Crowne Plaza Reading

(11)
£3,400 - £4,700 for a package
Up to 140
122 Bedrooms
Exclusive Use
Wedding Licence

Description

Overlooking the River Thames, the Crowne Plaza Reading is a unique venue for your wedding day. Combining traditional and stylish architecture with contemporary design, the hotel is your perfect wedding venue from 10 up to 180 guests. The hotel's main banqueting room - the Riversuite, can comfortably seat up to 150 guests for dining. With the Thames as its stunning panoramic backdrop we can offer nibbles or reception drinks on the Riversuite terrace during the warmer spring and summer months. All our function rooms have their own private terrace; therefore you can fully enjoy the sunshine and relish those fabulous views in our idyllic settings. The moment you contact us, your dedicated wedding co-ordinator will arrange an appointment with you. it is important that you tell us what you have been dreaming of, so we understand all your needs. To us, every wedding is unique, so we want to make sure your wedding day is every bit as special as you would have imagine it. Let us look after you in a regal fashion so that you are able to enjoy the most important day of your life...

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Julie Muskaj
Congratulations on your engagement, we would love to meet you and show you around our wonderful venue, please enquire through Bridebook and we will set up a meet!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2008
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
No. of People In Team
2

Overview of Crowne Plaza Reading

Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
140
Reception Capacity
170
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
122
Sleeps No. of People
2
Bridal Suite
Honeymoon Suite

Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Sound System Available
Wedding Licence
Dancefloor Available
Outdoor Ceremony Available
Confetti Permitted

Wedding Venue Details

Water View
Spa On-Site
Disabled Access
On-Site Parking
In-House Wedding Coordinator
Ballroom
Landscaped Gardens
Outdoor Reception Space
Bridal Changing Facilities

Wedding Catering

In-House Wine List
In-house Catering
Alcohol Licence
Corkage Charge for Own Alcohol
External Catering Permitted
Halal Catering

Cultural Specialists

Other
Muslim Wedding Specialist
Asian Wedding Specialist

Pricing for Crowne Plaza Reading

Packages
(price per head)

Prices Start At
£70
Maximum Price
£94
Minimum Number of Guests
60
Red carpet on arrival Riversuite with Thames view Three course wedding breakfast with tea & coffee Half bottle of house wine per person Jug of iced water on each table Use of hotels cake stand & knife Chairs covers (white or black) and sashes (organza or satin) in your chosen colour scheme Dance Floor Complimentary overnight stay on a Bed & Breakfast basis for the Bride & Groom Arrival Drink with a Glass of Sparkling Wine
What is included in this pricing:
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Guest accommodation included
Couple accommodation included
Furniture included
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Wedding coordinator available on the day

Packages
(total price)

Prices Start At
£3,400
Maximum Price
£4,700
Number of Guests Included
30
This is a bespoke package deal, which you can alter to your tastes. The lower pricing is for 30 guests, and the higher pricing is for 50 guests.
What is included in this pricing:
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Multiple course wedding breakfast
Wedding coordinator available on the day
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Day before set up available
Couple accommodation included

Reviews for Crowne Plaza Reading
(11)

