De La Warr Pavilion is a prominent cultural centre and one of the United Kingdom’s most important Modernist public buildings. Designed by Erich Mendelsohn and Serge Chermayeff, its curved façades, extensive glazing and spiral staircase are distinctive examples of the International Style. The Grade I listed landmark was also Britain’s first public building constructed with a welded steel frame. Its main auditorium can accommodate up to 1,000 visitors in a theatre-style layout, with configurations adapted for concerts, comedy, performances and other events.
Arranged across two levels, the auditorium features a generous stage, professional lighting and sound facilities, and a distinctive dimpled acoustic ceiling. Flexible layouts can create a more intimate atmosphere for smaller programmes or provide greater capacity for popular appearances. Visitor facilities include a bar, toilets, lift access, accessible auditorium spaces and the Café Bar & Kitchen overlooking the sea, while galleries and shared areas add to the wider cultural experience.
The venue is located at Marina, Bexhill On Sea, United Kingdom, directly beside the seafront promenade. A paid Rother District Council car park is situated immediately outside the building, with additional metered parking available along the seafront. The Wave 99 bus stops directly outside the Pavilion, leaving only a few steps between the stop and the entrance. Wider transport options for reaching and exploring Bexhill-on-Sea are outlined further down the page.