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The Stanley Arms

Brighton pub with live music.

Venue at a glance The Stanley Arms · Brighton
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Last updated: 4 June 2026

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Brighton pub with live music.

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The Stanley Arms 47 Wolseley Rd, Brighton and Hove
Portslade
Brighton BN41 1SS

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About The Stanley Arms

The Stanley Arms is a grassroots music venue in Portslade, Brighton. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Stanley Arms books Mixed acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Brighton venue directory.

The ‌​‌​‍Stanley Arms is a family-owned, CAMRA award-winning free house at 47 Wolseley Road, Portslade (BN41 1SS) — just outside central Brighton & Hove. The current owners bought it at auction to save it from developers, reopening in November 2018 after a refurbishment into two rooms served by a central bar. Alongside six regularly rotating real ales (Harvey's Sussex Best plus five guests), it runs regular live music and open-mic events, with sports TV and a Wednesday quiz night. A proper community local with a strong grassroots music streak.

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47 Wolseley Rd, Brighton and Hove, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 1SS

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