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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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![Trading Hall at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTrading Hall
300 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCClaire W.
“The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.” -
![Full Venue Hire at The Cocktail Club Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
220 guestsThe Cocktail Club ReadingReading Town CentreWe deliver the party of all parties. Join us for a cocktail masterclass or grab a stool and a Porn Star Martini. Our bartenders raise the roof every night. -
![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
#Supervenue
AAlana R.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
![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.
“Bar and food service was excellent and staff communicated fantastically throughout.” -
![The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Reading Room Restaurant
105 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
#Supervenue
YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![The BIG Boom Brunch at Boom Battle Bar Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe BIG Boom Brunch
60 guestsBoom Battle Bar ReadingReading Town CentreThe 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. -
![Downstairs Bar at The Cocktail Club Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £100
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDownstairs Bar
100 guestsThe Cocktail Club ReadingReading Town CentreFind us in the centre of town smashing out cocktails for every occasion and promise to bring you the party of all parties. Why not join them for a cocktail masterclass? -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
160 guestsBe At One ReadingReading Town Centre
#Supervenue
MMichelle S.
“Great communication prior to event. Mum’s 50th Birthday. Friendly staff, great venue, great drinks.” -
![OXBO Restaurant at Hilton Reading in Reading]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOXBO Restaurant
200 guestsHilton ReadingReadingThere’s also a dedicated bar area, so it works especially well for events built around drinks—cocktails, wine, and a solid range of premium options. -
![Full Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
300 guestsBoom Battle Bar ReadingReading Town CentreOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration. -
![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, -
![Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDrinks Area
20 guestsThe Cocktail Club ReadingReading Town CentreWhy not join them for a cocktail masterclass? Or pull up a stool, sipping a Porn Star Martini, while their infamous bartenders raise the roof. Set over two rooms, there's space to sing, dance and do the splits (if that's
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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 June 2026:
| From £500 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £22 | to £45 | per person |
| From £24 | to £300 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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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: ‘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 - 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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 140 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1542 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: Serving all of your S&L faves from Cocktail Masterclasses to Bottomless brunches! Our first floor bar is available for all occasions, including our fabulous terrace area for catching those rays! -
Trading Hall at Market House
on 1 Market Place - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.’ -
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.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 150 and 200 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 140 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 300 guests |
| Lounge | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
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