorted antique-style chairs, and layered lighting from a central chandelie...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £950 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Enquire now

Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Party Boards – Christmas Party in The Hideaway

£1 total

pricing for boards is TBC, please use the below as a sample
PARTY BOARDS
ALL BOARDS FOR 10 PEOPLE
Build a custom menu for your Christmas party with our festive bites
SHARING BOARDS
Teriyaki beef sliders
Turkey, cranberry & brie sliders
Mushroom, blue cheese slider (v)
Black pepper, lemon Crispy squid (gf)
Harrisa roast potatoes (pb, gf)
Crab tartelets, lobster mayo (gf)
Sesame crusted feta, black olive, cucumber & mint (pb, gf)
Honey & mustard pigs in blankets
Pork, sage & onion sausgae roll, English mustard
Bowl of chips (pb, gf)
Cauliflower karaage, wasabi & miso mayo
SOMETHING SWEET
Warm mince pies
Mini chocolate & orange cheesecakes
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

4.5
5 recent guests highly rated amenities, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
4.2
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.8
Value for money
4.8
Catering
4.5
Communication
3.3

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

AB
Amanda B.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 60 guests · December 2025 · The Dining Room

Good food

The pub smelt of urine

4.1
LM
Laura M.
Verified review
Party · 80 guests · September 2025 · The Tusk Club

Tom the Barman was so friendly and the venue looked amazing when everyone arrived. We had everything we needed.

5.0
SP
Stefanie P.
Verified review
Pub · 50 guests · October 2025 · The Hideaway

Staff were very helpful and friendly - we were made to feel so welcome and all my guests had a great night!

4.9
TL
Toby L.
Verified review
Live Music · 120 guests · September 2025 · The Tusk Club

Great space, fab team, awesome night!

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £300–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £300–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 23:00
from £300–£500 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 0:00
from £500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 2:00
from £300–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 2:00
from £300–£750 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 2:00
from £750 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 2:00
from £500–£950 min. spend
The Hideaway
12:00 – 2:00
from £500–£750 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 2:00
from £750 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£950 min. spend
The Tusk Club
12:00 – 22:00
from £500 min. spend
The Dining Room
12:00 – 23:00
from £950 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 6 months 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 100
standing
Up to 80
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
BYO alcohol
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available

About The Walrus

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

A stone’s throw from the beach, nestled on the historic Ship Street in Brighton’s iconic Lanes, you'll find The Walrus, a venue brimming with charm and character. Its labyrinth of eclectically-decorated rooms and winding passageways create a truly unique atmosphere.

Hidden away, you’ll also discover a delightful roof garden, perfect for a relaxing escape. Inside, there’s the classic Dining Room, the Carpenter’s Lounge cocktail bar, and The Tusk Club, each offering its own distinctive experience.

FAQ

No, external catering is not permitted.

Yes, dogs are welcome at the venue.

Meal service is run as standard; after the meal all plates are cleared from the room. A TV screen and microphone are available.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At The Walrus, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Bringing your own alcohol is allowed

The Walrus does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Walrus:

  • The Tusk Club hosting 65 guests: £533.68
  • The Hideaway hosting 50 guests: £1200
  • The Dining Room hosting 40 guests: £3046

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Walrus is located at 10 Ship Street, in Brighton City Centre.

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