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Christmas Parties in Brighton

We offer a great selection of Christmas parties in Brighton! From its Lanes to its pier, to the Royal Pavilion, Brighton has a wealth of history and is recognised as a party town. You will find Christmas parties on offer in nightclubs, to high-end hotels to sports venues and many more options to enjoy. Whether you are looking for a sit-down dinner for a small group to then move on to a nightclub, or to take over a venue for your private company Christmas party, all choices are available.

Frequently Asked Questions: Christmas Parties in Brighton

1

Brighton has a reputation as the UK's most individual seaside city — does that come through in its Christmas party scene?

Absolutely. First of all, what stands out about the venues is the fact that the unique atmosphere of Brighton is clearly reflected in the places where events take place. The i360 holds parties at the height of 450 feet above the coast of Sussex. The Shelter Hall is located between the two piers, with the sea on either side. The grand Victorian building of the Grand Brighton hotel is probably one of the best-known hotels' buildings in England. The Sussex Cricket at Hove allows enjoying the most atmospheric cricket grounds of the country. The Royal Pavilion, which is not included into this list, creates the entire visual atmosphere of the city centre.

2

The Brighton i360 starting from £10 seems remarkable — what's actually included at that price?

It really sounds unbelievable but is worth considering. The i360 is 450 feet tall observation tower by the seaside — the tallest moving observation tower in the world — and this low price means the right to access the pod experience along with some food and drinks from the Drift Kitchen & Bar restaurant down in the tower. The venue can host up to 1,000 guests with packages getting more and more expensive according to food, drinks, and entertainments. It is one of those places that do everything by themselves even without taking into account the rest of the offer because nowhere else in the whole country one can find the place for Christmas party from where guests can see the views over the Channel from above the clouds.

3

Is Brighton a good choice for a Christmas party if most of my team is based in London?

Yes, this would be an amazing idea – and one that is chosen by many London companies, contrary to what many people think. It takes only 52 minutes by train from London Victoria to Brighton, which is much quicker than how long a London worker will spend travelling through the city on his way to a party. Moreover, it gives some excitement to the event, because arriving in a coastal town during the winter time gives a feeling of reaching a destination, not just going to another ballroom. People who have never been in Brighton before will enjoy the beach area and the Lanes, as well as the overall atmosphere of the place.

4

What does a Christmas party in Brighton cost per person?

Brighton boasts one of the most varied pricing options among cities covered by us. Starting from the least expensive end, the i360 Christmas Party offers packages starting from £10 per person. The next options include Barbara's Bier Haus with £17.95 per person, Revolution Brighton with £24.95, Shelter Hall with £25, and Mercure Seafront with £35. Sussex Cricket at Hove is starting at £50 per person; Leonardo Royal Brighton Waterfront is starting at £63; East Sussex National Resort is starting at £62; The Grand Brighton at £79 per person. On the luxury end of the offer, there is a Grand Masquerade Ball at the DoubleTree Brighton Metropole, starting from £122 per person for an authentic Venetian experience. Themed exclusive events such as Wild West Hoedown, James Bond Spectacular, Après Ski Lodge, Enchanted Forest, Las Vegas Theme Party, and Showman's Greatest all start at £75 per person.

5

There are several seafront venues in the listings — how do they compare?

They all have their unique atmosphere and can fit different types of groups. The Brighton i360 stands out with its verticality. This amazing venue stands on the seafront where the West Pier used to be and rises higher than any other seaside venue in the whole country. Shelter Hall is the one that is most laid-back and cozy — it is located in a food hall between the two piers and has a design that encourages people to walk around and chat. The Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel is the most classic — the venue is a classic hotel that has sea view and party nights starting from £35. The Leonardo Royal Brighton Waterfront is located right next to the seafront and has its own waterfront view. The biggest hotel option is the DoubleTree Brighton Metropole.

6

How far in advance should I book a Christmas party in Brighton?

