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Address, contact details and practical information for Brighton Magistrates' Court in Brighton.
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Magistrates' Court Enquiries - Courts and Tribunals Service Centre -Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm. Saturday 8am to 2pm
Single Justice Service Centre - If your query relates to a Single Justice Procedure Case – Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Magistrates’ Court Enquiries - Courts and Tribunals Service Centre
Single Justice Service Centre - if your query relates to a Single Justice Procedure Case
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 Magistrates' Court, start with the address and time on your hearing notice. Plan the journey to BN2 0LG and allow extra time for the security checks at the entrance.
Magistrates’ courts often list several matters in a session. After security, ask the usher where to wait and tell your representative that you have arrived. Stay close enough to hear when your case is called, and ask before leaving the waiting area.
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 hearing loop, public toilets, disabled access, disabled toilet 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 8:45am to 5pm. Saturday and Bank holiday open from 8:30am until court finishes.
Building and counter opening times may differ from your hearing time. Follow the time and venue on your hearing notice.
Use the postcode BN2 0LG 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.
Paid street parking for restricted hours is available. This court is on several bus routes which are 5 minutes’ walk away. Blue badge parking is available on John Street.
Assistance dogs are welcome
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Vending (hot, cold and snacks) machines available and access to free drinking water fountains available in public toilets.
Public toilets available on all floors.
Gov WiFi is available in all areas of the building.
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Access is on John Street via ramp with an incline to the building. Access is restricted in this building. Please ring to discuss your needs with a member of staff
Accessible toilet located on the first floor, with radar key access.
Interview rooms available on all floors in this building.
Prayer room available upon request, please ask a member of staff.
Court hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)
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 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 · BN2 0JB · 0.1 miles away
Children · Family / Matrimonial · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Criminal · Probate and Estate Administration · Litigation - Other
Solicitor office
BRIGHTON · BN2 1RA · 0.1 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 0JG · 0.1 miles away
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
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN1 1NH · 0.3 miles away
Community Care · Debt · Education · Housing · Immigration
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN1 4GB · 0.3 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Legal-aid provider
Brighton · BN2 9NA · 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.