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Dry January: 10 things to do in Brighton

28 Dec, 2025
Discover Brighton January Things To Do in Brighton (2026)

10 Dry January Things To Do in Brighton (2026 Edition)

From luxurious mocktails to artisan hot chocolates, here are ten brilliant Dry January ideas to keep your social life thriving with zero hangovers.

 

Clementine & Co

 

1. Sip Elevated Mocktails at Clementine & Co. This stylish Duke Street cocktail bar takes alcohol-free seriously, offering beautifully crafted zero-percent serves made with premium spirits. 

16 Duke Street Brighton BN1 1AH 

www.clementineandco.co.uk

 

Dry January Brighton KooksKooks

 

2. Afternoon Tea @ Kooks. Enjoy an alcohol free afternoon tea at this delightful establishment in the North Laine. Who doesn’t love scones with jam and cream? 

56 Gardner Street Brighton BN1 1UN 

www.kooksrestaurant.com

 

 

Dry January Brighton The Rook TaproomThe Rook Taproom

 

3. Go Pub-Style Without the Booze at The Rook Taproom. Known for stocking low- and no-alcohol beers, this Dean Street gem offers the classic cosy pub feel without a high ABV.

38 Dean Street Brighton BN1 3EG 

www.therook.pub

 

 

Dry January Brighton The Roundhill PubThe Roundhill Pub

 

4. Try Zero-Percent Beers at The Roundhill Pub. A community favourite with vegan comfort food and a relaxed atmosphere, often praised for its mocktails and low-alcohol beer options.

100 Ditchling Road Brighton BN1 4SG 

www.theroundhill.co.uk

 

 

Dry January Brighton Bar 50mlBar 50ml

 

5. Head to Bar 50ml for a “Designated Driver” Menu. This elegant bar offers thoughtful alcohol-free cocktails using Lyre’s and other premium zero-percent spirits. 

10 St George’s Place Brighton BN1 4GB 

www.bar50ml.com

 

 

Dry January Brighton ApiaryApiary

 

6. Enjoy Low-Alcohol Options at Apiary. A refined restaurant and honey cocktail bar with beautifully balanced non-alcoholic serves.  

50 Norfolk Sq Hove BN1 2PA 

www.apiary.co.uk

 

Dry January Brighton The Chilli PickleThe Chilli Pickle

 

7. Spice Up the Night at The Chilli Pickle. Pair Indian small plates with non-alcoholic sodas, mocktails and 0% beers. 

6-8 Meeting House Lane BN1 1HB 

www.thechillipickle.com

 

 

10 Dry January Things To Do in Brighton (2026 Edition)Knoops

 

8. Indulge in Hot Chocolate Heaven at Knoops. Choose your cacao percentage and settle in for a luxe, artisan hot chocolate. 

42 Market Street Brighton 

www.knoops.com

 

 

Rare ThingRare Thing

 

9. Enjoy a Jewellery Workshop at Rare Thing. Make your own unique Jewellery under the watchful and expert eye of Natty at Rare Thing. Many workshops availabe! 

www.earthing.co.uk

 

 

Dry January Brighton starlingsStarlings at Palace Pier

 

10. Watch the starlings from the seafront. Brighton’s stunning murmurations of starlings take centre stage on the seafront until March every year and always draw a crowd from the pebbles between the two piers.  

 

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