Hen Party in Reading
Activities
Cocktail Making Class
- Fun cocktail making classes
- Welcome drink
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Includes food options
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£34.00 - Now £32.50
Life Drawin
- Male life model
- Includes a tutor
- City centre private venue
- All drawing materials included
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£36.00 - Now £35.00
Dance Party Ideas
- 40+ Dance party themes
- Props used in some classes
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Lip Sync Battle
- Choose your song
- Two teams battle
- Choreographed routine
- Props included
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£32.00 - Now £27.00
The Hen Challenge
- Choose any Two activities
- Bubble Mayhen
- Old School Sports Day
- Dodgeball & More
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£48.00 - Now £45.00
Smartphone Hen Party Treasure Hunt
- Self-run – start any time
- Includes 3 pub challenges
- Specifically designed for hens!
- Challenges, clues and puzzles
- £16.00
Bubble Mayhen
- Games like bulldog & relay races
- Bounce, Bump & Boing!
- Mr & Mrs Quiz at half time
- Co-ordinated event
- £27.00
Olympic Shames
- Silly Innuendo Games
- Great for hen parties
- Tutus in team colours
- Adult version of sports day
- £34.50
Old School Sports Day
- Retro fun games
- Egg & spoon, sack race
- Play in teams/ houses
- Venue hire included
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£29.00 - Now £27.00
ABBA Dance
- Classic ABBA songs
- Learn a dance routine to ABBA
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Spice Girls Dance
- Learn a Spice Girls routine
- Held in city centre venues
- Experience dance instructor
- Spectators come free
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised city treasure hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest app technology
- Team challenges, clues, puzzles, scavenger hunts
- £16.00
Dodgeball
- Learn and play dodgeball
- Bibs and headbands
- Play many mini games
- Sport venue hire included
- £28.00
Line Dancing
- Line dance routine
- Country music
- Experienced instructor
- Bubbly for the hen
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Ceramic Painting
- Three items to paint
- Plate for the bride
- High quality paints
- Take home creations!
- £44.00
Beyoncé Texas Hold 'Em
- This Ain’t Texas…
- Learn Beyoncé’s routine
- Experienced dance instructor
- Complimentary bubbly
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Barbie Dance
- Barbie themed routine
- Central venues
- Fun dance instructor
- Bubbly provided
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Cocktail Masterclass & Meal
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Fun & Games
- Enjoy a 2 Course Meal
- City centre venues
- £43.50
Burlesque Dance
- Fun burlesque themed routine
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
- Fun props like fans or boas
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Escape Rooms
- Interactive escape rooms
- Challenges, puzzles, clues
- Themed rooms
- Will you escape in time!
- £27.00
Go Karting
- Fast, furious racing
- Latest go karts
- Morning & afternoon sessions
- Winner presentation & prize
- £56.00
90’s Dance
- Learn a fun 90’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
80's Dance
- Learn a fun 80’s dance routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Combat Archery Tag
- Dodgeball but with Arrows
- Battle against each other
- Bunkers and barriers
- Latest Archery Craze
- £33.00
Mobile Cocktail Making
- Make cocktails at your own venue
- Learn to mix & shake cocktails
- Includes all drinks & equipment
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £39.95
Mobile Life Drawing
- Life model
- All drawing materials included
- Different nude poses
- Comes to your venue
- £29.50
Bella Italia - Two Course Meal & Unlimited Prosecco
- Traditional Italian dishes
- Large set menu choice
- Unlimited drink options
- Popular Italian restaurant
- £41.00
Art of Seduction
- Learn some cheeky techniques
- Male model included
- Whips, paddles, blindfolds
- Private room in city centre
- £35.00
Boy Band Dance
- Nostalgic dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Cakes & Cocktails
- Modern central bar venues
- 1 cocktail per person
- Selection of open sandwiches
- Scones & desserts
- £26.00
Beyoncé Single Ladies Dance
- She put a ring on it!
