Is it legal to have a beach party? (UK)?

Question

To celebrate a-level results me and my mates want to go to brighton beach and party and get pissed etc.

Is this legal still?

Answer 1

I think it's illegal to drink in public and if you're in gangs I think it's considered 'loitering' which is also a problem....If the beach is remote and won't affect other people it might be worth the risk though.

Answer 2

Well done with the A levels.

But sad to say you probable can't have a party on the beach.

The miserable b*********ds won't even let you have a Barbie on the beach now.

Pssst creep along to Hove! Less old Bill there.

Answer 3

Hmm don't think so. Also, not a good idea to get drunk by the sea. While I'm all for drinking and getting smashed, I wouldn't want anyone to drown because they think it would be a good idea to go for a swim at midnight.

Answer 4

yup, england has laws stating that you cannot drink alcohol, or be drunk, in public places....or in private residences without permission of the owner.  

Answer 5

My aunt who lives in Yorkshire had one at South Shields in Newcastle last year for her daughters 18th birthday and the cops didn't seem to care!

Answer 6

Brighton is awash with drugs, all sorts really so why not leave the booze alone? xx

Answer 7

nah u cant drink on the beach (n) :( x

Answer 8

some places you cant drink in public places, but you can always try, if they dont like it, they will ask you to stop, i know that if you make excess noise after 11pm, then its against the law, when i went to brighton, i saw lots of pissed people on the beach, so maybe they are more relaxed there, enjoy yourself but keep it legal

Answer 9

Can you not celebrate your achievement without getting "pissed"

Answer 10

Drinking's not permitted anywhere in public in Brighton. Plus, given the way the summer's going, the chances are you'll get soaked while celebrating. Wouldn't you be better off trying to book a room in a local pub (providing everyone's over 18 and can prove it) or having a small house party? Either way, best of luck and don't forget you'll have plenty of chance to get rat-arsed while at university!

Answer 11

Depends if Brighton have local bye laws about drinking in a public place. If they do, then you can't.