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The Actors

Google (701) 4.5
Tripadvisor (7) 4.4
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What reviewers say

Visitors frequently praise the Marlborough Pub for its friendly and inclusive atmosphere, with many highlighting the welcoming nature of the staff. However, some reviewers mention that the pub has become too expensive and can feel cliquey at times, with one negative experience with a female bar staff member noted.

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Address
4 Princes Street, Brighton BN2 1RD
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Phone
01273203267

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About this place The Actors

This pub at 4 Princes Street, close to the Royal Pavilion and Old Steine, was for decades the Marlborough, a gay and lesbian pub with a small fringe theatre upstairs. It now trades as The Actors. We could not confirm how strongly it still pitches itself to an LGBTQ crowd under the new name. Its Google rating is strong (4.5 from about 700 reviews). Kemptown's main gay strip on St James's Street is a few minutes' walk east. Check its current listings for shows and opening times before you go.

Features

Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) Lesbian / Women-focused LGBTQ+ Drag shows Cabaret Shows Comedy Shows Live music Go-Go Boys Casual Food served Safe space Community oriented Multilingual staff Mixed LGBTQ+ Cabaret / Show bar Pub Adult performances No dress code Live music

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4.5
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701 reviews

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Pink Diaz
Pink Diaz May 2026
★★★★★

Was there for a show sp can't comment on the bar but the staff were lovely.

Damian McCarthy
Damian McCarthy May 2026
★★★★★

Really good pub, slightly away from crazy main Brighton pubs. Good service. LGBTQ+ pub.

Alara C
Alara C May 2026
★★★★★
Orphic Sparks
Orphic Sparks May 2026
★★★★★

Absolutely wonderful pub where all good hearted people are welcome. Thank you to the lovely staff here for looking after us

Ben Corbett
Ben Corbett May 2026
★★★★★

Very friendly and fun atmosphere

Jamie Trott
Jamie Trott May 2026
★★★★★
Morgan
Morgan May 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 1 November 2026

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