Host your meeting in Reading at The Rising Sun
Located in the centre of Reading, The Rising Sun is a beautiful, historic pub that is within walking distance of the train station with several car parks nearby.
With a number of suitable spaces from small snugs to the vaulted ceiling dining room, the pub offers flexibility for your meeting.
With various amenities the pub also offers seasonally changing menus that can cater for everything from working lunches to full dining for your team.
Find out more:
Our bookable spaces
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The Snug
Enjoy the intimate ambiance of our sunken snug area, accommodating up to 30 people. This cosy nook is perfect for relaxed gatherings and informal business meetings, offering a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for any occasion.
- Capacity seated: 1 to 25
- Capacity standing: 1 to 30
- Bookable days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednseday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Semi Private area
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The Restaurant
Enjoy dining in our picturesque restaurant, accommodating up to 150 guests. With stunning garden views, it’s perfect for large gatherings, corporate events, and special celebrations. Experience an unforgettable dining atmosphere.
- Capacity seated: 1 to 120
- Capacity standing: 1 to 150
- Bookable days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednseday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Private area
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The Garden
Host your event in our stunning patio garden area, accommodating up to 200 guests. This expansive and picturesque space is perfect for weddings, corporate events, and grand celebrations, offering a beautiful outdoor setting that will leave a lasting impression.
- Capacity seated: 1 to 120
- Capacity standing: 1 to 200
- Bookable days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednseday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Semi Private area
- Dog Friendly
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Whole Venue
With its luxurious decor and exceptional amenities, our venue is the ideal choice for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. The elegant ambiance ensures your event will be remembered for years to come.
- Capacity seated: 1 to 300
- Capacity standing: 1 to 400
- Bookable days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednseday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Private area
- Screen Available
- Dog Friendly
Our meeting packages
Full Day meeting package
9am to 5pm
£50pp
- Arrival pastry, juice and coffee
- 2 course lunch with wine/beer/soft drink
- Afternoon coffees
- Mineral water
- No meeting room charge
Half Day meeting package
9am to 1pm
£20pp
- Arrival pastry, juice and coffee
- Afternoon coffees
- Mineral water
- No meeting room charge
Away Day meeting package
(Rooms sites only)
9am (Day 1) to 1pm (Day 2)
From £200pp
- Full Day meeting package on Day 1
- Half Day meeting package on Day 2
- Overnight stay
- Cooked breakfast
- £30pp dinner allowance
- No meeting room charge
Our 2-course lunch menu
Our ever-changing 2-course lunch menu at Reading in The Rising Sun showcases UK produce when it is at its very best.
We only work with trusted suppliers who share our values of seasonality and sustainability and our lovely chefs create dishes that are full of flavour and a treat for all the senses.
Join The Business Club
Join The Business Club and unlock the following:
- 10% off your food bill for parties of 4 or more
This offer is valid from Monday to Friday, between 12 and 5pm, and is available at any Heartwood Inn, not just The Rising Sun.
You’ll receive a unique QR code when you sign up. Just show it to your server when dining with a group of 8+ and the discount is yours.
Join us at any of our Heartwood Inns
Our meeting packages are available not only in Reading but at Heartwood Inns across the country.
Whether you’re planning something local or coordinating with colleagues in different regions, we’ve got you covered.
Each Heartwood Inn offers a professional environment with flexible spaces, tailored food and drink options and warm hospitality.
Join The Business Club
Get 10% off your food bill when you dine with 4 or more people between 12pm and 5pm from Monday to Friday when you join The Business Club.
Business Lunch
Join us for a business lunch with our seasonal dishes, prompt service and a relaxed setting, it’s the perfect spot for a working catch-up.
After Work Drinks
Wind down at The Rising Sun with after work drinks. Whether it’s a quick soft drink or a round with the team, we’ve got the perfect spot for you.