A traditional white pub with exposed timber framing, pitched tile roof, and lantern sconces at The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn.

The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn

Pub

16 Castle Street, Reading, RG1 7RD –
Reading Town Centre
From £500
min. spend
Up to 300
seats
Up to 400
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn

The Garden at The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn
The Garden
Pub
·
Semi-private area
120 seats
200 standing
Host your event in our stunning patio garden area, accommodating up to 200 guests. This expansive space is perfect for weddings, corporate events, and grand celebrations, offering a beautiful outdoor setting.
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £4000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
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The Restaurant at The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn
The Restaurant
Dining Room
·
Private space
120 seats
150 standing
Enjoy dining in our restaurant, accommodating up to 150 guests. With stunning garden views, it's perfect for large gatherings, corporate events, and special celebrations.
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £5000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago
Enquire now

Prices and opening hours

Monday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Tuesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Wednesday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Thursday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
The Restaurant
12:00 – 23:00
from £5000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Friday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £500–£12000 min. spend
Whole Venue Hire
12:00 – 23:00
from £12000 min. spend
The Garden
12:00 – 22:30
from £4000 min. spend
The Snug
12:00 – 23:00
from £500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 weeks ago

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 400
standing
Up to 300
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Parking available
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn

The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Dating back to the 17th century, The Rising Sun is Reading’s oldest pub and a Grade II listed coaching inn, just minutes from the Abbey. Known for its historic Norman arch doorway, it’s full of character and local history.

Highlights include a standout garden with pergolas, a colourful shepherd’s hut bar, and heated dining pods, plus cosy indoor spaces and a bright dining room.

Serving seasonal, sustainably sourced dishes, The Rising Sun is especially known for its legendary Sunday roasts with bottomless trimmings.

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

The Rising Sun - A Heartwood Inn is located at 16 Castle Street, in Reading Town Centre.

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