Private Bars for Hire in Reading

Booking costs of private bars 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 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...

• Rooftop terrace & Bar 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 private bars 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 (October 2026):

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: O'Neill's Reading is an Irish pub in the town. Food, live sport, drinks offers, and music are all available.
• Rooftop terrace & Bar 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.’
• Cellar at The Roseate Reading on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue was really really glam and special.’

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Reading, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Cocktail Masterclass at Boom Battle Bar Reading, rated 5/5 - bar for 50 guests
  Venue said: Design: The bar has low ceilings, a patterned ceiling treatment and coloured LED uplighting that creates a theatrical, nightclub-style interior. The back bar features backlit shelving of spirits and a long wooden counter...

• Glass Window Area at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Bar and Restaurant - event space for 40 guests
  Venue said: The furnishing is deliberately informal, dominated by high-top tables and bar stools that leave the plan open. Features: The Glass Window Area includes venue Wi‑Fi and a music policy that allows hosts to use their own playlists...

• Basement Lounge at Calico Bar & Eatery, rated 5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
  Venue said: We are just minutes from Reading station. The bar has bold décor, quirky details, and a lively vibe. The venue includes three private hire options. The Library Lounge is a cosy room with plush seating for parties or work...

Cheap private bars in Reading start from £250 minimum spend per event or £20 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• First Floor Bar at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
  Venue said: Located 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,

• Upstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading, from £24 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: Upstairs Area, a Dining Room in a Restaurant, a semi-private mezzanine dining space characterised by informal timber seating and bench-style tables. Design: The upstairs area presents warm timber tables, patterned seat cushions...

• Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Reading, from £10 per person (up to 20 guests standing)
  Venue said: A space for social gatherings, after-work drinks, networking events, and celebrations. Located within the venue, the drinks area has easy access to the bar, useful for guests settling in for cocktails.

For smaller spaces, a few weeks' notice might be sufficient, but for more popular venues, it's best to book at least 2 to 3 months in advance, especially for weekend events. Planning ahead ensures you secure the best space for your event.