The Empress Suite at The Grand Brighton
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Up to 900standing
Up to 750seated
Rail - 1 mile awaynearest station
Exhibitionbest for
About this space
Sea-facing conference suite
Flexible partitioning into 4 separate areas
Private entrance and foyer
Dedicated banqueting kitchen
In-house AV company
Street loading access
Crush hall
Fixed lighting schemes
Accommodating up to 900 delegates, The Empress Suite is the largest sea facing conference suite in Brighton, ideal for all number of events from exhibitions & seminars, to large scale dinners or spectacular themed functions. The space can be partitioned into 4 separate meeting areas suitable for multiple events as part of the same conference. Clients can enjoy a private entrance, & foyer, dedicated banqueting kitchen & bathrooms, crush hall and street loading The suite is well equipped with excellent lighting schemes and AV infrastructure which can be facilitated by our in house AV company.
Features
Wifi
AV Infrastructure
Crush Hall
Dedicated Banqueting Kitchen
Fixed Lighting Scheme
Flexible Partitioning Available
Private Entrance
Sea Views
Street Loading
Food & Drink
External Catering Allowed
External Alcohol Allowed
Corkage Charge
Kitchenette
Catering Equipment Provided
Professional Kitchen
Halal Catering
Kosher Catering
Space
Parking Spaces
Disabled Access
Storage Space
588m² (6,329ft²)
Ceiling Height 5m (16ft)
Licenses
Licensed Until 1am
Wedding License
Capacities
400 Cabaret
450 Classroom
600 Dinner Dance
800 Reception
900 Standing
750 Theatre
500 Wedding
Guide prices
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Frequently asked questions
What are the event finish times and restrictions at The Grand Brighton?
Events in the Consort rooms and similar event spaces have a mandatory finish time of 23:30pm. This applies to all private parties and celebrations held at the venue.
How does The Grand Brighton handle booking availability and what happens if they can't accommodate my event?
The Grand Brighton frequently experiences high demand and may not have suitable event space available for specific dates. When they cannot accommodate an event, they offer alternative dates or suggest their sister properties: Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront and Leonardo Hotel Brighton as alternatives.
What budget ranges should I expect for events at The Grand Brighton?
Based on actual booking scenarios, The Grand Brighton operates at premium pricing levels. A £200 budget for 30 guests was declined as insufficient, and a £400 budget for 10 people for a workshop was also below their pricing threshold, indicating significantly higher minimum spend requirements.
What contact information should I use for event bookings and inquiries?
The main venue phone number is +44 (0) 1273 224300. The M&E team can be reached at individual extensions, with Deputy Regional M&E Office Manager at 01273 224360 and M&E Executive at 01273 224398 for specific booking inquiries.
Can I host late-night or early morning events at The Grand Brighton?
Events starting at midnight or running into early morning hours are not accommodated. The venue operates within standard hospitality hours with events finishing by 23:30pm maximum.
What sister properties are available if The Grand Brighton cannot accommodate my event?
The Grand Brighton is part of Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland group. When unavailable, they offer Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton Waterfront (01273 206700) and Leonardo Hotel Brighton (01273 862121) as alternative venues in the Brighton area.
How flexible is The Grand Brighton with event dates if my preferred date is unavailable?
The venue encourages flexibility with dates when initial requests cannot be accommodated. They specifically ask clients if they can consider alternative dates before suggesting sister properties as backup options.
What is the booking process and response time for event inquiries at The Grand Brighton?
Event inquiries are handled by the M&E team who respond to requests with availability confirmation or alternative suggestions. If they cannot accommodate your requirements, they provide immediate feedback and offer sister hotel alternatives rather than extended negotiations.
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