About Brighton

Just an hour from London, you can find one of the UK’s most famous quintessential seaside cities. Brighton is a melting pot of creatives, and you’ll find endless shops selling quirky items, vintage clothes and antiques in the Lanes.

Although the beach is pebbles, it remains ever popular with the hundreds of people who visit Brighton. In the summer months, the waterfront is lined with excellent bars, restaurants and cafes, not to mention the arcade, shops and funfair on the pier.

The city also plays host to a range of events throughout the year, such as marathons and parades, and is popular with both Londoners and tourists who come for the stunning ocean views and attractions. It makes the ideal location for any party, event or occasion and you won’t be short of things to do.

Holiday Party Venue Options in Brighton

• Decorations
  A holiday party needs to look the part, so hiring a professional to give you beautiful decorations is essential. Decorators can either work with you to develop a theme or colour scheme or if you already have something in mind, they can style your party with fun accessories such as flower walls, table decorations, food stands and photo props.
  
  
• Music
  A silent party wouldn’t be any fun so make sure to hire either a DJ, band, singer or musician to play a little something in the background. You can hire someone to create a playlist to get you dancing all night or an instrumentalist just to fill the silence. Either way, it will help give your party a little buzz and keep everyone having a great time.
  
  
• Catering
  Everyone loves the food at parties and hiring a caterer gives you full flexibility, not to mention creativity, over what you serve. Whether you want to serve fish canapes for an ocean-themed bash, or an outdoor barbecue for a summer fiesta, caterers can cook up a storm which everyone will love.

Holiday Party Venue Companies in Brighton

• Peach Blossoms
  Brighton’s most fun and bubbly party decorator, Peach Blossoms offers creative styling for all kinds of parties, events and private functions. Decorations they can provide include bunting, backdrops and a huge variety of balloons from their balloon bar. They can help at any stage of the party, from planning the full styling to helping to add the finishing touches so your party has the wow factor.
  
  
• The Brighton Party Band
  A band that plays for both weddings and private events, this party band is made up of talented musicians and singers who’ll soon get your guests on the dance floor. They have a large range of track lists they can perform, including pop and rock classics, contemporary and party, depending on how lively you want the evening to get. No matter what kind of vibe you need, a live band such as them will keep everyone entertained.
  
  
• SPACE + THYME
  Caterers who roll everything into one, SPACE + THYME not only provide a massive range of menus for you to choose from for your private party but also have their own bars, mobile food trucks and event planners to ensure it all goes smoothly. On top of this, they work with over 70 exclusive venues in and around Brighton, so that's one more item checked off your list if you're still searching for the perfect holiday party venue.

Pros and Cons of Holiday Party Venues in Brighton

Pros

• It can be sunny
  Brighton in the sunshine is universally popular even with its pebble beach, as people come with their picnics to have lunch by the water, wander along The Lanes or sit in one of the many parks. In warm weather, it’s ideal for an outdoor holiday party.
  
  
• It’s full of activities
  From getting your thrills on a rollercoaster at Brighton Pier to heading hundreds of feet up on the new i360 for an amazing view, Brighton isn’t short of attractions to keep you occupied while you’re visiting.
  
  
• It has excellent shopping
  If you need a stylish outfit, some themed props or just want to browse for your holiday party, Brighton is full of both modern and vintage shops selling a wide array of unique clothes, gifts and trinkets.

Cons

• It gets very busy
  Brighton is a short train ride from London, making it the go-to place when the sun comes out. In the summer you’ll be faced with hundreds of people in the parks, on the beach and in The Lanes which can be difficult to manage.
  
  
• It gets very cold
  Like many of Britain’s coastal towns, the sea makes Brighton extremely cold. In winter, it often sees freezing temperatures while even summer is colder and far windier than the rest of the country. If cold weather makes you uncomfortable, secure an indoor venue with heating for your holiday party.
  
  
• It’s popular for events
  Something new is always happening every weekend in Brighton, from the annual Pride Parade to the famous Marathon. These events draw spectators from all around, meaning you may find the streets are crowded, roads are blocked and transport doesn’t work.

Famous Holiday Party Locations in Brighton

• British Airways i360
  A relatively new addition to the Brighton skyline, the BA i360 is a fun attraction to visit while you’re in the area. Shaped like a doughnut, the circular pod will take you 450 ft into the air for a spectacular view across Brighton and the English Channel. There is also a bar on board, and if you’re feeling like a thrill, the i360 extreme experience lets you hang off the side of the wheel.
  
  
• The Lanes
  The Lanes are a location in themselves as they are Brighton’s most well-known area aside from the seafront. The winding streets are filled with a quirky assortment of shops, such as vintage clothes shops, antique shops, art galleries and hip coffee shops. You can easily spend half a day getting lost browsing for clothes or souvenirs, and there are loads of places along the way to stop for a quick bite.
  
  
• Brighton Pier
  The city’s most iconic sight, Brighton actually has two piers. The older burnt-out one is popular as a focal point for photographers, and the new, lively pier is home to a long boardwalk, arcade, shops and a theme park. Kids and adults alike can have a British seaside experience here by grabbing some candyfloss or an ice cream and riding a rollercoaster to the giant arm which suspends you in the air for panoramic views over the city.