Dog Friendly — Pubs in Reading
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Found 39 dog friendly pubs in Reading
Park House (University of Reading)
Park House, Whiteknights Campus, Reading RG6 6UR
The University's old Senior Common Room is now open to the general public. Five ales are usually available (mostly LocAle) and an array of styles feature. It's a popular venue for the mature University community and can get very busy between 5-7 in the evening. Non-accredited vehicles are not allowed on campus until after 5pm - however a regular bus service drops off inside the campus. Open from midday during University term-time and during Christmas and Easter vacations; if in doubt, please ring in advance. Almost uniquely, the bar is cashless.
Fidget & Bob
The Plaza, Kennet Island, Reading RG2 0GX
Now trading as an 'all day cafe bar', this is a small, new-build, community focused outlet serving the recent Kennet Island development. Bottled and canned beer only, though an impressive range is stocked. The selection includes: Siren Craft Brew, Finchhamstead, Berkshire Harbour Brewing, Kirkland, Cornwall Wild Beer, Evercreech, Somerset Magic Rock, Huddersfield, Yorkshire Innis & Gunn, Edinburgh Thistly Cross Cider, Dunbar, East Lothian
Greyfriar
53 Greyfriars Road, Reading RG1 1PA
A modern-looking yet traditional pub with eight handpumps and 14 keg lines, offering an impressive choice of beers from independent breweries. Bottled and canned beers also come from country-wide and foreign suppliers. Tap takeovers by various brewers are held on occasion. A small range of paninis is available. A regular quiz night is held every other Monday. Convenient for the railway station and popular with the after-work crowd.
Dairy
Building L14 Redlands Road, University of Reading, Reading RG1 5AQ
Situated on the University's London Road Campus in the old dairy buildings , it is open to visitors with University of Reading staff and students receiving discounts. It boasts a large range of draught, craft beers and ciders. There are nine HD screens, two pool tables, a juke box and a full coffee bar. It has longer opening hours during term time, but is closed over Christmas & Easter, please check the website at these times. As is true of the whole University estate, cash is not accepted here.
Salisbury Conservative Club
316 Kings Road, Reading RG1 4HX
The club was established in 1897 when a group of businessmen got together and decided that they would like to form a club. They met regularly at a local ale house and formed a basic set of rules together with an objective of what they wanted to achieve. The club is run by a Management Committee, the members of which are elected by the club membership. Affilated to The Association of Conservative Clubs. Please note - this club has a dress code.
Botanist
1-5 King Street, Reading RG1 2HD
New bar, located in the old Barclays Bank. Quirky, rustic potting shed theme - plenty of distressed wood, floral ironwork, caged lighting, various agricultural bric-a-brac etc. The interior has been cleverly seperated into discrete sections each with their own character, so there's a fairly cosy and intimate feel though beware that food takes prescedence over drinking at busy times. Keg beers include Sirencraft. Large selection of bottled foeign beers available, illustrated in books on each of the tables with ambitious prices.
Double-Barrelled Brewery Tap
Unit 20 Stadium Way, Reading RG30 6BX
Large, modern tap room with outside seating. 12 keg lines serving Double-Barrelled and other craft breweries’ beer. Gin and wine are also available, and cans to take away. Street food pop-ups on occasional Saturdays; at other times you can bring in your own food. Brewery tours are available and must be booked in advance. Currently one small step up to access the building and no disabled toilet – hoping to have full disabled access by autumn 2019.
Allied Arms
57 St. Mary's Butts, Reading RG1 2LG
A town-centre pub dating from around 1828, with two cosy bars entered through the side passage, not the front door. An enhanced range of up to 10 ales is available each weekend. The large walled garden is a popular refuge from the chaos of the town, with patio heaters for colder nights. A wide and interesting selection of music is available on the jukebox. The pub hosts a regular charity quiz. Note that since summer the pub no longer takes cash payments; card only.
Back of Beyond
104-108 King's Road, Reading RG1 3BY
This Wetherspoon pub stands on the site of a ginger-beer factory, later used as a Salvation Army barracks. It has the usual JDW mixture of tables, chairs and booths, and its long rectangular lounge stretches back to look out on the Kennet & Avon Canal. Prints of old Reading adorn the walls. Good-sized outdoor seating area to the rear. Uses stillaging at the expense of handpumps during the JDW beer festivals. Quiz night Wednesdays
Bel & the Dragon
Gas Works Road, Reading RG1 3EQ
Bar and restaurant housed in a tastefully converted former industrial building on the waterfront of the River Kennet and now ownned by Fullers. The smart, modern bar serves beer from local breweries. A real fire and an eclectic mix of soft furnishings create an atmospheric environment, which can get lively around peak dining times. The separate restaurant offers upmarket dining of excellent quality - drinks can be taken in from the bar. Check out the little free museum a bit further up from the boat which features a fully-restored old gypsy caravan from the turn of the century.