- Fun dance class to single ladies
- Central private venue
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Binocular Football
- Crazy binocular football goggles
- Football bibs and headbands
- Event co-ordinator
- Challenges and 5 a-side
- £27.00
Chicago Dance
- Jazz hands at the ready ladies!
- Dress to impress
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Belly Dance
- Get your hips ready!
- Dress to impress
- Available in central venues
- Guided by dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Chocolate Making
- Luxury chocolate
- Make chocolate bars
- Melt, dip and decorate
- Central venue included
- £45.00
Charleston Dance
- 1920’s dance theme
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Cocktail Workshop
- Create & make cocktails
- Mix, strain, shake & muddle
- Fun & games
- Trained mixologist
- £39.00
Popworld – Premium Spirits & Prosecco
- Queue jumper entry
- Bottles of prosecco
- 2 x Premium spirit bottles
- Reserved area
- £390.00
Revolución de Cuba - Cocktail Masterclass
- Cuban themed bar
- Mix and muddle cocktails
- Play fun games
- Bar Snacks included
- £32.50
Dirty Dancing Dance
- Fun dirty dancing routine
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt
- Fully organised pub quiz treasure hunt
- Self run – start any time
- Great value, latest technology
- Team challenges, great questions
- £16.00
Revolución de Cuba - Cocktail Workshop & Tapas Feast
- Mix and shake cocktails
- Fabulous venue
- Fun games & challenges
- Tasty Tapas Feast
- £40.00
Disney Dance
- Nostalgic dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Bollywood Dance
- Learn a story through dance
- City centre private venues
- Guided by an instructor
- Spectators free of charge
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Can Can Dance
- Energetic, high kicking dance routine
- Can Can skirts included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Hire a Cocktail Bartender
- Professional bartender hire
- All equipment is included
- Cocktail shopping list
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £230.00
Jive Dance
- Learn a Jive dance theme
- Taught by a dance instructor
- City centre private venues
- Spectators come free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Kisstory Dance
- Energetic dance class
- Professional instructor
- Private function room
- Fully choreographed routine
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Hip Hop Dance
- Learn a Hip Hop theme
- City centre private venues
- Expert instructor
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
GLEE Dance
- Inspired by hit TV show GLEE
- Songs include Don’t Stop Believing
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Little Mix Dance
- Chart hits dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Local Bar Guide
- Included within our packages
- List of local bars
- Party bars
- Save time researching
Madonna Vogue Dance
- Experienced dance instructor
- Learn the famous routine
- City centre private venues
- Spectators are free
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Kylie Dance
- Learn a Kylie dance routine
- City centre venues
- Includes a dance instructor
- Spectators come free
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Mobile Dance Party
- We come to you!
- 20+ Dance class themes
- Dance instructor
- Cottages, Apartments
- £23.00
Fascinator Making
- Create your own fascinator
- All materials included
- Take home your creation
- Vintage handmade headwear
- £47.00
Cocktail Ring Making
- Homemade cocktail ring
- Preciosa crystals, pearls, glass beads
- Presentation box
- Expert craft tutor
- £44.00
Flower Crown Making
- Comes to your venue
- Create beautiful flower crowns
- All materials and equipment included
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Grease Dance
- Taking you back to Rydell High
- Grease themed dance routine
- City centre private venues
- Pink Lady Jackets included
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Finger Food & Fizz
- Glass of prosecco
- Hot & cold finger food
- Reserved seating for 90mins
- Perfect for lunch or afternoon
- £15.50
Bunting Making
- We come to you!
