Pub Venues for Hire in Reading

Booking costs of pub 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:

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 pub 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 (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: Our first-floor function room is a fully self-contained space, working for birthday parties, wedding receptions, corporate events, networking evenings, charity fundraisers, Christmas parties, and other private occasions.
• 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.’
• 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.’

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

• Cellar at The Roseate Reading, rated 4.3/5 - event space for 14 guests
  Venue said: Accessible to all guests is the Aheli Spa, the gym and Roasted by Roseate, the in house patisserie & boulangerie. The newly launched Reading Room Restaurant & Bar also offers stylish and contemporary décor with warm mood...

• Library at Calico Bar & Eatery, rated 5/5 - lounge for 50 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated social gathering or informal meeting in a private lounge. What guests say: The Library room is warm and homely and creates a relaxed, comfortable setting.

• Private Dining Room at Hilton Reading - dining room for 15 guests
  Venue said: Just outside the town centre, Hilton Reading offers a modern, easy-to-use setting for all kinds of social events.

Cheap pub venues in Reading start from £250 minimum spend per event or £10 per person. 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,

• 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.

• Le Café Resturant at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG, from £22 per person (up to 300 guests standing)
  Venue said: Le Café Restaurant, a semi-private restaurant area in voco Hotel Reading, is a contemporary dining space defined by a flexible layout that adapts between table service and open seating.

Reading has a diverse selection of pub venues for hire. You can book classic cocktail bars such as Be At One, or stylish music venues like The Jazz Café. Larger venues like Market House offer private function spaces for big events, while smaller spots like The Firefly Cellar Bar provide intimate settings.

It’s best to book your venue at least 2-3 months in advance, especially for peak times like weekends and the holiday season. Popular venues in Abbey and Whitley can fill up well in advance. For a last-minute booking, you may still find availability, but options could be limited.