The Zone Bars & Clubs in Brighton – GayOut Guide
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The Zone

Google (198) 4.4
Tripadvisor (45) 4.1
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Visitors frequently praise The Zone for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with many highlighting the fun entertainment like karaoke and drag shows, and the good value drinks. However, one reviewer reported experiencing discrimination and being turned away on Christmas Day despite the bar remaining open later.

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22 Saint James's Street, Brighton
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Phone
+441273624462
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About this place The Zone

The Zone is a contemporary gay bar located on Saint James's Street, at the heart of Brighton's established LGBTQ+ scene. The venue welcomes visitors with a cool, modern atmosphere designed for a good night out with friends and fellow travellers. With live entertainment happening every weekend, it's a spot where you can expect an energetic, social vibe throughout the week and into the weekend. Brighton's St James's Street is known as one of the UK's most vibrant gay quarters, packed with bars, clubs, and venues catering to the LGBTQ+ community. The Zone fits naturally into this lively neighbourhood, offering the kind of inclusive, party-focused environment that draws both locals and visitors to the area. Whether you're looking for a casual drink, live performances, or a night out with a real atmosphere, this is the kind of venue that makes Brighton's gay scene what it is. The bar's friendly approach makes it accessible whether you're a first-time visitor to Brighton or a regular returning to familiar haunts. Like many venues in this category across the city, you can expect a welcoming environment where LGBTQ+ travellers feel at home. It's worth checking ahead for specific event schedules and details, but weekend entertainment is a reliable draw for anyone wanting to experience the social energy this part of Brighton is known for.

Opening Hours

Open Now · closes 23:00
Monday 11:00-23:00
Tuesday 11:00-23:00
Wednesday 11:00-23:00
Thursday 11:00-23:00
Friday 11:00-23:00
Saturday 10:00-00:30
Sunday 10:00-00:30

Features

Gay Lesbian / Women-focused LGBTQ+ Karaoke Drag shows Cabaret Shows Live music Casual Safe space Walk-ins welcome

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198 reviews

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David Edinburgh
David Edinburgh May 2026
Graham Titley
Graham Titley Apr 2026
Steve Martin
Steve Martin Mar 2026

I started to visit the zone about a year a go and from the first visit my friend and myself felt very welcome by the staff and management also we made friends very quickly with the other customers who was also very inviting all this on our first visit as for entertainment that's first class and is a mixture of Drag acts and singers plus regular karaoke which we both enjoy. We would highly recommend the zone to anyone who is looking for a good night out with a great atmosphere. I'd also like to ad that the zone welcomes all not just the LGBT Community as I myself am Heterosexual.

David Budd
David Budd Mar 2026

Lovely bar so friendly

stuart mccluskey
stuart mccluskey Feb 2026

A small but buzzing cabaret bar with karaoke nights..drag,guest singers & bingo even! Nice crowd, Great staff and wide range of spirits..the shots ain't bad either!

Donna St Ives
Donna St Ives Jan 2026

Don’t do it folks

Thomas
Thomas Jan 2026

Very nice place and nice priced drinks

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Last updated on 3 August 2026

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