- Bespoke bunting to suit your theme
- All materials and equipment included
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
- £44.00
Nipple Tassels
- Cheeky crafty activity
- Make nipple tassels
- Sequins, crystals, leatherette
- Learn construction techniques
- £44.00
Jewellery Making
- Homemade jewellery
- Bracelets, necklaces, earrings
- Precosia beads & vegan pearls
- Lovely presentation box
- £44.00
Knicker Making
- Customise knickers
- Great fun, cheeky activity
- Colourful fabrics
- Motifs, sequins, lace
- £44.00
Mobile Yoga Class
- A Yoga Class at your venue
- Yoga mats included
- All abilities catered for
- Cottages, Homes or Apartments
- £25.00
Mobile Pamper Party
- We bring the pamper to you
- 1 x 20 min treatment
- Massage & Facials
- Cottages, Apartments, Hotels
- £32.50
Musical Theatre Dance
- West End dance class
- Dance instructor
- Private venue
- Iconic songs & moves
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Butlers in the Buff
- Hot butler wearing just an apron
- Available day & evening
- Hire more than one
- Play games, serve drinks
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£199.00 - Now £180.00
Garter Making
- Bespoke garter making
- Ribbons, trims & charms
- Expert tuition
- Beautiful presentation box
- £44.00
Paintballing
- Competitive Action
- Fantastic courses
- Masks, overalls and guns
- Half day or full day
- £15.00
Nightclub Entry
- Nightclub entry
- Queue jumper, so no waiting
- Nothing else to pay on the door
- Less hassle on the night
- £5.00
Popworld - Guestlist Entry
- Entry into a retro nightclub
- Queue jumper entry
- Flashing dance floor
- Reserved booths can be added
- £5.00
Cheerleading Dance
- High energy cheerleading routine
- Pom-poms included
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Personal Chef Service
- Gourmet dining experience
- Professional Chef
- Fresh ingredients used
- Cottages, Apartments, Homes
Thriller Dance
- Michael Jackson Thriller routine
- Fancy dress welcome
- City centre private venues
- Dance instructor
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Perfume Making
- Create your own fragrance
- Choose from 21 blends
- Free gift for the Bride to Be
- Classy hen activity
- £45.00
Strictly Dance
- Learn to become a Strictly Champion
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
- Spectators are free
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£28.00 - Now £25.00
Las Iguanas - Bottomless Brunch
- Tasty set brunch menu
- Choose a main meal
- Unlimited drinks for 2 hours
- Prosecco, cocktails, beer
- £40.00
Salsa Dance Class
- Traditional salsa dance
- Props used in some classes
- City centre private venues
- Experienced dance instructor
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Was
£28.00 - Now £25.00
Bella Italia - Bottomless Pizza & Prosecco
- Variety of pizzas
- Unlimited prosecco
- Italian restaurant
- Central locations
- £36.50
Bella Italia - 3 Course Meal & Drink
- 3 course meal
- Classic Italian
- Welcome drink
- City centre restaurant
- £33.00
Bella Italia - 2 Course Meal & Drink
- 2 course meal
- Main & dessert
- Welcome drink
- City centre restaurant
- £28.50
Las Iguanas - 3 Course Meal & Drink
- 3 course meal
- South American cuisine
- Welcome drink
- City centre restaurant
- £32.50
Cocktail Workshop & Buffet
- Learn to make cocktails
- Welcome drink
- Cocktails & shots
- Buffet included
- £40.00
Mobile Life Drawing & Butler
- Draw a Model
- All materials provided
- Cheeky butler experience
- Comes to your venue
- £29.00
Mobile Cocktail Class & Butler
- Hunky Mixologist
- 3 cocktails each
- Play games
- Everything included
- £42.50
Offers
The Hen Challenge
- Choose any Two activities
- Bubble Mayhen
- Old School Sports Day
- Dodgeball & More
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Was
£48.00 - Now £45.00
Discover on this page:
- Top 10 Hen Do Activities in Reading
- Best Bars for a Hen Do in Reading
- Hen-Friendly Bar Crawls in Reading
- Hen Party Restaurants in Reading
- Things to Do in Reading for a Hen Party
Hen Do Ideas Reading
Situated less than an hour outside the capital, bringing the girls along for a hen party in Reading is a fantastic idea if you’re looking to celebrate somewhere unique and exciting without the London prices! Known for being a popular university town, Reading boasts plenty of things to see and do during the day, so whether you’re hoping to kick back and relax or go all-out with a wild weekend, you can easily do both in Reading!
