Unique Brighton Wedding Venues
Thinking of a Brighton wedding ceremony? This amazing location has all the charm of a seaside town while having all the amenities of a major city. So on a practical level, it means your guests will be able to travel easily from all over the country and are guaranteed to find hotels or Airbnb’s to stay in nearby.
On a personal level, if you want a seaside wedding ceremony, I can’t think of a better location! Read on for my favourite unique Brighton wedding venues.
Brighton Wedding Ceremony Venues
Fabrica
Fabrica is an awesome deconsecrated church in the very heart of Brighton. It dates back to 1817 and its original features are still intact, including epic original stained-glass windows. The venue is lovely in itself and provides a beautiful backdrop to add your own style.
What couples will love: You get the venue for 3 days, so plenty of time to set up ahead of the wedding itself
What about the caterers and bar: You’re welcome to bring your own caterers. have a licensed bar or you’re very welcome to bring your own (corkage charge applies)
Licensed for weddings?: No – that’s why you need a fabulous celebrant extraordinaire
Venue capacity: 130
Brighton Seafront Wedding Venues
i360
Fancy getting married 450ft up in the air?! Look no further than the i360 (…Brighton’s answer to the London Eye). You get a private flight in one of their futuristic glass viewing pods.
With views across the whole of Brighton and the South Downs, it really is a spectacular way to get married. Although maybe not one for those who suffer from vertigo…!
Capacity: each pod can hold 175 wedding guests
What couples will love: after your pod experience, there are some amazing function spaces (on the ground) that can be used for your reception if you decide you don’t want to host the whole day up there.
The Grand
If you’re a fan of faded grandeur, then The Grand is for you. It sits pride of place on Brighton seafront and spans across an impressive stretch. It has stunning sea views and is packed to the rafters with character. Known as the “original palace by the sea”, it was built more than 155 years ago.
Capacity: there are 6+ spaces to choose from, ranging from the intimate, 30, right up to 900!!
Brighton pavilion wedding
This former royal palace dates to the romantic era of the Regency period. It’s quintessentially Brighton, and one of the most unique buildings you’ll ever see. It resembles the Taj Mahal, and internally there are several state rooms to choose from, all with unique ornate themes
What couples will love: The grounds of the Pavilion are STUNNING too, with lots of little nooks and crannies for photos
Capacity: up to 90 seated
Credit: Brighton Pavillion
Barn wedding venues
The Secret Barn
Hiding down a winding country lane at the foot of the South Downs is The Secret Barn, an amazing little rustic gem. It’s unpretentious and authentic and perfect for a laid-back wedding. Want a festival-style wedding? Great – the Secret Barn has a paddock for camping. Want to get married outside? Perfect – there is a stunning orchard you can say your vows in. There’s even a fire pit for night-time marshmallow toasting.
Capacity: 110 seated, with 150 standing
Camping capacity: 40
What couples will love: Access on Thursday to set up, right through to Monday to pack down
What about food and the bar?: No corkage fees apply, woop! And very reasonably, the average spend per head on catering is around £45
Are pets welcome?: Yes!
Pangdean Barn
This lovely oak framed barn dates to 1720. It sits in a lovely rural location, just 5 miles from the centre of Brighton.
What couples will love: there are no set party plans or menus, you can curate your own. This is a small family-run business.
What about the bar?: You can bring your own – no corkage!
Capacity: Between 50-190, across 3 different event spaces
Brighton beach wedding
The Band Stand
The Band Stand is right on Brighton seafront and is a true Brighton iconic spot. It really looks the part with all its original Victorian detail and ornate tiled floor, against the backdrop of the sea.
Capacity: 50 seated with an additional 30 standing
Available: seasonality is key – available only between April and September, Wednesday through to Saturday
Cost: cheap at the price, starting at £680 for ceremony hire
What couples will love: If you have dreams of being married by the sea this is really the one. If it rains, it’s covered (OK – there are open sides – but nothing some umbrellas won’t sort out!).
The city really has it all. Getting married in Brighton is fantastic for any couple as you’ll find that there is just the right location to suit your style and needs. If you’d like to hear more about having a bespoke, original wedding ceremony, get in touch here.