Private Dining Room 1 & 2 at Bill's Reading Restaurant

Event Space in a Restaurant
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Semi-private area
Chain Street, Reading, RG1 2HX
Abbey, Reading

About this space

If you’ve got a big guest list, we can open up both private dining rooms to create one larger space. Together, they seat up to 56 guests or hold around 70 standing if you’re going for something a little more relaxed — maybe a drinks and canapés vibe, or a buffet-style celebration.


Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

3-course Christmas Package
£37.95 per person
STARTERS:
*KING PRAWN COCKTAIL - A tower of smoked salmon pâté, king prawns & spicy avocado salad
*WINTER BEETROOT & STILTON SALAD - Warm salad of roast beetroot, chicory, cranberries, Stilton & walnuts
*VEGAN OPTION AVAILABLE VEGAN OPTION AVA ILABLE
*CHICKEN LIVER & BRANDY PÂTÉ - Served with caramelised onion & apple chutney, baby watercress salad & toasted flatbread
*CREAMY CAULIFLOWER & TRUFFLE SOUP - Topped with crunchy garlic croutons & white truffle oil

MAINS:
*TURKEY BREAST WITH FESTIVE STUFFING - Wrapped in bacon & served with pigs in blankets, roast potatoes, seasonal greens, maple & thyme roasted root veg & red wine gravy
*SEA BASS & PROSECCO HOLLANDAISE - Pan-fried sea bass served on chive mashed potatoes & tenderstem broccoli. Served with Prosecco hollandaise
*MUSHROOM, TARRAGON & RED WINE PIE - Wrapped in shortcrust pastry served with roast potatoes, seasonal greens, cranberries & gravy
*P.I.B DOUBLE DUNKER BURGER - Cumberland sausage patties stacked with smoked streaky bacon, cranberry ketchup, sage & onion mayo & crispy fried onions. Served with rosemary salted fries & a pan of beef brisket gravy for dunking
*8oz CHARGRILLED RUMP STEAK - 21-day aged pavé rump steak served with rosemary salted fries, peppercorn sauce, roast tomato & dressed pea shoots (SUPPLEMENT 4.00)

DESSERTS:
*STICKY TOFFEE PUDDING - Warmed with salted caramel sauce & clotted cream ice cream
*BLACK CHERRY & ALMOND CHEESECAKE - Topped with cherry compote, toasted almonds & sprinkle of gold
*CHOCOLATE & SALTED CARAMEL TART - Topped with pistachio & crème fraiche
*BILL’S CHEESE PLATE - Somerset Camembert, Croxton Manor Cheddar & Stilton served with oatcakes & Bill’s tomato chutney

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Tuesday
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Wednesday
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Thursday
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 21:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Friday
8:00 – 22:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Saturday
8:00 – 22:00
from £16 per person
Per session
8:00 – 22:00
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Sunday
9:00 – 20:30
from £16 per person
Per session
9:00 – 20:30
from £16 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 22:00. All prices include VAT.
Please note that our meal options start at £16 per person for breakfast and £28 per person for lunch or dinner.
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 56
Dining
up to 56

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 22:00
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.


Right in the heart of town, just a short walk from the station, Bill’s Reading is where locals and visitors alike come to take a breather. Whether you’ve spent the morning by the Thames, hit the shops, or you’re just heading out for a bite before a gig or festival, we’ve got a seat ready for you.

Our building’s full of character — a bit historic, a bit unexpected — and we’ve made it feel warm, welcoming and just a little bit special. From lazy weekend brunches to dinners that turn into cocktails, we’re proud to serve good food with great service, whether you’re popping in for a quick bite or making a whole evening of it.


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