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Be At One Reading

Bar

  11 reviews  – 
1-2 Gun Street, Reading, RG1 2JR –
Reading Town Centre
From £250
min. spend
Up to 82
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking not available
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Venue overview

Energetic cocktail bar in Reading’s bustling Gun Street, with over 90 cocktails, a live DJ-friendly setup, and a party-ready vibe. Ideal for birthdays, hen parties, or nights with friends.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Be At One Reading

Basement Bar at Be At One Reading

Basement Bar
Basement
·
Private space
20 seats
60 standing
Basement Bar is a private basement area in Be At One Reading, notable for its secluded below-ground layout that concentrates sound and activity into a single compact party space. Design: The room has low ceilings, curved red banquette seating, tongue-and-groove wood panelling and dark wood flooring, accented by vertical LED strips and concealed wa...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £250 minimum spend
Enquire now
Full Venue Hire at Be At One Reading

Full Venue Hire
Bar
·
Whole venue
82 seats
160 standing
At Be At One Reading, we’ve got the right tunes and cocktails to set the perfect mood! Whether you're toasting the weekend or celebrating life's big moments, our menu offers over 100 expertly crafted cocktails from our talented bartenders. Enjoy our happiest Happy Hours with 2-for-1 cocktail deals that promise twice the joy without breaking the b...
Alcohol licence until 2:00
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from £500 minimum spend
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.5
1 new review from verified user within the last 6 months
3 recent guests highly rated location and service quality
Amenities
4.3
Cleanliness
4.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Communication
5.0

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

MS
Michelle S.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 60 guests · May 2026 · Basement Bar

Great communication prior to event. Mum’s 50th Birthday. Friendly staff, great venue, great drinks.

4.2
AR
Alana R.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 30 guests · May 2025 · Basement Bar

Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting. No issues whatsoever. Staff are lovely and good fun. Drinks are nice and also strong ! so easy to organise. So much fun.

toilet was messy when we arrived.

4.2
LP
Laura P.
Verified review
40th Birthday Party · 50 guests · April 2025 · Basement Bar

Great location and the room was a really good size, facilities were clean, the bar staff were amazing and loved the fact I could play my own music

I'm still waiting on the return of my holding deposit which I was told would be returned to me if we spent the over the minimum amount which I confirmed on the night we did

5.0
LM
Laura M.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Very quick to respond to my queries.

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 1:00
from £250–£2000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 1:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 1:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £250–£3000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 1:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 1:00
from £500–£3000 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 1:00
from £250–£3000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 1:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 1:00
from £500–£3000 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 2:00
from £250–£4000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 2:00
from £250–£500 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 2:00
from £500–£4000 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 3:00
from £500–£10000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 3:00
from £500 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 3:00
from £500–£10000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 3:00
from £500 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 3:00
from £500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 1:00
from £250–£2000 min. spend
Basement Bar
12:00 – 1:00
from £250 min. spend
Full Venue Hire
12:00 – 1:00
from £500–£2000 min. spend

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 160
standing
Up to 82
seats
In-house catering
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Be At One Reading

Be At One Reading is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Be At One Reading is a cocktail bar that centres on an extensive cocktail menu and a music-led, party-focused atmosphere.

Venue highlights: The venue provides cocktail masterclasses and bartender-run drink service tailored for private events. The layout includes a ground-floor bar area and a downstairs section that converts to a dancefloor for evening bookings. In-house catering is offered to accompany private hires.

Best for: Cocktail-led celebrations, hen nights and team socials including cocktail masterclasses.

Location: Reading town centre offers a compact nightlife strip and a range of bars and restaurants within walking distance for after-event plans.

What guests say: The cocktails are strong, varied and consistently well mixed. The bartenders are friendly, skilled and engaging during music-led, danceable evenings.

Usually booked for
Birthday Party

Typically for 35-60 guests and costs between £350 - £500.

"Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting."

- Alana R. May 2025

FAQ

Yes, some external catering is permitted, subject to management approval.

The downstairs bar is available for private hire, with a maximum capacity of 60 guests.

No, the venue is strictly over 18s.

At Be At One Reading, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

Be At One Reading does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Be At One Reading:

  • Basement Bar hosting 40 guests: £867.36

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Be At One Reading is located at 1-2 Gun Street, in Reading Town Centre.

Yes! Here's what guests who have hosted their birthdays at this venue say:

  • Michelle S. rated it 4.2/5 stars
    'Great communication prior to event. Mum’s 50th Birthday. Friendly staff, great venue, great drinks.'
  • Alana R. rated it 4.2/5 stars
    'Brilliant event space. Small enough that makes the room feel packed with 30+ people. Great lighting. No issues whatsoever. Staff are lovely and good fun. Drinks are nice and also strong ! so easy to organise. So much fun.'
  • Laura P. rated it 5/5 stars
    'Great location and the room was a really good size, facilities were clean, the bar staff were amazing and loved the fact I could play my own music'

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