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Top Birthday Party Venues in Reading
Explore fantastic birthday party venues for hire in Reading! Whether you’re looking for a cosy pub, a stylish restaurant, or a unique event space, you’ll discover a range of venues to suit your needs. Explore the city’s trendy bars and upscale restaurants in the city centre or browse listings of family-friendly spots along the River Thames on Tagvenue. Find a birthday party venue tailored to your celebration. Don’t wait and start your search today!
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![Basement Bar at Be At One Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60 guestsBe At One ReadingReading Town Centre
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AAlana R.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
![Havana Bar & Roof Terrace at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Roof Terrace
150 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReading Town CentreVVaughan L.
“The little bit of food we got to eat during our short event was tasty, pity most of it was left behind” -
![Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRooftop terrace & Bar
100 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCClaire W.
“The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.” -
![Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading Town Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFirefly Cellar Bar
150 guestsThe Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar BarReading Town CentreHHolly L.
“Thanks for helping us host this special event, would 100% recommend and use again in future.” -
![Entire Venue at The Jazz Café in Reading]()
from £125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsThe Jazz CaféReadingThe Jazz Café is an ideal venue for any occasion worth celebrating, be it a birthday, anniversary, or simply a desire to have a memorable party. We offer a range of services and amenities to ensure your event is a success. -
![Cinema at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £29.95
per personCheck availabilityCinema
30 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
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YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![Private Dining Room 1 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1
32 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReading Town CentrePrivate Dining Room 1 is our more intimate upstairs room, ideal for smaller gatherings — think birthday lunches, team dinners or family celebrations. -
![First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street in Reading Town Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Bar
150 guestsSlug & Lettuce Reading, Friar StreetReading Town CentreLocated in the city of Reading in the heart of its party district, Slug and Lettuce Reading is a contemporary and decadent bar and restaurant which prides itself on offering its guest some amazing drinks, even better food, -
![Whole Venue at Slug & Lettuce, Reading Riverside in Reading Town Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
223 guestsSlug & Lettuce, Reading RiversideReading Town CentreSlug and Lettuce Riverside Reading offers private party room hire for birthdays, baby showers, office parties, and more. Book pre-set areas or the full private room for your next event. -
![The Mal at Malmaison Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mal
100 guestsMalmaison ReadingReading Town CentreOur largest and most eclectic space, The Mal is perfect for larger events such as networking evenings, private celebrations, or business presentations. -
![The Beer Hall at BrewDog Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beer Hall
100 guestsBrewDog ReadingReading Town CentreKitted out with everything you’d need for the ultimate post-work drinks, team events, friendly get-together or beyond epic party, BrewDog Reading is the perfect venue for your next event. -
![Eden at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £400
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEden
60 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
#Supervenue
The newly launched Reading Room Restaurant & Bar also offers stylish and contemporary décor with warm mood lighting. For private meetings and events, the Roseate Reading offers three private rooms, accommodating up to 50
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FAQs about Top Birthday Party Venues in Reading
Booking costs of birthday party venues average £1200 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Reading, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £40 | per person |
| From £24 | to £250 | hire fee per event |
You'll find birthday party venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Reading, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
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First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street
on 7 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: As the night roll in the lights go down and they transform into one of the best clubs in the area, this is the perfect place to dance the night away. Our fabulous first floor bar is available for up to 150 guests, or up to... -
Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House
on 1-2 market place - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘I can not recommend Market House enough!’ -
Cinema at The Roseate Reading
on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’
Yes, there are plenty of cheap and excellent birthday venues in Reading. If you're celebrating on a budget, consider venues with a minimum spend—this flexible option lets you enjoy a stylish event space without a hefty upfront hire fee. Popular choices like the First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading and Basement Bar at Be At One Reading can be hired for a minimum spend of just £250. It’s the perfect way to balance style and affordability.
- Vintage Tea Party – Enjoy a relaxed and elegant gathering, with vintage crockery, floral decor, and afternoon tea served at one of Reading’s quaint dining rooms or cafes.
- Masquerade Ball – Add a touch of glamour to your party with masks, fancy attire, and an air of mystery.
- Hollywood Glam – Roll out the red carpet and make your guests feel like stars with a Hollywood-themed party. Go glitz, glamour, and plenty of photo ops!
- Retro Party – Celebrate with throwback tunes, neon lights, and fun costumes from your favourite decade.
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