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About The Hope & Ruin
Welcome to The Hope & Ruin, a storied Brighton pub with an upstairs grassroots music room that has hosted thousands of memorable nights. Known historically as Lift in its earlier days, this intimate venue continues to attract notable artists and buzzing crowds, including recent events from The Great Escape 2026. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit, from seating options to nearby places to stay and eat.
Whether you’re catching a show with friends or planning a post-gig meal, The Hope & Ruin is your go-to spot for authentic Brighton nightlife. We’ll guide you to parking, transit options, accessibility notes, and trusted nearby hotels and eateries so you can focus on the music. Remember, seating is not fixed, chairs can be arranged on request, and viewing may be limited at busier shows—so arrive early to soak in the atmosphere.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 150 (upstairs grassroots music venue; the pub hosts gigs most nights).
- Address: 11-12 Queens Road, Brighton, BN1 3WA, United Kingdom.
- Venue type: Pub with an upstairs live music room; historically called Lift in its earlier days.
- Seating: No fixed seating chart; chairs can be provided on request; accessible viewing may be limited at busy shows.
- Parking/Transit: No on-site parking; nearest disabled space on Church Street opposite the venue; bus stops on North Street; Brighton Station about a 10-minute walk (step-free routes noted on accessible guide).
- Nearby hotels: The Grand Brighton (97-99 Kings Road), Queens Hotel (1-3 Kings Road), Royal Albion Hotel (Old Steine).
- Notable events hosted: The Great Escape 2026; past gigs by Adele, Dua Lipa, The Strokes, Michael Kiwanuka, etc.; venue has a long history dating back to its Lift days.