Buckingham Suite at Crowne Plaza Reading East

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Wharfedale Road, Winnersh Triangle, Reading, Berkshire, Reading, RG41 5TS
Winnersh

About this space

The Buckingham Suite is our largest conference and meeting space. Benefiting from natural daylight with blackout curtains, multiple built-in electronic screens, high-speed wi-fi, and air-conditioning. With a maximum capacity of 260 and licensed for civil ceremonies the Buckingham Suite is extremely popular for all events.

W 21.1m, L 11.5m, H 3m, Area 242.7m2


Event offers and packages

Package per person

DDR from £65 per person per day to include the following:

o Principal meeting room hire
o 3 Tea/Coffee breaks with a selection of snacks
o Working buffet lunch
o Wi-Fi access in meeting rooms and public areas
o Flipchart
o Paper & pens
o Stationery
o Still & Sparkling Water
o Car parking
o VAT at the prevailing rate

Conference Offers

The Buckingham Suite creates the ideal meeting and events space due to its enviable location and state-of-the-art facilities. As the centre of the entire newly refurbished conference centre, the Buckingham can accommodate 260 guests in style. Hand-designed fittings created with attention to detail breed a room like no other. Instilled with floor-to-ceiling windows and blackout curtains, the Buckingham Suite is ideal for your event.

Furthermore, our larger Conference Suites now offer the latest technology including ceiling-mounted laser projectors, all smaller meeting rooms are fitted with 75” Samsung TV units with Clickshare wireless technology and the latest microphone technology.
DDR Rate
£65 per person
Our from £65 per person Day Delegate Rate includes:
- Unlimited tea/coffee with a selection of snacks
- 3-course lunch in the restaurant with a hot/cold buffet or 2-course working buffet lunch
- Principal meeting room hire
- LCD projector and screen
- Complimentary wifi access in meeting rooms and public areas
- Flipchart with paper and pens
- TV with DVD/video player
- Stationery
- Mineral water and sweets
- Car parking
- VAT at 20%
24 Hour Rate
£285 per person
Our 24-hour Delegate Rate from £285 per person includes all of the Day Delegate Rate with the addition of:
- 3-course dinner in the AA Rosette Glaze Restaurant
- Standard bedroom with executive workstation, complimentary WiFi, and en suite bathroom which includes bath and stand-alone shower
- Full English breakfast
- Use of the Quad club leisure facilities

Wedding Offers

SILVER PACKAGE (MIN. 50 GUESTS)
£70 per person
Includes:
- 3-Course Wedding Breakfast with Tea & Coffee
- Glass of Bucks Fizz during the Reception Drinks
- Glass of Sparkling Wine for Toasting
- Glass of House Wine with the Meal
- Complimentary Bridal Suite with a romantic Breakfast in Bed
- Special Accommodation rates for Guests
- Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception Room Hire
- White Table Linen and Napkins
- Table Plan and Name Cards
- A Red carpet arrival
- Use of Cake Knife and Stand
- Menu Tasting for Bride & Groom
GOLD PACKAGE (MIN. 80 GUESTS):
£80 per person
Includes:
- A Glass of Bucks Fizz on arrival served with 3 Canapés
- Three Course Wedding Breakfast with Coffee & Chocolates
- Half bottle of Wine with the Meal
- A Glass of Sparkling Wine for the Toasting
- 8 Item Evening Buffet for Guests attending the Wedding Breakfast
- Wedding Breakfast and Evening Reception Room Hire
- Our DJ playing all your favourite songs until midnight
- Complimentary Bridal Suite with a romantic Breakfast in Bed
- Dedicated Wedding Coordinator
- Table Plan and Name Cards
- White Table Linen and Napkins
- A Red carpet arrival
- Use of Cake Knife and Stand
- Menu Tasting for Bride and Groom
- Dinner, Bed and Breakfast for the Bridal Couple on their 1st Anniversary (Weekend night only)
- Special Accommodation rates for wedding Guests
PLATINUM PACKAGE (MIN. 80 GUESTS)
£115 per person
Includes:
- Two Welcome Drinks On Arrival Served With 6 Canapés
- Still and Sparkling water on the table
- Three Course Wedding Breakfast With Tea, Coffee And Chocolates
- A Glass Of Sparkling Wine For Toasting
- Half Bottle Of Wine With The Meal
- 8 Item Evening Buffet For Guests attending the Wedding Breakfast
- Wedding Breakfast And Evening Reception Room Hire
- Our DJ Playing All Your Favourite Songs Until Midnight
- Complimentary Bridal Suite With Romantic Breakfast In Bed
- Special Accommodation Rates For Guests
- A red carpet arrival
- Use of cake knife and stand
- White table linen and napkins
- Table plan and name cards
- Menu tasting for Bride and Groom
- Dinner, Bed and Breakfast for the Bridal Couple on their 1st Anniversary (Weekend night only)

