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Address, contact details and practical information for Brighton-Hearing Centre in Brighton.
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National Contact Centre for Civil & Family Court - Monday to Friday 8:30am -5pm
DX: 98070 Brighton 3
Digital process for case numbers starting with C5
Check the entrance and address against your appointment or hearing notice. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Open a larger mapFor an in-person hearing at Brighton-Hearing Centre, start with the address and time on your hearing notice. Plan the journey to BN2 0JD and allow extra time for the security checks at the entrance.
Family hearings can involve sensitive personal information. The judge decides who may attend, and different rules can apply to different hearings. Check arrangements for a supporter, children or a separate waiting area with the court in advance.
Bring your hearing notice, case reference and the documents you have been asked to provide. Keep important papers organised so you can find them during the hearing. Check the court’s security rules before packing food, drinks or other items, and put your phone on silent before entering a hearing room.
The court lists disabled access, hearing loop, lift, public toilets among its facilities. The descriptions below explain what is available. If you need an adjustment, contact the court beforehand so staff can discuss the arrangements for your visit.
Follow the signs to security, then find reception or an usher. Give your case reference if asked and check the courtroom or waiting area. If you do not understand a practical instruction, ask staff to explain it. Tell the usher if you need a break, assistance or cannot hear what is being said.
Check before bringing a supporter or child. Public access and permission for supporters depend on the type of hearing and any order made by the judge. A person accompanying you is not automatically allowed to speak for you.
Contact the court using the number for your type of case and tell your legal representative as soon as possible. Explain the problem and follow the court’s instructions. Do not assume that sending a message changes the hearing date.
Use the venue on your current hearing notice. Buildings can handle different types of work, and a listing on this directory does not confirm where an individual case will be heard. Telephone and video hearings have separate joining instructions.
General preparation guidance; the court’s instructions for your hearing take priority. Read the attending-court guide and official sources.
Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
There is no public counter in this building. For urgent matters only there is a counter service by prior appointment at Brighton County Court (William Street, Brighton BN2 0RF
Building and counter opening times may differ from your hearing time. Follow the time and venue on your hearing notice.
Use the postcode BN2 0JD to plan your journey, then check the building name and entrance against your court letter.
Directions open in Google Maps. Check live services, parking charges and accessibility with the transport operator. Allow time for court security.
For disabled access please call 0300 123 5577
Assistance dogs are welcome
Hardwired loop hearing facilities are available in Hearing Room 2
For safety and security, all customers and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter this building. We have a security arch. Please alert the security officer if you have a pacemaker.
Lifts are available in this building to access all public floors
Public toilets are available on all public floors
An accessible toilet is available and located on the second floor
A chilled water dispenser is available in each waiting area.
Interview rooms are available on the first, second and third floors. This building has public waiting areas outside all hearing rooms
A childrens room is available at this Court.
Baby changing facilities are available in the public toilets (male and female) on the first floor
Court hearing room video conferencing facilities available (by prior arrangement)
WiFi is available in all areas of the building. Please see WiFi notices in the waiting areas for details.
Lanyards available on request.
Contact the court before your visit if you need an adjustment, interpretation or other support. A listed facility does not confirm it is available for your particular hearing.
Use your hearing notice to confirm which court is dealing with your case.
Solicitor office
BRIGHTON · BN2 0JB · 0.0 miles away
Children · Family / Matrimonial · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Criminal · Probate and Estate Administration · Litigation - Other
Solicitor office
BRIGHTON · BN2 1RA · 0.0 miles away
Property - Commercial · Employment · Litigation - Other · Personal Injury · Children · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Probate and Estate Administration · Property - Residential · Family / Matrimonial
Solicitor office
Brighton · BN2 0AT · 0.1 miles away
Financial Advice and Services (Regulated by SRA) · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Family / Matrimonial · Probate and Estate Administration · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed Companies · Litigation - Other · Employment · Planning · Children · Property - Commercial · Personal Injury · Property - Residential
Solicitor office
Brighton · BN1 1EJ · 0.1 miles away
Family / Matrimonial · Children
Solicitor office
BRIGHTON · BN1 1EJ · 0.1 miles away
Personal Injury · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Immigration · Property - Residential · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Probate and Estate Administration · Property - Commercial · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Litigation - Other
Solicitor office
Brighton · BN1 1UB · 0.1 miles away
Family / Matrimonial · Property - Commercial · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Property - Residential · Probate and Estate Administration · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Litigation - Other
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN1 1NH · 0.2 miles away
Community Care · Debt · Education · Housing · Immigration
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN1 1JE · 0.3 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN1 4GB · 0.3 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Distances are straight-line distances from the listed court coordinates, within 30 km. Listings are not recommendations. Ask each provider about your case, funding and availability.