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Top Minimum Spend Venues in Reading
Want to host an event in Reading but don't want to blow your budget? Minimum spend venues make it easy to host a memorable gathering without upfront hire fees, just meet the agreed food and drink spend and the space is yours. Reading’s options include stylish cocktail bars in the town centre, a great choice for birthday parties, pubs with function rooms perfect for casual celebrations, and flexible event spaces ready for everything from networking evenings to engagement dos. With venues that keep your costs clear and your plans flexible, you can celebrate while making the most of your budget in this cutesy Berkshire town. Book the best minimum spend spaces on Tagvenue.
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![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.
“Bar and food service was excellent and staff communicated fantastically throughout.” -
![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
AAlana R.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
![Semi-Private Area at Playlist Live in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilitySemi-Private Area
150 guestsPlaylist LiveReading Town CentreSemi-Private Area available for groups up to 150. We operate on a minimum spend basis, so there’s no upfront hire fee — just bring your event vision and we’ll handle the rest. -
![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” -
![Playlist Live at Playlist Live in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPlaylist Live
350 guestsPlaylist LiveReading Town CentreWe operate on a minimum spend basis, so there’s no upfront hire fee — just bring your event vision and we’ll handle the rest. -
![The Secret Garden at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Secret Garden
24 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
#Supervenue
YYele O.
“The venue was really really glam and special. Staff helpful and really nice.” -
![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
Available for exclusive hire for up to 85 guests, The Reading Room Restaurant is the perfect space for private meetings and events. -
![Entire Venue at The Jazz Café in Reading]()
from £125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
250 guestsThe Jazz CaféReadingThe Jazz Café is an ideal venue for any occasion worth celebrating, be it a birthday, anniversary, or simply a desire to have a memorable party. We offer a range of services and amenities to ensure your event is a success. -
![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, -
![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” -
![Market Floor at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMarket Floor
400 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreWhy not go mad and have the entire Market Floor with all the kitchens, 2 bars, mezz and vault. A true party like no other, with a capacity of 300 standing or 150 seated there is room for all occasions and celebrations!
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Booking costs of minimum spend venues average £1200 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 November 2025:
| From £500 | to £1800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £40 | per person | |
| From £200 | to £250 | hire fee per event |
You'll find minimum spend 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 (November 2025):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend 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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First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street
on 7 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our fabulous first floor bar is available for up to 150 guests, or up to 260 guests including our first floor terrace (available on request for an additional minimum spend)! -
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 Secret Garden at The Roseate Reading
on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’
