Pubs with Function Rooms for Hire in Reading

Booking costs of pubs with function rooms 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...

• The Vault 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. Food was excellent too...’

• 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 pubs with function rooms 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.
• The Vault 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. Food was excellent too...’
• 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 pubs with function rooms usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Reading, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Private Dining Room at Hilton Reading - dining room for 15 guests
  Venue said: The room provides a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small private groups seeking a formal seated meal or a focused boardroom-style meeting will find the layout well suited.

• The Snug at The Rising Sun, Reading - A Heartwood Inn - lounge for 30 guests
  Venue said: Highlights include a standout garden with pergolas, a colourful shepherd’s hut bar, and heated dining pods, plus cosy indoor spaces and a bright dining room.

• The Terrace and Bar at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG - terrace for 60 guests
  Venue said: Take the sun on our Terrace From wines, beers, cocktails to Pol Roger Champagne, we served our full drinks menu on the Terrace and full Bar menu alongside our special Terrace menu.

Cheap pubs with function rooms 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:

• Tiki Garden Terrace at Lola Lo Reading, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
  Venue said: Tiki Garden Terrace is a private outdoor space at Lola Lo Reading characterised by a covered, sheltered terrace layout. Design: The terrace displays Pacific-Island styling that uses timber cladding, bamboo detailing and rattan...

• 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.

For casual gatherings, a month’s notice is often enough. However, for weddings, corporate events, or milestone birthdays, booking 3–6 months in advance is recommended. Popular pubs in areas like Friar Street, The Oracle, and Caversham tend to fill up quickly, especially on weekends..