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Crowne Plaza Reading

📍
Caversham Bridge, Richfield Avenue, Reading RG1 8BD, United Kingdom
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Modern 4-star hotel with versatile meeting spaces overlooking the River Thames in Reading town centre.

About This Venue

The Crowne Plaza Reading is a contemporary 4-star business hotel ideally located on Caversham Bridge, offering stunning views over the River Thames. The hotel features 8 flexible meeting rooms accommodating 2-250 delegates, making it perfect for conferences, training sessions, and corporate events. With modern AV technology, complimentary WiFi, and a dedicated events team, it serves the needs of business travelers and event planners. The central Reading location provides excellent transport links with Reading Station just 0.5 miles away, offering direct services to London Paddington in 25 minutes. The hotel combines professional meeting facilities with comfortable accommodation and riverside dining.

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Indicative Budget
£5,625£10,625
Typical day-delegate event for ~125 guests
Capacity (max)
250
Typical attendees
125
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (125 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

250
Maximum Capacity
200
Theatre Style
250
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Thames Suite

180
200
4050100

Kennet Suite

90
80
303545

Executive Boardroom

40
-161220

3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 200 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV equipment
Air conditioning
Natural daylight
River views
Accessible
On-site catering
Business center
Fitness center
Restaurant
Bar
24-hour room service

📐 Space Specifications

400
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
LCD Display
Video Conferencing
Lectern

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training Sessions
📋Workshops
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Corporate Events
📋Product Launches

♿ Accessibility

Wheelchair accessibleHearing loop availableAccessible parking spacesStep-free access to meeting rooms

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Reading Station 0.5 miles (8 minutes walk) with direct services to London Paddington (25 minutes), London Heathrow Airport (30 minutes). Local bus routes stop nearby. Reading town center location.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

On-site parking available for hotel guests and event attendees. Additional public parking in Reading town center within walking distance.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

200
theatre
40
boardroom
100
classroom
50
u shape
120
cabaret
250
reception
150
dining
120
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 250 guests in theatre style, 150 for dinner, 80 for boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Full AV package including projector, screen, microphones, PA system and high-speed Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for 120 vehicles

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Caversham Bridge
Richfield Avenue
RG1 8BD, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Conference CentreMeeting RoomsCorporate Venue

Venue Location

Caversham Bridge, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1 8BD

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 250 guests in theatre style, 150 for dinner, 80 for boardroom style

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Full AV package including projector, screen, microphones, PA system and high-speed Wi-Fi

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: Complimentary on-site parking available for 120 vehicles

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Reading Abbey Heritage Quarter
0.8 km (0.5 mi)• 10 minutes walk
🏰
Historic Windsor Castle
18 km (11.2 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
Thames Path Riverside Walk
0.1 km (0.1 mi)• 2 minutes walk
🌳
Windsor Great Park Royal Landscape
15 km (9.3 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Reading Museum and Gallery
1.2 km (0.7 mi)• 15 minutes walk

🎭Theatre

🎭
Hexagon Theatre and Arts Centre
1.8 km (1.1 mi)• 20 minutes walk

🎢Theme Park

🎢
Wellington Country Park Adventure Playground
12 km (7.5 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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