Meeting Offers

The Buckingham Suite creates the ideal meeting and events space due to its enviable location and state-of-the-art facilities. As the centre of the entire newly refurbished conference centre, the Buckingham can accommodate 260 guests in style. Hand-designed fittings created with attention to detail breed a room like no other. Instilled with floor-to-ceiling windows and blackout curtains, the Buckingham Suite is ideal for your event.

Furthermore, our larger Conference Suites now offer the latest technology including ceiling-mounted laser projectors, all smaller meeting rooms are fitted with 75” Samsung TV units with Clickshare wireless technology and the latest microphone technology.
DDR Rate
£65 per person
DDR from £65 per person per day to include the following:

o Principal meeting room hire
o 3 Tea/Coffee breaks with a selection of snacks
o Working buffet lunch
o Wi-Fi access in meeting rooms and public areas
o Flipchart
o Paper & pens
o Stationery
o Still & Sparkling Water
o Car parking
o VAT at prevailing rate
24hrs Rate
£285 per person
Our 24-hour Delegate Rate from £285 per person includes all of the Day Delegate Rate with the addition of:
- 3-course dinner in the AA Rosette Glaze Restaurant
- Standard bedroom with executive workstation, complimentary WiFi, and en suite bathroom which includes bath and stand-alone shower
- Full English breakfast
- Use of the Quad club leisure facilities

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Friday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Per day
9:00 – 17:30
from £65 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Prices are subject to availability and special requirements. Please contact us through Tagvenue for more information.

Capacity

Standing
up to 260
Dining
up to 220
Theatre
up to 260
Boardroom
up to 64
Cabaret
up to 110
U-Shaped
up to 60
Classroom
up to 180

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Accommodation available
Free parking is available on-site (124 spaces)
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled access toilets
Disabled parking space available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Show cancellation details

Experience the refined ambiance of the newly renovated Crowne Plaza Reading East, now adorned with 4 Silver Stars and 2 AA Rosettes. Redefining the standard for business gatherings, our hotel, nestled in Winnersh Triangle with easy access from Reading, Wokingham, and Bracknell, provides an unparalleled setting for your corporate events, meetings, and conferences.

Step into our meticulously designed conference rooms, where modern elegance prevails. These state-of-the-art venues, eight in total, are equipped with cutting-edge technology and customizable seating arrangements to accommodate events of all sizes. Whether you're organizing a board meeting, a training session, or a large-scale conference, we offer the perfect space tailored to your corporate needs.

Our dedicated event planning team ensures the seamless execution of every detail, from top-notch audiovisual equipment to high-speed Wi-Fi. Excellence extends to our catering services, providing a range of culinary options to suit any palate, including energizing coffee breaks, gourmet lunches, and options ranging from modern British to authentic Indian cuisine.

Hotel is licensed for Civil Wedding Ceremonies in the Buckingham Suite (240 guests) and the Frogmore Suite (110 guests) - allowing for you to house all your celebrations in a single location.

Conveniently located with easy access to Shinfield Film studios and major transportation hubs, our hotel is an ideal choice with travel links to/from London in just 50 minutes on the new Elizabeth Line and proximity to Heathrow Airport. This makes it a suitable venue for both local and international attendees.

In addition, our hotel offers comfortable accommodations, and guests can indulge in luxurious treatments at the Esprit Wellness and Spa. The spa features an indoor 19m heated pool, sauna, steam room, and an extensive Life Fitness equipment gym, providing a perfect opportunity for relaxation and rejuvenation after a day of productive sessions.


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