Blagrave Arms
35 Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1PW
After a thorough refurbishment a few years back, the Blagrave sports a modern interior with a slant towards the late-night crowd, with DJ sets and karaoke being commonplace events (check out their active Facebook group for what's coming up!). An actively gay-friendly venue but all are welcome to enjoy the pub and atmosphere. There are three handpumps at the bar, usually hosting beers from local breweries. Bag in a box cider is sometimes available. Close to Reading's transport hub.
Butler
85-91 Chatham Street, Reading RG1 7DS
Named after Butler's Wine Merchants, who operated from these premises many years ago, this is very much a local pub in the heart of town. Taken over by a consortium after a long period of Fuller's stewardship, there has been an ongoing process of upgrading both inside and out. Ales are from regional and local breweries, including some unusual choices for the area. Live music is a weekly feature and draws large crowds.
Palmer Tavern
128 Wokingham Road, Reading RG6 1JL
Refurbished in summer of 2016, formerly known as the College Arms. Now aimed at the student population, with a large single bar and garden. Dart board, pool table and numerous screens. Loyalty card scheme available for customers giving discount on ales, craft beers & spirits. Sunday night quiz from 8pm. Pay and display car park but free to customers.
Outlook
76-78A Kings Road, Reading RG1 3BJ
Larger-than-it-looks upmarket Greene King outlet and a popular lunchtime destination for local office workers. A 10% discount is applied to all for real ales on Sundays and CAMRA members all week. Nice window seats at the rear 'turret' overlooking the Kennet. Pool table in the top bar. Karaoke on Sundays and Motown special on 3rd Friday of the month.
Corn Stores
10 Forbury Road, Reading RG1 1SB
Re-opened December 2018 after a huge refurbishment to put in a cocktail bar and steak restaurant. It is now owned by Rare Breed Dining who have the Shurlock Inn at Shurlock Row. No cask ale, but a wide range of bottled are stocked including Siren Craft and Meantime. Members lounge on third floor.
BrewDog Reading
11 Castle Street, Reading RG1 7SB
Popular craft beer bar, 29 taps serving a variety of Brewdog and guest beers. Third pint flights of 4 beers available. Regular tap takeovers. Food (burgers, hot dogs and wings) features vegetarian, vegan and gluten free choices and is available until 10 pm. Beer hall upstairs available for community events including an indie market. Book swap and board games. Beers from the fridge are available for take away.
Weather Station
19 Eldon Terrace, Reading RG1 4DX
The former Eldon Arms was unexpectedly re-opened in September 2019 combining a dual role as a tap for the Wild Weather Brewery and as a backstreet pub, being 10 minutes walk from the centre of Reading. While majoring on keykeg craft beers from the UK and overseas there are always a couple of Wild Weather real ales served. Unashamedly modern decor, with various cartoon art prints. Card payments only - no cash.
Foresters Arms
79-81 Brunswick Street, Reading RG1 6NY
Thoroughly refurbished and re-opened in March 2020, knocking the two bars into one but retaining the old side corridor. The feel is 'traditional pub' and it's been very popular with local residents - the busiest for years. Usually three ales available. The rear garden has been tidied-up and is a pleasant sun-trap on summer evenings.
Alehouse
2 Broad Street, Reading RG1 2BH
Popular drinking establishment which always leaves an impression on visitors with its quirky wooden fixtures and reclaimed wooden floor. As a champion of microbreweries, both local and further afield, rare and unusual ales are frequently found on the pumps. A selection of real ciders and perries is also available. Often busy around the bar area, those wishing for a more peaceful drink can take advantage of the secluded snugs at the back of the pub.
Hop Leaf
163-165 Southampton Street, Reading RG1 2QZ
Re-opened 20/08/21 after a refurb and a long period of closure.
Castle Tap
120 Castle Street, Reading RG1 7RJ
Alongside its changing selection of real ales and ciders, the Castle Tap boasts an excellent range of bottled and canned beers. While offering a warm welcome to visiting real ale aficionados and craft beer fans, it maintains a friendly local atmosphere. Frequent live music and other events are well worth checking out. And for those feeling peckish, cheeseboards are available. The back room can be booked for functions.
Jolly Anglers
314-316 Kennet Side, Reading RG1 3EA
Re-opened in Spring 2019 following a refurbishment, The Jolly Anglers is a friendly freehouse situated on the side of the Kennet & Avon canal, close to the junction with the River Thames. The owners have installed a Spanish poolside feel in the rear garden. The pool isn't available for punters though - just paying guests in the accommodation! Note winter opening hours - 4pm onwards Mon-Weds, 2pm onwards Thurs-Fri, Midday Sat-Sun
Lyndhurst
88 Queens Road, Reading RG1 4DG
Family run bar & kitchen, the Lyndhurst maintains its presence as a smart town pub with with good range of real ale with many locally-sourced. Fresh seasonal food with menus changing monthly. Music & beer festivalin Easter.
