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Top Reception Venues in Reading
Planning your big day? Discover fantastic wedding reception venues in Reading with Tagvenue, from large halls near the River Kennet to cosy countryside manors, this Berkshire town has the perfect spot for every love story. Whether you’re opting for a formal dinner by Forbury Gardens or a chilled celebration with pints and dancing in a rustic barn, you’ll find it here. Keep scrolling to find the perfect spot for your celebration.
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![Eden at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £400
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50 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
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MMayu
“We booked the venue for our wedding reception.” -
![Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar in Reading Town Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityFirefly Cellar Bar
60 guestsThe Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar BarReading Town CentreEEmily M.
“We booked the Firefly Cellar Bar for our post-wedding party and couldn’t be happier with how our event went!” -
![The Reading Room Restaurant at The Roseate Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Reading Room Restaurant
100 guestsThe Roseate ReadingReading Town Centre
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YYana
“Venue was very nice, menu was wonderful and management was very helpful.” -
![Beach Bar at Lagoona Bar & Grill in Near Reading]()
from £18
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBeach Bar
312 guestsLagoona Bar & GrillNear ReadingThe Beach Bar can accommodate up to 150 guests for BBQs, summer parties, outdoor wedding receptions, birthday parties, corporate fun days, family gatherings and other special occasions. -
![Entire Venue at The Jazz Café in Reading]()
from £110
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
140 guestsThe Jazz CaféReadingThe Jazz Café is a modern, spacious venue ideal for any type of event from corporate to birthday parties to wedding receptions. We pride ourselves in hosting an unforgettable party with delicious food, all your favorite drinks -
![Entire Venue at Lagoona Bar & Grill in Near Reading]()
from £18
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
375 guestsLagoona Bar & GrillNear ReadingThe Lagoona Bar & Grill has a capacity of up to 600 people and is perfect for all types of events, such as wedding receptions, summer parties, BBQ parties, family outings, corporate fun days, christenings, kids events, proms, -
![Exclusive Use at The Elephant in Near Reading]()
from £3295
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
170 guestsThe ElephantNear ReadingIn terms of the wedding breakfast, there is a maximum capacity of 170 guests for a seated meal. However, when it comes to the reception, the venue can host even up to 200 people but also has a long history of hosting much -
![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. -
![Whole Venue Hire at The Rising Sun, Reading - A Heartwood Inn in Reading Town Centre]()
from £12000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue Hire
300 guestsThe Rising Sun, Reading - A Heartwood InnReading Town CentreWith its luxurious decor, our venue is the ideal choice for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. -
![Downstairs Area at The Coconut Tree Reading in Reading Town Centre]()
from £24
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Area
87 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! -
![OXBO Restaurant at Hilton Reading in Reading]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOXBO Restaurant
200 guestsHilton ReadingReadingThe space can be hired privately or kept semi-private. The open layout and modern feel make it easy to keep things social, without it feeling too formal or rigid. -
![Marquee at Lagoona Bar & Grill in Near Reading]()
from £18
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMarquee
160 guestsLagoona Bar & GrillNear ReadingThe Marquee has a capacity of up to 300 guests, with flexible seating arrangements, such as up to 160 seats, cabaret-style. The space is perfect for weddings, corporate events, milestone birthdays, Christmas parties and other
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Prices of wedding reception venues average £1000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Reading, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From £500 | to £2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £22 | to £45 | per person |
| From £100 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find wedding reception 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 (August 2026):
| Small | up to 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 150 and 200 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 225 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Reading, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Eden at The Roseate Reading
on 26 Forbury Berkshire - 0.1 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Venue was very nice, menu was wonderful and management was very helpful.’ -
M6-M7 at Novotel Reading Centre
on 25 Friar Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Perfectly suited to business and leisure stays, Novotel Reading Centre is a four-star hotel and conference venue in the heart of Reading. Just a two-minute walk from Reading Station, the hotel offers easy access to Thames... -
Raised Area - Black Booths at The Cocktail Club Reading
on 5-6 Gun Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: It works for birthday celebrations, networking events, corporate socials, and drinks receptions, giving groups a private feel while still being part of the venue.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 200 and 500 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 110 and 350 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £100 hire fee per hour | typically between 65 and 200 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £300 hire fee per event | typically between 30 and 140 guests |
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