With a lively nightlife scene that comes alive after dark, Reading has no shortage of excellent bars and nightclubs where you and the girls can drink, dance and party all night long. So, if you’re looking for somewhere to bring the bride with plenty of unique charm and a great atmosphere, Reading is well worth thinking about!
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Top 10 Reading Hen Do Activities for 2025
1. Ceramic Painting
This relaxed, daytime activity is a chance to release your creative side as you use high quality paints to style your own pots and plates from scratch.
2. Bubble Mayhen
Get ready to unleash your competitive side as you jump into an inflatable bubble suit and battle it out in teams in a host of football minigames!
3. Lip Sync Battle
Split into teams, mime the words and bust a move to one of your favourite artist’s biggest tunes in this hilariously competitive experience.
4. Cocktail Making
Head to a lively bar in Reading town centre to be taught how to mix, shake and stir up your favourite cocktails in this brilliantly boozy class.
5. Dodgeball
Split into teams and get competitive as you battle it in this classic schoolyard game hosted by an activity instructor.
6. Escape Rooms
Figure out how to escape a themed room by solving cryptic riddles and puzzles before time runs out!
7. Dance Party
Learn the choreographed moves and steps to one of your favourite tunes in this beginner-friendly, instructor-led class.
8. Smartphone City Treasure Hunt
Explore Reading’s town centre uniquely by splitting into teams to compete in this exciting app-based adventure.
9. Old School Sports Day
A fantastic hen party activity that will have you and the girls playing various school sports challenges! Get ready to compete in the sack race, egg & spoon race and much more!
10. Olympic Shames
Unleash your sporty side as you split into teams to compete in a bunch of weird and wacky events in this hilarious Olympics-style activity.
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Reading Hen Party Packages
Our Reading hen party packages are a fantastic way to ensure you and the girls have an unforgettable time celebrating the bride's last weekend of freedom. Here's just a few of the benefits of booking hen party packages in Reading with Funktion Events:
Save Time: Less time spent on planning and more spent on getting excited!
Save Money: Cheaper than booking separate activities
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Hen Party Nights in Reading
When the time comes to get dressed up and hit the town, you and the girls are in for a fantastic time celebrating a hen night out in Reading! The booming heart of Reading nightlife can be found around Friar Street, with many bars, pubs and nightclubs to dive into for your night out.
So, whether you fancy sipping a few cocktails in a classy venue like High Spirits Cocktail Co. or enjoying live music somewhere like The Face Bar, there’s no limit to what you and the girls can get up to on a Reading hen night! With that being said, here are some of the best nightlife hotspots you and the girls should explore on the bride’s last weekend of freedom:
Friar Street
One of the town’s busiest thoroughfares, Friar Street is a popular and lively destination that’s perfect for all kinds of party-goers after dark!
- Playlist Live
- Lola Lo
- Revolución de Cuba
Gun Street
Situated on the southern side of the town centre you’ll find Gun Street, a fantastic place to spend your last night of freedom with the girls.
- Gun Street Garden
- The Cocktail Club
- The Purple Turtle
St Mary's Butts
Passing through the western side of the town centre is St Mary Butts, a hidden gem when it comes to Reading’s exciting nightlife scene!
- Artizan
- The Boundary
- The Allied Arms
King Street
To the east of the town centre is King Street, a popular and exciting nightlife hotspot that you simply can’t avoid on your last night of freedom.
- The Botanist
- The Outlook
- Dickens Bar
Best Bars for a Hen Do in Reading
Whether you’re looking for hidden gems or the most popular places to party all night, Reading has no shortage of fantastic bars worth visiting on a hen weekend in the town. From cosy and traditional places like Blue Collar Corner to vibrant venues like the Mojito Beach Bar, there’s something for everyone regarding Reading hen party bars! With that being said, here are some of our favourites that we haven’t mentioned yet:
With that being said, here are some of our favourites that we haven’t mentioned yet:
- O'Neill's - The UK's favourite Irish bar that never falls short of the mark!
