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The Bedford Tavern

Cosy LGBTQ+ pub with cabaret, karaoke, musical bingo and hearty Sunday roasts

Brighton, UK

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Brighton

About The Bedford Tavern

The Bedford Tavern is a cosy LGBTQ+ pub on Western Street, close to the boundary between Brighton and Hove. With wooden beams, traditional snugs and a friendly local crowd, it offers a relaxed alternative to the larger venues around Kemptown. Entertainment is a major part of the pub’s weekly programme. Regular events include Friday karaoke, Saturday cabaret and Bonkers Musical Bingo on Sunday evenings, often featuring local drag performers and guest entertainers. The Bedford is also known for its home-cooked Sunday roasts, which attract both regulars and visitors. The atmosphere is generally conversational during quieter periods before becoming livelier during weekend shows and themed events.

What to expect

A traditional and intimate LGBTQ+ pub with friendly staff, local regulars and close-up entertainment. Expect a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere, becoming busier during karaoke, cabaret, musical bingo and Sunday lunch.

Vibes

pub cabaret drag karaoke musical bingo Sunday roast pub food community pub Brighton Hove

Good to know

Practical tips before you visit

Regular Friday entertainment normally includes karaoke

Saturday evenings normally feature cabaret

Bonkers Musical Bingo normally takes place on Sunday at 6pm

Sunday roasts are popular and advance booking is recommended

The venue attracts a mixed LGBTQ+ and local crowd

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Address

30 Western Street, Brighton, BN1 2PG, United Kingdom

Phone

01273 739495

Opening hours

Open now

Closes at 23:00

Monday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 1:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

Location

30 Western Street, Brighton, BN1 2PG, United Kingdom

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Marcus Saunders

5 months ago

Amazing Sunday roasts! We always come here and it’s always the same, welcoming and great value for money! Adam and his team always make us feel so welcome! I encourage anyone to come here and support this amazing back street boozer! ❤️

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Matt Smith

6 months ago

The most delicious roast we’ve had in a very long time. Lovely venue and dog friendly. Excellent value for money. We’ll be back very soon…

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Scott Shaw

2 months ago

Popped in here a couple times just for a drink but booked a Sunday roast and was absolutely banging. Service was great and very welcoming atmosphere. Deffo will be back! Didn’t get the name of the guy with the dark hair and beard behind the bar but he was absolutely lovely and helpful.

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Kathy Caton

5 months ago

The most wonderful back street boozer, just had a superb roast and Adam is the epitome of what a landlord should be. Love this gaff!!

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Ben Smith

2 months ago

I love this pub. The bonkers musical drag bingo is a Sunday evening institution and incredible fun. The Sunday roast beforehand is delicious, best to make a reservation and ask to be in the front bar. That way you have a table for the show. Adam, Anna and all the rest of the team are wonderfully welcoming.

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