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Rockwater

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Venue Type

Restaurants

City

Hove

Region

South East

Standing

200

theatre

150

dinner

100

bedrooms

About Venue

Located on Hove seafront overlooking the English Channel, Rockwater Hove is a contemporary lifestyle venue combining stylish dining spaces, rooftop entertaining and flexible private hire facilities in one of the South Coast's most desirable waterfront locations. With panoramic sea views, adaptable event spaces and a relaxed coastal atmosphere, the venue provides a unique setting for corporate events, networking receptions, private dining, product launches, summer parties and exclusive celebrations.

Designed to make the most of its beachfront position, Rockwater combines contemporary interiors with outdoor terraces, private bars and flexible layouts that can be tailored to a wide range of event styles. From intimate executive dinners and business meetings to large receptions and exclusive venue hire, the venue offers a distinctive alternative to traditional conference and hospitality venues.

Situated on Western Esplanade in Hove, just minutes from Brighton city centre, Rockwater benefits from excellent transport connections while offering guests uninterrupted sea views and a vibrant coastal setting.

Event Spaces

The Roof Terrace

The Roof Terrace is Rockwater's signature event space, offering spectacular panoramic sea views from a fully enclosed rooftop venue with a retractable roof and opening glass doors for warmer months. Complete with its own private bar and balcony, the space is ideal for corporate receptions, private dining, networking events, presentations and exclusive celebrations.

The Pub

The Pub provides a relaxed yet stylish event environment with direct access to the lawns and seafront promenade. Featuring its own private bar, retractable roof, lounge seating and entertainment facilities, it creates an informal setting for team socials, drinks receptions, private parties and corporate gatherings.

Exclusive Venue Hire

Rockwater can be hired exclusively, allowing guests to utilise both the Roof Terrace and The Pub alongside outdoor areas and hospitality spaces. The flexible layout enables organisers to create multi-zone events incorporating dining, networking, presentations and entertainment within a single waterfront venue.

Facilities and Services

Rockwater Hove offers contemporary event facilities including integrated audiovisual equipment, high-speed Wi-Fi, private bars, flexible furniture layouts and bespoke catering packages prepared by the in-house culinary team. The venue provides dedicated event planning support alongside entertainment options, production services and exclusive hire opportunities, with indoor and outdoor spaces that can be adapted for both corporate and social occasions.

Location and Access

Situated on Western Esplanade in Hove, the venue overlooks the beach and is approximately 10 minutes by taxi from Brighton city centre. Hove Station is around a 20-minute walk away, while Brighton Station is easily reached by local transport, providing direct rail services to London and the South East. The venue offers step-free access to principal event areas, with nearby public parking and supplier access available by prior arrangement with the events team.

Ideal For

Corporate Parties
Summer Parties
Networking Events
Private Dining
Product Launches
Team Building
Business Meetings
Drinks Receptions
Brand Activations
Exclusive Venue Hire

Key Features

Beachfront Location
Panoramic Sea Views
Retractable Roof Terrace
Private Bars
Flexible Event Spaces
Outdoor Terraces
Exclusive Hire Available
Contemporary Coastal Design
In-House Catering
Dedicated Events Team

Why Hire

Rockwater Hove combines spectacular seafront views with stylish contemporary event spaces to create one of the South Coast's most distinctive private hire venues. Its rooftop terrace, flexible hospitality spaces and relaxed coastal atmosphere make it an excellent choice for corporate entertaining, networking events and exclusive celebrations by the sea.