Brighton tends to be in high demand due to the presence of local companies as well as London-based ones who want to have an alternative venue. This means that the venues and dates in particular tend to get booked faster than you would think. The Grand Masquerade Ball by the DoubleTree Brighton Metropole – known for its high production standards and accommodating up to 800 people – is always popular with December dates getting taken fast. The easier to access packages from the i360 tend to sell out faster due to the high demand for that type of event. The December dates of theme-related exclusive productions can be targeted during the first half of the year.

7

What options are there for small groups in Brighton?

Very good indeed. Both the i360 and the Leonardo Royal Brighton Waterfront have the option for two people. Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel starting at two, Shelter Hall starting at two, Barbara's Bier Haus starting at two, and The Grand Brighton starting at two – giving the smaller groups an opportunity to organize a truly festive celebration. Sussex Cricket at Hove offers the venue starting at two guests on their shared formats. If smaller groups are interested in something less crowded and more personal, then East Sussex National Resort in Uckfield is a great choice starting at 10 guests.

8

Brighton feels like a natural party-and-stay destination — are there good accommodation options alongside the party venues?

There are some of the finest choices in Britain when it comes to combining parties with accommodation. Some of these venues are The Grand Brighton, DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole, Leonardo Royal Brighton Waterfront, and Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel. All of them provide the bedroom facility along with their party spaces and are located close to the seafront and the train station. Another great choice for groups willing to have a Christmas party is the East Sussex National Resort in Uckfield — it provides an excellent golf and spa resort facility. It would be an excellent idea to spend the night over in Brighton for London-based groups — it will make your evening much longer.

SHARED CHRISTMAS PARTIES IN BRIGHTON

A shared party night gives you everything about the festive season in terms of entertainment, good food, and the right atmosphere all for an average cost per head that no exclusive party venue could afford to charge. The costs would be split among all the people attending the party, and in such a lively city, the atmosphere will pretty much build itself.

However, there is a diverse selection of venues that offer shared party nights and at affordable prices, as well. The most affordable venue is the Brighton i360 starting from £10 per head, which is really surprising for a place that stands 450 feet high above the coast of Sussex and where you can see the entire English Channel from there during a bright December night. Next come Shelter Hall which is located between both piers and which offers shared party night at the cost of £25 per head in a food hall setting and in a distinctive Brighton environment. Then Barbara's Bier Haus offers shared parties with the feeling of après ski warmth and Bavarian fun from £17.95 per head for groups of 2 to 300 people. Revolution Brighton offers shared parties from £24.95 for groups of 2 to 750 and the Mercure Brighton Seafront Hotel runs Glistening Party Nights from £35 per head for groups of 2 to 100.

For a premium shared party experience, there is DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole running joiner nights for the cost of £56 per head for groups of 2 to 800 and then The Grand Brighton which offers shared Christmas parties for the cost of £79 per head.

EXCLUSIVE CHRISTMAS PARTIES IN BRIGHTON

Having an exclusive event means you have control of the entire night. The venue belongs to you, and every aspect of the night from theme, entertainment, to food and even timing can be tailored according to your brief. With such a variety of venues, some really unique and distinctive to choose from, it is no doubt very tempting to go exclusive.

The Grand Masquerade Ball event at DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole is perhaps the most talked about of all exclusive party events held in the South Coast. A fully featured Venetian masquerade production with beautiful masks, a three-course dinner, entertainment, and a casino facility that can accommodate between 8 and 800 people starting from £122 per person. An event that will set the standard for what an exclusive party can offer. On the other hand, the Amex Stadium offers flexible spaces where Sparkle & Social holds exclusive events with a maximum capacity of 1,000 people — the largest exclusive capacity among the venues here. The East Sussex National Resort in Uckfield, a completely new venue which is a Golf and Spa resort set in South Downs Countryside that can accommodate up to 300 people for exclusive festive events starting from £62 per person.

The lineup of exclusive themed production events includes Wild West Hoedown, James Bond Spectacular, Après Ski Lodge, Enchanted Forest, Las Vegas Theme Party, and Showman's Greatest, which can accommodate 1,000 people each complete with theming and entertainment.

Over 20 years of experience in event management and production services, be sure to get in touch to discuss your requirements. 

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