Brighton’s Hottest Christmas Party Venue
No matter if it’s a corporate work do, a family get-together, a festive reunion with old friends, or the big Christmas Day itself, we’ll cook your festive feasts over open flames, pair them with wine and cocktails, and provide a setting that feels like it was made for Christmas. All you need to do is arrive ready to eat, drink and celebrate.
Step inside The Coal Shed Brighton, where the glow of the grill, the sparkle of the lights, and the energy of the festive season set the stage for something extraordinary. Show-stopping centrepieces to share, seasonal sides transformed over the coals, and festive favourites are reimagined over fire, while indulgent desserts are transformed with bold flavour. Perfectly placed in central Brighton, just moments from the seafront, The Coal Shed is the city’s hottest Christmas party spot.
Contact the team by clicking Plan Your Party, and we’ll help you arrange an unforgettable Christmas Party.
Restaurant Smaller Group Parties
The Longhorn Up to 16 Guests
The Flamingo Social Up to 26 Guests
Grand Dining Up to 45 Guests
Christmas opening hours
Christmas Eve: Open
Christmas Day: 12:00 to 16:30
Boxing Day: Closed
New Year’s Eve: Open
The Coal Shed’s Festive Menus
Christmas at The Coal Shed is about indulgence from the very first bite. Choose your level of feast and let us do the rest.
Expect seasonal indulgence from the first bite to the last, with beautifully prepared dishes made for a proper festive feast. Whether you’re planning a long lunch with friends, a family celebration or a Christmas get-together with colleagues, there’s plenty to raise a glass to.
Our festive feasting menus are available for groups of four or more and must be pre-ordered. Get your favourite people together, settle in and leave the rest to us.
The Perfect Venue for Corporate Christmas Celebrations in Brighton
It’s time to ignite new traditions and shake up your Christmas with roaring flavour, fire-fueled energy, and a party to remember.
The Coal Shed’s private dining spaces in Brighton come alive at Christmas: sparkling trees, wreaths and twinkling lights set the stage.
Host clients or colleagues in the stylish Longhorn, or bring the whole team together in the Flamingo Social, each with dedicated service and fire-led menus that impress as much as they indulge. Add in our central Brighton location, coal-fired cooking and festive ambience, and you have one of the city’s best Christmas party venues.
Welcome to Christmas, reimagined with coal-fired magic, roaring flavour, and memories that will last long after the decorations come down.
Christmas Day Dinner in Brighton
The Coal Shed will open its doors on Christmas Day in style. Our chefs have created the ultimate four-course Christmas Feast, designed for gathering with family and friends.
At the Coal Shed, Christmas Day lunch is about gathering your loved ones, raising a glass, and making memories that will last long after the decorations come down. Our four-course Christmas Feast is all about indulgence without compromise. Be it an intimate dinner for two or a table filled with family or friends, we bring people together. Between luxurious starters, centrepieces with all the festive trimmings, decadent desserts, and the buzz of the dining room with the warmth of time spent with loved ones, you have a Christmas Day that feels every bit as special as it should.
Christmas Parties for Every Occasion
However you’re celebrating, and whoever you’re celebrating with, there’s a way to do it at The Coal Shed this Christmas.
Office Christmas parties: Bring the whole team together for a work Christmas do that actually feels like a treat. Fire-led sharing menus, dedicated event service, and festively decorated spaces built for groups make us a go-to office Christmas party venue in Brighton.
Client and Corporate Celebrations: Host clients or colleagues in the stylish surroundings of The Longhorn or Flamingo Social for a Christmas event that impresses.
Festive Reunions: Gather old friends for a Christmas catch up over sharing menus built for long, celebratory meals.
Family Christmas Dinners: Our Christmas Day Menu and festive set menus bring everyone together for a proper Christmas dinner in Brighton. No washing up, no clearing the table. Our festive feasting menus are available for groups of four or more and must be pre-ordered.
Christmas Eve Dinners: Kick the celebrations off early with a festive meal before the big day itself on 24th December.
New Year’s Eve: See out the year in style on New Year’s Eve with one last coal-fired celebration.
How to Book for Christmas
Christmas dates at The Coal Shed go fast, especially weekends and the run-up to the big day itself. Here’s how to secure yours:
- Get in touch: Click ‘Plan Your Party’ for groups of 10+. Let us know your preferred date, group size, and which festive menu catches your eye.
- Choose your space and menu: Our events team will match you to the right room, either The Longhorn, Flamingo Social, or Grand Dining space, and talk you through menu options, from our Festive Set Menu to the full Sharing Feast.
- Secure your date: A deposit confirms your booking. Once that’s in, all that’s left to do is turn up, eat, drink, and celebrate.
We strongly recommend enquiring early, as our most popular dates for Christmas parties and Christmas dinner in Brighton are typically booked out by early November.
How to Get Here
The Coal Shed sits inside Clarence House on North Street, right in the heart of Brighton, just a couple of minutes’ walk from the seafront and the Lanes, and easily reached on foot from Brighton station in 10 minutes. Nearest public car parks include NCP Church Street (3-minute walk) and Churchill Square (8-minute walk).
FAQs
How many people can you host for a Christmas party?
We have three private and semi-private spaces to suit different group sizes: The Longhorn (up to 16 guests), The Flamingo Social (up to 26 guests), and Grand Dining (up to 45 guests), making us one of the larger Christmas party venues in central Brighton.
Do you cater for office and corporate Christmas parties?
We regularly host corporate Christmas parties, work dos, and team celebrations, with dedicated service and fire-led menus designed for groups. Get in touch via ‘Plan Your Party’ and our events team will help you find the right space and menu.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Our Festive Vegetarian & Vegan Menu is available alongside our standard festive menus, and our team can accommodate allergies and other dietary requirements with advance notice when booking.
Is a deposit required to book a Christmas party or Christmas Day table?
A deposit is required to secure group bookings and Christmas Day tables. Our events team will confirm the amount and terms when you enquire. The earlier you book, the more availability you’ll have to choose from.
How far in advance should I book my Christmas party in Brighton?
December dates, particularly weekends and the two weeks before Christmas, book up quickly. We’d recommend enquiring from September/October onwards to guarantee your preferred date and space.
What is the minimum party size for the festive feasting menus?
Our festive feasting menus are available for groups of four guests or more and must be pre-ordered ahead of your visit.