Spring is almost here and with the start of a new season, we are excited to announce the re-opening of our café-bar with its new, mouth-watering menu. If you are in search for a relaxing spot to grab a coffee, do some reading or have a delightful lunch, the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts café-bar is the answer. 

In between the University of Sussex library and the Sports Centre, our cafe-bar is placed perfectly for those who need a break. Accessible for all and nestled near the South Downs, the cafe-bar is furnished with original Basil Spence furniture and many lush green plants. Even on the bleakest of days, this venue allows for natural light which motivates you to keep reading, studying or simply relaxing.  It’s a place that is as much for families as for students - we also welcome well behaved canine friends. 

The menu includes sandwich options with rustic sun-grain or white sourdough breads, charcuterie, cheeseboards, seafood platters and a vegetarian platter option. We are also vegan friendly with plenty of things to choose from. We are now open from 10am, Monday to Friday and our breakfast menu includes morning pastries and a selection of homemade cakes. For this season, we are also offering the delicious leek and potato soup for just £3.50 which comes with two slices of patisserie bread and butter – perfect for this unusually cold March! For drinks, they range from soft drinks including a refreshing elderflower cordial, to revitalising coffees and a selection of white or dark chocolates with oat, almond and soya milk options. And for alcoholic beverages, the selection of wines and cocktails on offer allow for the ideal afternoon or pre-show treat. The cafe-bar is open 10am-6pm week days and in conjunction with our artistic programme.