Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year! Offering the most elegant ambience, artful décor in a warm heritage setup along with exemplary service, The Roseate Reading is the perfect place to celebrate the festive season with friends and family.
Enjoy an array of bespoke dining experiences, a delightful orchestration of fresh, seasonal, organic produce, taste, textures and flavour! The Reading Room Restaurant & Bar is a stylish, contemporary space recognised as one of the top spots for exemplary dining and cocktails in town. With the maximum capacity of hosting up to 105 people in stand up reception style events and 85 in sit down dinners, it is the ideal setting for any festive occasion. Indulge in exclusive Christmas food & wine and all things fine!
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Our much loved Christmas parties are back and better than ever before! Save yourself the last minute stress of organising your Christmas party and let us take care of all those important details that guarantee a joyous celebration.
Enjoy our signature festive drink on arrival for a perfect reception, followed by a special three course menu in a fun filled atmosphere with delightful, festive music at The Reading Room. After dinner, it’s time for our Resident DJ to take over and turn it into a night to remember.
PRIVATE PARTIES AND EVENTS
Thinking of making your festivities more exclusive and special? Our stunning private dining rooms are perfect for festive lunches, Christmas parties and celebrations. Every Christmas, the rooms are beautifully decorated, ensuring a charming festive experience.
Dining capacities from 8 to 52 guests.
For evening parties, continue the night in The Reading Room Restaurant & Bar. Enjoy after dinner drinks and spectacular live music entertainment in our distinctive circular booth.
FESTIVE LUNCHES
Get together with your loved ones and indulge in exquisite festive lunches crafted by our award winning Chefs, served in a relaxed and merry environment. Experience the finest of culinary delights amidst luxury. Bookings available from 12pm - 2.30pm. Dates available from 14 November 2024 onwards. Thursday-Saturday £60, Sunday-Wednesday £55.
Intimate Festive Lunches
If you’ re looking for an intimate dining experience with your loved ones, savour our delectable festive three course menu in an elegant semi-private space within The Roseate Reading Restaurant & Bar.
Enjoy a delightful welcome drink and canapes on arrival.
WHISKEY ROOM
Available for exclusive use
(minimum of 8-10 guests, seating capacity of 14 guests)
CHEF’S TABLE
Available for exclusive use
(minimum of 8-10 guests, seating capacity of 12 guests)
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Begin with a warming shot of mulled wine before choosing one of the hotel's 20 loose leaf teas which include a special blend of aromatic spices, followed by a selection of delectable treats specially prepared by our Executive Pastry Chef. It is the season to be jolly!
Afternoon tea starts at £40 per person, with a glass of Prosecco £48, with Moët Brut at £55, with Rose Brut £57 or with Kombucha Non-alcoholic £42. Book one of our festive Afternoon Tea sessions from 14 November 2024. Booking starts at 12.30pm. Last seating at 3.30 pm.
FESTIVE FAMILY UPSTAGE MINI CLUB
Celebrate the festive spirit with your family at our luxurious 30-seater private cinema hall ‘Upstage Mini’. Enjoy a three-course festive lunch followed by popcorn and screening of the film ‘The Grinch’. This takes place on the 22 December.
Popcorn | Film screening - £10 per person
Lunch | Film screening - £45 per adult
Half price for children under 12 years and complimentary dining for children under 3 years of age.
NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA DINNER
Let’s do this right! The Reading Room will be hosting a spectacular night with the best DJ in the house, an incredible reception with champagne and canapés to get you buzzing and a magnificent culinary experience featuring our bespoke four-course tasting menu created for the occasion. At the stroke of midnight, welcome 2025 with a bubbly toast and mini gourmet burgers, and party on.
There is also the option to buy just a party ticket with entrance at 10pm. Price £39.00 per person.
DRINKS PACKAGES
We have various drinks packages available.
STAY WITH US
Experience the magic of the Holidays by staying overnight in one of our rooms when attending your Christmas event, and enjoy special tariffs. The Roseate Reading houses 55 well-appointed luxury rooms and suites.
Each room has a perfect mixture of art, lighting, sound and comfort, with Nespresso machine and luxurious Penhaligon amenities. Everything you need for a stylish, unforgettable stay.
Roseate Reading is only 45 minutes from Central London and 5 minutes walking distance from Reading railway station. The Forbury boasts luxurious and contemporary accommodation; four meeting and private entertainment rooms, the award-winning Cerise Restaurant and Cocktail Bar and much, much more.
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Signature festive cocktail on arrival at 6:30pm
Festive music playlist
Late-night DJ on Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights (subject to bookings)
Festive party novelties
Three course festive dinner
Christmas crackers
Place cards & table plans
Cloakroom
FESTIVE LUNCHES
Festive music playlist
Festive party novelties
Three course festive lunch
Glass of bubbles on arrival
Christmas crackers
Place cards & table plan
Coffee, tea & mince pies
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA
Warming shot of mulled wine
Choice of 20 loose leaf teas
Selection of chef's treats
FESTIVE FAMILY UPSTAGE MINI CLUB
Festive three course lunch
Moving screening & popcorn
NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA DINNER & PARTY
Champagne & canapé reception
Five course tasting dinner
Fantastic ambience & décor throughout
Live entertainment
Resident DJ
Midnight toast to celebrate the New Year
Mini gourmet burgers
NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY TICKET
Access at 10pm
Drink on arrival
Midnight toast to celebrate New Year
Mini gourmet burgers
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