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1901 Pub
1901 Pub: Exclusive Event Venue Hire in Brighton
Your own pub for up to 660 guests
Located at the American Express Stadium in Brighton, 1901 Pub is an Albion-inspired social space available for exclusive hire. With an open-plan layout, multiple screens, flexible catering and room for up to 660 guests, it offers a relaxed setting for corporate parties, networking events, screenings, exhibitions and private celebrations.
1901 Pub at a Glance
- Location: American Express Stadium, Village Way, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9BL
- Capacity: Up to 660 guests
- Hire type: Exclusive venue hire
- Layout: Open-plan social and events space
- Facilities: Multiple screens, staging options, music and entertainment
- Food and drink: Sharing platters and flexible event catering
- Suitable for: Corporate parties, networking events, screenings, exhibitions and private celebrations
A relaxed event space with stadium scale
1901 Pub brings together the familiarity of a pub and the flexibility of a large event venue. Warm timber finishes, exposed brickwork, heritage colours and Albion-inspired details give the space its character, while the open-plan design creates room for guests to meet, eat, watch, collaborate and celebrate.
The venue can be adapted around different event formats, from informal company socials and networking receptions to screenings, exhibitions and large private parties.
What events can 1901 Pub host?
1901 Pub is suitable for corporate and private events that benefit from an informal atmosphere, flexible floor space and integrated screens.
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Corporate parties and team celebrations
Give guests room to eat, drink and socialise in a setting that feels more relaxed than a conventional function room.
Networking events
The open-plan layout, bar and mixture of seated and standing areas support natural movement and informal conversation.
Live screenings
Multiple screens throughout the venue make 1901 Pub suitable for sporting, cultural and corporate screening events.
Exhibitions and brand activations
Flexible floor space can be used for displays, demonstrations, brand experiences and informal presentations.
Product launches
Combine screen content, entertainment, catering and branded touchpoints within one social event environment.
Private celebrations
Exclusive hire gives organisers the freedom to create a private event around their guests and occasion.
Christmas parties at 1901 Pub
1901 Pub offers a relaxed alternative to the traditional Christmas function room. Available on selected festive dates, the space can be hired for company celebrations, client entertaining and end-of-year parties, with food, drink and entertainment shaped around the event.
Food and drink designed for social events
Food at 1901 Pub is designed to complement the relaxed, social nature of the space. Sharing platters can be placed across tables for guests to enjoy together, with further catering formats available depending on the style and scale of the event.
Sample options include wings, chicken platters, sliders, tacos, samosas and warm focaccia melts. Buffet, bowl food, canapés and other event menus may also be available.
Make 1901 Pub your own
Optional entertainment and event enhancements can help you create an experience around your audience, occasion and objectives.
Choose from options such as:
- Pub games
- Shuffleboard
- DJs
- Live music
- Staging
- Presentations
- Bespoke food and drink experiences
Frequently Asked Questions
1901 Pub is located inside the American Express Stadium, Village Way, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9BL.
1901 Pub can accommodate events for up to 660 guests. Final capacities and layouts should be confirmed with the events team when booking.
Yes. 1901 Pub is available for exclusive event hire, subject to availability.
Yes. Its open-plan layout, multiple screens, bar, food service areas and flexible event options make it suitable for company celebrations, networking receptions, presentations and other corporate social events.
Yes. Multiple screens are positioned throughout 1901 Pub, making the venue suitable for screenings, presentations and event content.
Catering can include pub-inspired sharing platters, sliders, tacos, samosas and warm focaccia melts. Buffet, bowl food, canapés and other event menus may also be available, subject to confirmation.
Vegetarian options can be included within the event catering. Specific dietary requirements and current menu choices should be discussed with the events team before booking.
Yes. 1901 Pub is available for Christmas celebrations on selected festive dates, subject to availability.
Entertainment options may include pub games, shuffleboard, DJs, live music, screened content and staging. Availability and costs should be confirmed as part of the event proposal.