Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Reading

Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Reading

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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Reading

Reading isn’t just about the legendary music festival, it’s also a brilliant place to sip cocktails and celebrate in style. The city’s cocktail party venues will wow your crowd, from riverside bars at the Oracle to trendy lounges along Friar Street. Picture espresso martinis before a night out, mojitos by the Kennet, or champagne cocktails to mark a milestone with friends or colleagues. This town knows how to mix a good drink with the right atmosphere. Find the perfect spot to raise your glass today.


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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Reading’s Bars

Bar Area
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
Bar Area
125
200
Calico Bar & Eatery
(1)
Reading Town Centre
Restaurant
Private space
This stylish bar is available for exclusive hire. It includes full use of the main bar area along with the Library Lounge and the Basement Bar. The venue can fit up to 200 guests.
Raised Bar Area
from £500
minimum spend / per day
Raised Bar Area
30
35
Zerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and Restaurant
(5)
Reading Town Centre
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
The Raised Bar Area is a space used for smaller celebrations, networking events, after-work drinks, birthday gatherings, and social occasions for up to 30 guests.
The Atrium Bar
from £7
per person / per morning
The Atrium Bar
90
350
voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG
Reading
Hotel
Shared space
If you just want a drink or something lighter, there’s also the The Atrium Bar or the terrace for small plates. The focus is on solid, well-made food using local ingredients.
Mezzanine
from £750
minimum spend / per evening
Mezzanine
50
60
Market House
(9)
Reading Town Centre
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
Be it a roof terrace bar or an old bank vault, we really can provide the perfect setting for your next event, function or meeting. With 23 uniquely and individually decorated hotel rooms, we are a hotel unlike any other.
Whole Venue
from £2500
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
208
538
Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street
Reading Town Centre
Bar
Whole venue
Slug & Lettuce Friar Street is a cool and contemporary bar, which has undergone a huge refurbishment with the most Instagrammable decor you can imagine!
Cocktail Masterclass
from £38
per person / per session
Cocktail Masterclass
50
50
Boom Battle Bar Reading
Reading Town Centre
Bar
Shared space
All you need is a minimum of 6 eager cocktail makers and then you can leave the rest to us. Great vibes guaranteed.
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Drink and Dine at Reading’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants

The Reading Room Restaurant
from £3000
minimum spend / per day
The Reading Room Restaurant
100
120
The Roseate Reading
(21)
Reading Town Centre
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Semi-private area
Available for exclusive hire for up to 85 guests, The Reading Room Restaurant is the perfect space for private meetings and events.
Private Dining Room 1
from £16
per person / per session
Private Dining Room 1
32
32
Bill's Reading Restaurant
Reading Town Centre
Restaurant
Private space
With space for 24 seated guests, it still has all the personality of the main restaurant but with that added privacy.
Downstairs Area
from £24
hire fee / per session
Downstairs Area
87
140
The Coconut Tree Reading
Reading Town Centre
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
The closest bus stop is Kings Road (Stop MF). The restaurant features two spaces available for rent: the upstairs and the downstairs. Both are fit for larger parties, receptions, and more!
Basement Lounge
from £300
minimum spend / per session
Basement Lounge
25
40
Calico Bar & Eatery
(1)
Reading Town Centre
Restaurant
Private space
The Basement Bar offers a private and stylish setting for intimate celebrations. It is located beneath Calico Bar & Eatery. This is an exclusive space with its own bar and comfortable lounge seating.
Upstairs Semi-Private Area
from £100
hire fee / per session
Upstairs Semi-Private Area
90
Côte Reading
Reading Town Centre
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Enjoy delicious menus expertly curated by our Executive Chef, exceptional wines and cocktails, and limited-time promotions. Each experience promises warm and welcoming service, the freshest ingredients, and a taste of France
Le Café Resturant
from £22
per person / per morning
Le Café Resturant
300
300
voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG
Reading
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Le Café is a brasserie-style spot that’s easy to drop into at any time of day. You can come in for a proper breakfast, or just grab something simple and filling later on.
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Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Reading

FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Reading

Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £1000 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 August 2026:

Prices of cocktail party venues in Reading
From £500 to £1542 minimum spend per event
From £22 to £45 per person
From £24 to £400 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:

  • Entire Venue at The Jazz Café in Reading - rated 5/5
    Venue said: When you book with us, you will have exclusive access to the venue for the agreed duration, allowing you to fully enjoy your special occasion. Our well-stocked bar, complete with professional bartenders, will cater to your...

  • Trading Hall at Market House in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening.’

  • Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading Town Centre - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘The venue itself was gorgeous and the perfect space for everyone of all ages.’

You'll find cocktail 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 (August 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 60 and 150 guests prices average £750 minimum spend per event
Large over 160 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event

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

  • Music Room at O'Neill's Reading on 4 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Venue said: Flexible room layouts can be adjusted to different event formats. Food and drink packages are available, with options ranging from buffet menus to sit-down dining.
  • Trading Hall at Market House on 1 Market Place - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening.’
  • The Library at The Roseate Reading on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Dining Room prices average £5000 minimum spend per event typically between 25 and 120 guests
Bar prices average £1000 minimum spend per event typically between 150 and 300 guests
Event Space prices average £1000 minimum spend per event typically between 20 and 300 guests
Lounge prices average £300 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 70 guests
Pub prices average £2500 minimum spend per event typically between 150 and 225 guests

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