Malmaison
Station Road, Reading RG1 1JX
Upmarket hotel bar specialising in cocktails and spirits. No real ale. Keg beers including Brewdog served in 1/2 and 2/3 pint measures and also in bottles. The bar operates independently of the hotel and restaurant, with bar food available from all menus. Low lighting levels throughout with background music noticeably louder in the evenings.
Nags Head
5 Russell Street, Reading RG1 7XD
With the wide range of real ales, real cider and perry always has on offer, visitors can be sure to find something to their tastes here. There is also a craft beer wall, with vessel and dispense type clearly indicated on the adjacent blackboard. A selection of board games are available for those wanting to while away a few sociable hours. The pub gets very busy on Reading FC match days. Dedication to quality has seen them regularly make an impact in the CAMRA national Pub of the Year competition.
Oakford Social Club
53 Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1PZ
Modish venue near the train station. Several craft & foreign beers on tap in addition to cask. Live music every Sunday and two other evenings a week. Occasional beer and music festivals. Food served until 10pm. Dogs on a lead welcome; children OK until 6pm. Wheelchair access by side ramp - need someone to ask for the door to be opened. Can take a while to get served when busy.
Pheasant
225 Southampton Street, Reading RG1 2RB
Two bar local's pub that was refurbished a few years ago, the left hand bar is the quiet bar. No real ale available, the closest thing you'll find is bottled Newcastle Brown.
Pond House
738 Oxford Rd, Reading RG30 1EH
Large roadside pub, refurbished in October 2016 and much improved from it. Pool and darts available.
Queens Head
54 Christchurch Road, Reading RG2 7AZ
A delightful old building close to the University's Whiteknights campus, 50 yards from the Shinfield Road entrance. Has good a la carte pub food, with an emphasis on high quality but good value. Sells three real ales, often with a local slant. Local hotel guests and CAMRA members 7% discount. Also has loyalty discounts.
Retreat
8 St John's Street, Reading RG1 4EH
A well-loved back-street boozer with a traditional layout, refurbished in 2021. A wide selection of real ales is squeezed into the small bar. The landlord tends to concentrate on well-known regional brands; however, there is a good range of more eclectic choices available in bottles, as well as a number of ciders. The pub is locally renowned for regular live music and hosting community events. A popular quiz night is held every second Wednesday of the month. You can bring your own food.
Roebuck
37 Auckland Road, Reading RG6 1NY
A true backstreet ‘local’; find the Roebuck's impressive façade a short walk from the Wokingham Road. The comfortable bar stretches right across the frontage while to the rear is a separate sporting area with pool, darts and gaming machines. All Freeview big games live on their many screens! There is also a pleasant patio area at the side. Parking at rear. Fields a darts and poll team. Food is served noon to 9pm Monday to Thursday and bar snacks noon to 11pm Friday to Sunday.
Royal Albion
642 Oxford Road, Reading RG30 1EH
Refurbished in the last couple of years and looking smarter from it. Separate pool and darts room and outside drinking area at side.
Sportsman
201 Shinfield Road, Reading RG2 7DS
Large comfortable pub on the corner of Shinfield Road and Elm Road. Good value food is served all day, with meal-deals Mon-Sat. A proper local pub at the heart of its community, with a quiz on Wednesday night and Killer Pool on Sunday night.
Sun Inn
16 Castle Street, Reading RG1 7RD
Town centre pub and reputedly the oldest in Reading. Rambling interior. Plenty of screens for sporting events alongside pool, darts and crib.
Three Guineas
Station Approach, Reading RG1 1LY
The Three Guineas is a Grade II listed pub located in the old ticket hall of Reading railway station. Thoroughly refurbished by Fullers a few years ago to high standard featuring ornate tiling, old railway memorabilia and a selection of classic clocks. There's a large outdoor seating area in front but unfortunately you can't access the platforms directly, so make sure you leave enough time for your train! Note - no cash since COVID, card payments only.
Three Tuns
191 Wokingham Road, Reading RG6 1LT
A large pub at the end of the 17 bus route with the original two bars combined into one. The beers in its new Craft Beer chill cabinet include Brew Dog. Food, they claim, is traditional pub fare with a modern twist. Major sporting events regularly shown on Sky Sports and BT Sports. Quiz nights every Thursday evening. 10% discount for students & NHS staff.
Turks Head
31 London Road, Reading RG1 5BJ
The Turks is an extremely welcoming and traditional British pub. This pub nestles alongside the London Road bus lane and is much larger than you might expect. Pool tables at the far end. Traditional pub food. Local cover bands can really pack them in here like nowhere else in town.
Hope & Bear
151-153 London Road, Reading RG1 5DE
A thriving gastropub which regularly seems to change its name. Usually 5 ales on offer, with a range of keg beers, including Siren Craft, and bottled foreign beers. Westons cider is available summertime only. Boards games group Wednesdays. Beer gardens on either side of the pub offer plenty of spots to enjoy fine weather.
Wishing Well
280 Oxford Road, Reading RG30 1AD
Refurbished in July 2018, a small Irish pub on Oxford Road. No real ale. Vaping allowed inside the pub. No children after 8pm.