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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Reading
Reading may be famous for its biscuit legacy, but it’s also a cracking place to host a drinks reception.Picture stylish private rooms near Forbury Gardens, trendy bars close to the Oracle, or riverside terraces where you can sip in the sunshine. Whether you’re planning a post-meeting mingle, wedding toast, or laid-back catch-up with colleagues, you’ll find drinks reception venues here that fit just right. Grab a glass, your perfect venue is just a scroll away.
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![Basement Bar at Be At One Reading in Reading]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60 guestsBe At One ReadingReading
#Supervenue
AAlana R.
“No issues whatsoever. Staff are lovely and good fun. Drinks are nice and also strong ! so easy to organise.” -
![Havana Bar & Roof Terrace at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Roof Terrace
150 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReadingCClairem
“The venue, styling and location” -
![Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House in Reading]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRooftop terrace & Bar
100 guestsMarket HouseReadingCClaire 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]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFirefly Cellar Bar
150 guestsThe Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar BarReadingHHolly L.
“Thanks for helping us host this special event, would 100% recommend and use again in future.” -
![The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading in Reading]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Reading Room Restaurant
105 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading
#Supervenue
YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![Full Venue Hire at Be At One Reading in Reading]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
160 guestsBe At One ReadingReading
#Supervenue
At Be At One Reading, we’ve got the right tunes and cocktails to set the perfect mood! Whether you're toasting the weekend or celebrating life's big moments, our menu offers over 100 expertly crafted cocktails from our talented -
![The Beer Hall at BrewDog Reading in Reading]()
from £1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beer Hall
100 guestsBrewDog ReadingReadingKitted 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. -
![Whole Venue at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
500 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReadingVVaughan L.
“The little bit of food we got to eat during our short event was tasty, pity most of it was left behind” -
![Entire Venue at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
122 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReadingNeed the whole place? No problem. Bill’s Reading is available for exclusive hire, and with space for 122 guests split between two floors, it’s perfect for larger celebrations, corporate events or anything where you want the -
![Private Dining Room 1 & 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1 & 2
56 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReadingTogether, they seat up to 56 guests or hold around 70 standing if you’re going for something a little more relaxed — maybe a drinks and canapés vibe, or a buffet-style celebration. -
![Entire Venue at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Reading in Reading]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery ReadingReadingZerodegrees Microbrewery Reading is perfect for celebrations, corporate events, and weddings. With space for up to 300 guests, our central location offers a funky setting. -
![Tank Lounge & Terrace at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Reading in Reading]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTank Lounge & Terrace
140 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery ReadingReadingOur exclusive upstairs lounge features a private bar and balcony, making it ideal for meetings, receptions, and dinners for up to 140 guests.
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FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Reading
In Reading, prices of drinks reception 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 September 2025:
| From £500 | to £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £16 | to £45 | per person |
| From £200 | to £300 | hire fee per event |
You'll find drinks reception 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 (September 2025):
| Small drinks reception venues | up to 50 guests | prices average £200 hire fee per event |
| Medium drinks reception venues | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large drinks reception venues | over 160 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
