Attenborough Café is open Monday–Friday, 10am–4pm during University of Sussex term times.

Outside of term time and on weekends, the café bar opens only during public events, with service starting one hour before the advertised event time. Please refer to the What’s On section for details

Our café offers a simple, comforting selection of tea, coffee, toasties, cakes, snacks, and our popular Argentinian empanadas provide by Malo. You’ll also find soft drinks, wine, beer, and cocktails available.

Visitors can relax on the lawn or outdoor seating, or settle inside the bright, airy café with full‑length windows and natural light—an easy, welcoming spot to unwind.

Plan your journey, with help from information in the Visit Us section of our website.

Outside of University of Sussex term times, and at weekends, the cafe bar is usually closed. It will open alongside any public events advertised, bar service will be from one hour before advertised event start times.

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