PubUp to 300
O'Neill's Reading
Town centre, Reading
Music Room
Enquire for a quote · Set by date and numbers
Private barDance floorFood on site
Christmas parties in Reading
Christmas party venues in Reading
Reading's Christmas party season starts early, and the best Friday nights go first. Every room here has a private bar, so your team or family won't be queuing with the regulars. Book O'Neill's for a big do with dancing (up to 300), Slug & Lettuce on Friar Street for cocktails, Be At One for something lively, or The Three Guineas for a proper pub Christmas by the station.
Rooms
4 venues
for christmas
Guests
150 to 300
depending on the room
Private bar
4 of 4
rooms
Own food
0 of 4
let you bring it
BarUp to 260
Slug & Lettuce Friar Street
Town centre, Reading
Upstairs bar
Packages on enquiry · Cocktail trees, drinks packages and buffets
Private barFood on site
Be At One Reading
Town centre, Reading
Basement Bar
Enquire for a quote · Drinks bundles and bar tabs available
Private bar
The Three Guineas
Station Approach, Reading
Firefly Cellar Bar
Minimum spend per evening · Price on request
Private barFood on site
At a glance
4 rooms in Reading that host Christmas parties, from pubs and bars, for 150 to 300 guests. 4 have a private bar, and 3 can do the food for you.
| Venue | Area | Guests | Private bar | Food | Step-free |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O'Neill's ReadingPub | Town centre | Up to 300 | Venue caters | ||
| Slug & Lettuce Friar StreetBar | Town centre | Up to 260 | Venue caters | ||
| Be At One ReadingBar | Town centre | Up to 160 | Ask | ||
| The Three GuineasPub | Station Approach | Up to 150 | Venue caters |
What to look for
- December availability, and whether a weekday is cheaper
- Set Christmas menus or buffets priced per head
- Whether the room is fully private or shared with other parties
- A late licence, music and a dance floor for office do's
- Clear terms on deposits and final numbers
Questions people ask
How many Christmas party venues are there in Reading?
We list 4 rooms in Reading that take Christmas parties, across Town centre and Station Approach. Each one has been checked against the venue's own website or another public source.
What's the biggest Christmas party venue in Reading?
O'Neill's Reading in Town centre is the largest we list, for up to 300 guests. For a smaller group, The Three Guineas holds up to 150.
When should I book a Christmas party venue?
For a Friday or Saturday in December, start in the summer or early autumn. Weeknights and early December are easier.
Do venues share rooms at Christmas?
Some run shared party nights where several groups share one room. If you want it to yourselves, ask for exclusive use.
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