Nathan & Maria
Happy couple married in September
October 2024
Excellent
We recently had our wedding reception at the Crowne Plaza Reading. The day went perfectly and we have the Crowne Plaza team to thank for that. The event teams were very receptive to our questions and requests in the months leading up to the wedding. This made us feel well organised. The hotel catering team provided very delicious food. All our guests commented about how nice it was. The room looked beautiful when everything was laid out. We really liked having our own garden area for our guests to enjoy. The location is perfect. Both picturesque and near the town centre for our guests that travelled by public transport. On the day, the team were available and quick to respond to all of our needs. We couldn’t have asked for a better day. One we will remember fondly for the rest of our lives.
Alex and James
Happy couple married in March
April 2024
Simply the best wedding
Hi Julie, Just wanted to send a (rather delayed) thank you on behalf of myself and Alex for the incredible wedding day! It really couldn't have gone better for us and we're so grateful for the amazing work you did with us since we started planning this event. A massive thank you also to you and Ruva (I hope I'm spelling that right!) for the huge amount of work you both put in on the day. We're very very grateful. Also wanted to send on the picture we got together as a souvenir for you if you're interested! And wishing you all the best in future. Kind regards, James
A &G
Happy couple married in November
December 2023
Wedding day
Hi Julie, Hope you are well. G*** and I just wanted to say that we had an amazing day and we wanted to thank you and your team for all your help and hard work and making our day special 😊 Kind regards, A & G
B&L
Happy couple married in October
December 2023
Thank you
Hi Julie! Firstly, we are so sorry it's taken so long to reply! It's been a busy few weeks with our honeymoon and going back to work! Secondly, we would like to say a huge THANK YOU for everything! We had such an incredible day, and our guests were all saying how beautiful the venue was and how delicious the food was. We've been told we've set the bar for weddings in our friendship group ❤️ Everyone had a lovely time and really enjoyed it, including us. We are so grateful for everything. You made our special day so much more special. The room was amazing and could fit all my bridespeople in it as well as my huge dress, and I got fabulous photos on the balcony! We also loved the pool and breakfast! I honestly could not have imagined a better wedding day. It was everything I wanted! You and all the staff did such an amazing job. We'll definitely be coming back for our anniversary 😊 I've also been sharing how incredible my day was with people who have been looking for a wedding venue, so you may get lots more bookings for next year! We cannot say thank you enough ❤️ words cannot express how grateful we are. Kindest and warmest regards, B &L x
Faith O
Wedding: September
July 2023
Wedding Ceremony
I had a pleasant experience and was well assisted by the team and manager Bruno for my friend's wedding. The food was lovely as well.The food was lovely and the guests had an amazing time as well.Thanks!
Sylvester P
Wedding: October
June 2023
Wedding at Crowne Plaza
I must admit that it was a wedding I was attending at Crowne plaza reading. It was such an amazing experience with the service at point. Starting with drinks Sunil, Bijay as bar tenders were fun getting served drinks while we visited the bar each time for a drink. Antonio was well equipped with what the task at hand was his team with Sweyta, Karen and Ana made everything go smooth as ice. Thank you guys for an amazing experience. You guys are the reason why we as guest had a fantastic time. Lege
Les B
Happy couple married in April
June 2023
Belated wedding reception
After 2.5 years of cancellations etc at another hotel group we were at last able to have reception here on Saturday 23 April 2022. The Event Organiser Raluca made sure she was available in case any problems however minor arising could be sorted straight away giving us perfect peace of mind. The Restaurant manager Bruno was there until the end at midnight along with his great team of waiters. The whole event was magical and we felt so special everybody was so friendly it felt as if they were all
Anonymous
Happy couple married in April
May 2023
Thank you card
We cannot thank you enough for your tireless effort to ensure we had a special day. It was perfect in every way. Also please thank your colleagues and team.
Don & Helen
Happy couple married in April
May 2023
Wedding day
We had our wedding at Crowne Plaza Reading in April and it was absolutely exquisite. The venue was stunning, the service was perfect (and went above and beyond in multiple ways), the food was delicious. Everyone said it was wonderful. I cannot thank enough everyone for their service.
Diane Frazer Photography
Wedding: May
May 2023
Wonderful Riverside Location
Since 2014 I've been proud to be a recommended supplier at the Crowne Plaza. Highlights include taking Brides and Grooms onto Caversham Bridge and across the other side of the River Thames to the picturesque Caversham Court Gardens for couple portraits. I've also photographed onboard a boat going up the River Thames to Mapledurham lock and back which was a nice touch during the drinks reception before embarking for dinner at the hotel. Wedding Breakfasts at the Crowne Plaza have always been delicious! It has been great working with their wedding coordinators and catering teams over the years. All the staff I've had the pleasure of working with are helpful, polite and friendly. I also know people who have stayed at the hotel and returned on several occasions using it as a base when visiting family and friends in Reading.

Location & Contact Details for Crowne Plaza Reading

Wedding Venue Address

Caversham Bridge, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8BD, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Reading city centre

Nearest Motorway & Junction

J10

Nearest Train Station

Reading train station

Nearest Airport

Heathrow

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Describe the best wedding that happened at Crowne Plaza Reading?

Each event is unique because every couple is unique for our team.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Trust the wedding coordinator and the process explained at the beginning of conversations.

What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?

Our favourite personal touch is the connection that we build with every couple, understanding who they are and what they like.

Describe Crowne Plaza Reading in 5 adjectives

Great location, flexible space for events creativity, easy access for your guests, romantic location, nature, outside space, river view.

Where’s the best photo spot at Crowne Plaza Reading?

Riverside terrace, by the river, Caversham Bridge overlooking Thames river.

Have you had any celebrity guest or wedding at Crowne Plaza Reading?

N/A

What’s your favourite canapé?

Virgin Mary shots with celery and cracked black pepper.

What’s your favourite midnight treat?

Sausage rolls; Mediterranean vegetable ciabatta pizza; Chocolate & walnut brownie.

What is Crowne Plaza Reading most unique feature?

Location on Thames River and access to private terrace.

What part of your business are you most proud of?

Flexibility of the space, easy access to the hotel, location, green area surrounding the hotel.

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