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Top Unique Event Spaces in Reading
Unusual venues in Reading have absolutely no time for boring events. Plan a product launch that feels like a fever dream (in the best way), throw a birthday party with cocktails as quirky as your guest list, or host a workshop that gleefully ignores the rulebook. This city hides riverside warehouses near Caversham, hidden chapels off London Street, and industrial oddities around the old Huntley & Palmers site. Tagvenue digs up the strangest and most unforgettable spots in town—ready to book in just a few clicks. Have a look below and let your event take a wonderfully weird turn.
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![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 Centre
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EEmily M.
“We booked the Firefly Cellar Bar for our post-wedding party and couldn’t be happier with how our event went!” -
![Trading Hall at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTrading Hall
300 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCClaire W.
“The event planning, the staff and support on the day, the fantastic food and incredible space we hired.” -
![The Vault at Market House in Reading Town Centre]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Vault
80 guestsMarket HouseReading Town CentreCChristine A.
“Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening. Food was excellent too” -
![Windsor Suite at Hilton Reading in Reading]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityWindsor Suite
500 guestsHilton ReadingReadingThe Windsor Suite at Hilton Reading is the hotel’s main event space, set up to handle everything from weddings and gala dinners to big celebrations and private parties.
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![Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Area
140 guestsThe Coconut Tree ReadingReading Town CentreThe Downstairs at The Coconut Tree Reading has a capacity of 140 guests. It's a go-to choice for larger parties, corporate receptions, and more!
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![Tiki Garden Terrace at Lola Lo Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTiki Garden Terrace
150 guestsLola Lo ReadingReading Town CentreTiki 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
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![Cilantro Private Dinning Room at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG in Reading]()
from £65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCilantro Private Dinning Room
120 guestsvoco Hotel Reading - Part of IHGReadingvoco Hotel Reading is a hotel event space centred on a contemporary private dining area defined by a large curved banquette. Design: The interior pairs neutral-painted walls with dark timber flooring and a low, shallow coved
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![Private Dining Room at Hilton Reading in Reading]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
15 guestsHilton ReadingReadingThe Private Dining Room is a Dining Room in Hilton Reading and features a single long banquet-style table as its focal point. Design: The room pairs pale panelling and high ceilings with a bold striped carpet and grid-style
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![Raised Area - Black Booths at The Cocktail Club Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRaised Area - Black Booths
70 guestsThe Cocktail Club ReadingReading Town CentreRaised Area - Black Booths is a Lounge in The Cocktail Club Reading defined by continuous upholstered black booth seating. Design: The interior pairs painted brick and exposed ceiling services with dark finishes and slim
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![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.
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![Le Café Resturant at voco Hotel Reading - Part of IHG in Reading]()
from £22
per person / per morningCheck availabilityLe Café Resturant
300 guestsvoco Hotel Reading - Part of IHGReadingLe 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.
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![Venue Hire at Escape Hunt Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £2400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
45 guestsEscape Hunt ReadingReading Town CentreThe perfect activity for your next team building event, work social or for entertaining clients. It’s unlike any team day you’ve ever done before!
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FAQs about Top Unique Event Spaces in Reading
The cost of unusual venues averages around £1000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Reading, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
| From £25 | to £35 | per person |
| From £100 | hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Trading Hall 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...’ -
Whole Venue at Slug & Lettuce, Reading Riverside
on Unit 12, Riverside Level - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: A contemporary pub occupying the whole venue, defined by its colourful patterned interior and floral-upholstered seating. Design: The interior pairs geometric floor tiling with warm timber finishes. -
Playlist Live at Playlist Live
on 108A Friar Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: 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.
Cheap unusual venues in Reading start from £250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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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... -
Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We highly recommend the Cellar Bar for any event and would definitely book it again.’ -
The Vault at Market House, from £1000 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Staff very friendly and helpful - great party venue being rooftop bar and nice evening.’
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