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Top Pub Venues in Reading
Looking for the best place to host your next private event? Reading has a variety of pub venues, great for everything from casual get-togethers to milestone celebrations. Many are located on Broad Street or near the Thames, making them easy to reach by train or car. These venues offer private rooms, outdoor beer gardens, and classic pub menus, great for everything from birthday parties to corporate events. Whether you're after a traditional pub or a venue with entertainment, Reading has plenty to choose from. Book your pub today with Tagvenue!
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![Semi-private Event Space at The Greyfriar in Reading Town Centre]()
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Event Space
100 guestsThe GreyfriarReading Town CentreCosy town centre pub close to the train station in Reading, focusing on serving local craft beer and a wide range of spirits. Features include a dart board, pub games, TV showing selected sports, and great music. -
![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, -
![Entire Venue at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery ReadingReading Town CentreZerodegrees 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 Town Centre]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTank Lounge & Terrace
140 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery ReadingReading Town CentreOur exclusive upstairs lounge features a private bar and balcony, making it ideal for meetings, receptions, and dinners for up to 140 guests. -
![Whole Venue at Slug & Lettuce, Reading Riverside in Reading Town Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
223 guestsSlug & Lettuce, Reading RiversideReading Town CentreA modern bar with a nice atmosphere. Features floral-patterned chairs and booths, high tables with bar stools, and soft lighting from decorative hanging lamps. -
![Restaurant & Bar at Zerodegrees Microbrewery Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRestaurant & Bar
200 guestsZerodegrees Microbrewery ReadingReading Town CentreThe restaurant and bar area features a private bar, making it ideal for meetings, receptions, and dinners for up to 200 guests. -
![Whole Venue at Slug & Lettuce Reading, Friar Street in Reading Town Centre]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
538 guestsSlug & Lettuce Reading, Friar StreetReading Town CentreServing all of your S&L faves from Endless lunches to Bottomless Brunches! Start planning your next date with us now! -
![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.
“Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting.” -
![Mezzanine at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £750
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityMezzanine
60 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.” -
![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” -
![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.”
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FAQs about Top Pub Venues in Reading
Booking costs of pub 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 January 2026:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £40 | per person |
| From £200 | to £400 | hire fee per event |
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 (January 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £200 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average £750 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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Mezzanine 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...’
Reading has a diverse selection of pub venues for hire. You can book classic British pubs like The Greyfriar, cocktail bars such as Be At One, or stylish music venues like The Jazz Café. Larger venues like Market House and Revolución de Cuba 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.
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