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Christmas Party offer

Firefly Cellar Bar at The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar

Bar in a Pub
·
Private space
Station Approach, Reading, RG1 1LY –
Reading Town Centre
Up to 60
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Stripped back to expose original brick-built arches, the Firefly Cellar Bar is a stunning vaulted function space that makes a special setting for private parties and corporate events.

Completely self-contained with its own bar, separate entrance and separate WCs, it’s suitable for everything from birthday parties to product launches - with luxurious seating and an exceptional ambience promising an occasion to remember.

With audio capabilities, a projector or TV screen for presentations, and a private bar for refreshments, your guests are in for a treat. Stay connected with stable internet access and keep cool with efficient air conditioning. Plus, enjoy the convenience of a separate entrance, ensuring a seamless and exclusive experience for all attendees.

Alternatively, looking for a convenient, cosy and fully equipped space for your meeting, corporate event or workshop? The Firefly can also be hired out on a 9-5 basis with complimentary water, tea and coffee station, projector, strong WiFi, flipchart and private toilets! We can even bring your lunch downstairs for you so you don't have to stray away from your laptop.

Weddings | Receptions | Birthdays | Anniversaries | Engagements | Baby Showers | Corporate | Wakes | Private Dinners | Christmas Parties | Live Music Hire | Club Nights

Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 70-100 guests and costs about £300.

"The event couldn't have gone better..."

- Andy A. Apr 2026

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Drinks menu
Christmas menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas in the vaulted Firefly Cellar Bar with a buffet package where guests choose six dishes.

Christmas Party Buffet Menu – Firefly Cellar Bar
£24.95 per person

VENUE / EVENT OFFER
• Buffet catering with six items chosen from the menu

MENU
FISH
1. Battered fish goujons
2. Prawn cups
3. Tempura prawns
4. Smoked salmon & dill parcel

MEAT
1. Pigs in blanket sausage roll
2. Honey & mustard pork sausages
3. Mini beef, mushroom & London Pride pie
4. Turkey tenders
5. Beef burger slider
6. Duck bon bons

VEG & PLANT-BASED
1. Mini spiced vegetable curry pie
2. Crispy brie bites
3. Grilled flatbreads
4. Grilled halloumi
5. Mac & cheese bites
6. Wild mushroom, black garlic & orzo arancini
7. Butternut squash & sage arancini
8. Spicy edamame beans
9. Tofu & mushroom skewers

SWEET
1. Chocolate yule log
2. Mince pie crumble tart
3. Apple & cinnamon parcel
4. Warm chocolate brownie

Prices

Monday
17:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
17:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 23:30
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
17:00 – 23:30
from £800 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 23:30
from £800 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
17:00 – 23:30
from £1000 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 23:30
from £1000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
17:00 – 0:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:30
from £2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
17:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 0:30
from £2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
17:00 – 21:30
from £500 min. spend
Per evening
17:00 – 21:30
from £500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 0:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 150
  • Dining
    up to 40
  • Theatre
    up to 25
  • Boardroom
    up to 20
  • Cabaret
    up to 60
  • U-Shaped
    up to 15
  • Classroom
    up to 20

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Quiet space
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Private toilets
  • Private Bar
  • Restroom
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Soundproof
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Unavailable: Accessible toilets
  • Unavailable: Ground level
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Cargo lift
  • Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building
No food or drink from outside the premises
No large groups of under 18s
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Reviews and ratings

(25 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

MW
Mrs W.
Verified review
21st Birthday Party · 45 guests · April 2026

Service with a smile nothing was too much trouble

4.6
AA
Andy A.
Verified review
Party · 100 guests · March 2026

All the people we dealt with were great and it was really easy to discuss what we wanted. The event couldn't have gone better

Nothing!

5.0
TH
Thomas H.
Verified review
Event Space · 85 guests · November 2025

We recently celebrated a fantastic joint 40th birthday at the Cellar Bar at the Three Guineas Reading. The entire experience was excellent from start to finish. Planning was seamless due to outstanding communication and the helpfulness of Bethany, who managed our booking. The venue’s flexibility was a major highlight, allowing us to bring in our own band for a personalised party atmosphere. On the night, we were impressed by the venue's cleanliness and great ambiance. The staff were incredibly attentive and ensured all our guests had a brilliant time. We highly recommend the Cellar Bar for any event and would definitely book it again.

Additional food options would be a plus for future events

4.8
HL
Holly L.
Verified review
Baby Shower · 40 guests · July 2025

Thank you to the whole team for a wonderful event. From organising and planning with Bethany to on the day assistance and service with Kelly and the rest of the team, we couldn't have asked for more to celebrate our recent baby and engagement news. Everyone was so attentive and always happy to help and the organisation was fantastic despite it being a really busy day in the pub with the football! The venue itself was gorgeous and the perfect space for everyone of all ages. Bar and food service was excellent and staff communicated fantastically throughout. The staff let us decorate as we wished and offered help with taking down decorations at the end to save us any stress. Thanks for helping us host this special event, would 100% recommend and use again in future.

Nothing that we disliked, however some food labels on the buffet would have been a helpful addition for people to see which food was what, but as no allergens etc on the day this was not a major issue for us.

5.0

FAQ

The Firefly Cellar Bar has a Bluetooth surround sound system, and clients are welcome to play their own music or bring a DJ.

Yes, a number of tables can be provided, ranging from smaller tables to larger options.

Yes, the input is RCA.

Yes, guests are welcome to bring decorations.

Sunday to Tuesday, bookings run from 17:00 to 22:30, with availability until 00:30 upon request. Wednesday and Thursday bookings run from 17:00 to 23:30, also until 00:30 upon request; Friday and Saturday bookings run from 17:00 to 00:30, and daytime bookings are available upon request.

The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a couple of hours
Response rate: 90%

About The Three Guineas - Firefly Cellar Bar

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Location

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Meet your host

Bethany Purser
Member of Tagvenue since May 2024
25 Reviews
4.8 Rating
1h Response time
96% Response rate

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