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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 Town Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement Bar
60 guestsBe At One ReadingReading Town Centre
#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 Town Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Roof Terrace
150 guestsRevolucion de Cuba ReadingReading Town CentreCClairem
“The venue, styling and location” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![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
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 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. -
![Whole Venue at Revolucion de Cuba Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £6000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityWhole Venue
500 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” -
![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. -
![Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Area
140 guestsThe Coconut Tree ReadingReading Town CentreThe 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! -
![Private Dining Room 1 & 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant in Reading Town Centre]()
from £16
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1 & 2
56 guestsBill's Reading RestaurantReading Town CentreTogether, 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. -
![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,
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Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £1500 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 £45 | per person |
| From £24 | to £250 | 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £200 hire fee 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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Rooftop terrace & Bar at Market House
on 1-2 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.’ -
Havana Bar & Roof Terrace at Revolucion de Cuba Reading
on 138-141 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The little bit of food we got to eat during our short event was tasty, pity most of it was left behind...’
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