- Wild Lime - A bustling and lively cocktail bar and club in the heart of Reading
- High Spirits Cocktail Company - The perfect place to enjoy some exceptional cocktails
Hen-Friendly Bar Crawls in Reading
With so many places to drink, dance and party, it should be no surprise that embarking on a bar crawl on your hen night in Reading is an easy way to ensure that the bride-to-be and the rest of the girls have an unforgettable time! So, if you plan on hitting the town and fancy exploring as many venues as you can, then we’d highly recommend following one of these simple, hen-friendly bar crawls in Reading:
Friar Street Bar Crawl
One of the town’s busiest thoroughfares, Friar Street is a popular and lively destination that’s perfect for all kinds of party-goers after dark!
- Playlist Live
- Lola Lo
- Revolución de Cuba
- Pitcher and Piano
- Slug & lettuce
Gun Street Bar Crawl
Situated on the southern side of the town centre you’ll find Gun Street, a fantastic place to spend your last night of freedom with the girls.
- BrewDog Reading
- Be At One
- The Cocktail Club
- The Purple Turtle
King Street Bar Crawl
To the east of the town centre is King Street, a popular and exciting nightlife hotspot that you simply can’t avoid on your last night of freedom.
- Old Coaching Inn
- Dickens Bar
- The Botanist Bar
- Outlook
- The Back of Beyond
Hen Party Restaurants in Reading
In between all the partying and activities you’re bound to get up to on your weekend away, it’s important that you make time to sit down to tuck into a delicious meal. There are plenty of places to dine around the city, with hotspots around Gun Street, Cross Street, and Oxford Road—just to name a few!
Fast Food
Are you hoping to grab something quick and delicious while exploring Reading? Fast food is easy to find in this city because the massive student population needs a quick bite to eat between their busy lines.
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Wendy’s
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Taco Bell
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Honest Burgers
Casual Dining
If you plan on setting aside some time for a wonderful meal but don’t want to spend a fortune, then one of Reading’s brilliant casual dining restaurants would be perfect.
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The Coconut Tree
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Bluegrass BBQ
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Tasty Greek Souvlaki
Fine Dining
For those of you hoping to splash the cash on a high-end meal at a luxurious fine-dining restaurant, one of the wonderful eateries will be sure to offer you an unforgettable experience.
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The Reading Room
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Miller and Carter
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Valpy Street Bar & Bistro
Things to Do in Reading for a Hen Party
Visit the Abbey Ruins - Explore the historic ruins of Reading’s Abbey, situated in the heart of the town centre.
Cocktail Workshop - Learn how to prepare and craft your very own cocktail concoctions with help from your experienced bartender host! - See More »
Bottomless Brunch - Make sure that you and the girls get your day off to a fantastic start by tucking into a delicious bottomless brunch at a lively town centre restaurant - See More »
Water Sports - The town is surrounded by a host of lakes, making Reading a brilliant place to take part in some exhilarating water sports on your weekend away.
Escape Rooms - Test your knowledge and problem-solving skills as you tackle a host of puzzles and riddles in a bid to escape before time runs out! - See More »
The Henley Distillery - Perfect for all the gin-lovers out there, The Henley Distillery makes for a fantastic place to take part in a gin tour and tasting session!
River Cruise - Looking for a laid-back experience? Then we’d highly recommend embarking on a relaxing afternoon cruising down the River Thames!
Flower Crown Making - Unleash your creative side and learn how to design and put together your very own stunning flower crown from scratch! - See More »
Visit the Casino - Jump into a gigantic inflatable bubble suit and take to the pitch to enjoy a host of wacky and hilarious football minigames with the girls!
Bubble Mayhen - Jump into a gigantic inflatable bubble suit and take to the pitch to enjoy a host of wacky and hilarious football minigames with the girls! - See More »
Comedy Club - If you're looking to get your laughter fix, then heading down to one of the town's four fantastic comedy clubs, each dotted around the centre of Reading.
Shopping at The Oracle - Situated on the banks of the River Kennet, this large shopping centre makes for a great place to go for a wander.
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