Christmas Restaurants for Hire in Reading

Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average £38 per person. 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:

You'll find Christmas restaurants 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 (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’
• Christmas Party at Boom Battle Bar Reading on 12-14 Station Road - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The best bottomless brunch in Reading, this brunch delivers vibes for days. 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, we’re talking cocktails, fizz and draft beer & cider, a street food feast and live entertainment.
• M6-M7 at Novotel Reading Centre on 25 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Perfectly suited to business and leisure stays, Novotel Reading Centre is a four-star hotel and conference venue in the heart of Reading. Just a two-minute walk from Reading Station, the hotel offers easy access to Thames...

Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Reading, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Private Dining Room 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant, rated 5/5 - dining room for 24 guests
  Venue said: It’s got the same elegance and it seats up to 32 comfortably and works well for everything from business lunches to celebratory dinners.

• Library at Calico Bar & Eatery, rated 5/5 - lounge for 50 guests
  Venue said: It can also be transformed into a private party space. Buffet food options are available. Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi, plug sockets for charging devices, and comfortable seats.

• The Library at The Roseate Reading, rated 4.3/5 - dining room for 30 guests
  Venue said: Accessible to all guests is the Aheli Spa, the gym and Roasted by Roseate, the in house patisserie & boulangerie. The newly launched Reading Room Restaurant & Bar also offers stylish and contemporary décor with warm mood...

Cheap Christmas restaurants in Reading start from £15 per person or £20 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Private Dining Room 1 at Bill's Reading Restaurant, from £16 per person (up to 32 guests seated)
  Venue said: With space for 24 seated guests, it still has all the personality of the main restaurant but with that added privacy.

• Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading, from £24 hire fee per event (up to 87 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Downstairs at The Coconut Tree Reading has a capacity of 140 guests. It's a go-to choice for larger parties, corporate receptions, and more!

• First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 102 guests seated)
  Venue said: Located 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,

It’s advisable to book early, as Christmas venues in Reading are in high demand during the festive season. To secure the best spot for your celebration, aim to make your reservation at least 2-3 months in advance.