Description
Your Wedding at a Historic Reading Landmark
If you’re dreaming of a wedding venue that blends history, character, and charm, The Three Guineas in the heart of Reading is a perfect choice. This Grade-II listed building, designed by the famous engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, offers a unique and memorable setting for your special day. While it hosts various private events, it truly shines as a venue for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding celebrations.
Celebrate in the Firefly Cellar Bar
The highlight of The Three Guineas is the Firefly Cellar Bar — a beautifully vaulted, brick-arched space that creates an intimate and inviting atmosphere. This private area includes its own entrance, dedicated restrooms, and a fully stocked bar, giving you and your guests exclusive use throughout your event. The elegant seating and historic details make it a standout spot for your wedding celebration.
Capacity and Catering Tailored to Your Day
The Firefly Cellar Bar comfortably hosts weddings of various sizes, accommodating up to 150 guests for a standing reception or 60 guests seated. The venue’s culinary team specializes in refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients—ensuring your guests enjoy delicious, high-quality food that complements your celebration.
Why Couples Love The Three Guineas:
- Historic Charm: Celebrate in a Grade-II listed building designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
- Exclusive Venue: Enjoy private use of the Firefly Cellar Bar with its own entrance and facilities.
- Flexible Guest Capacity: Perfect for intimate gatherings or medium-sized receptions (up to 150 standing, 60 seated).
- Prime Location: Conveniently located at Reading Station, making it easy for guests to attend.
- Atmospheric Ambiance: Stunning vaulted ceilings and original brickwork create a truly memorable backdrop.
Location & Contact Details for The Three Guineas
What makes The Three Guineas a unique wedding venue in Reading?
The Three Guineas is a Grade-II listed building designed by renowned engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, offering historic charm and architectural beauty that create a memorable setting for your wedding day.
Where is The Three Guineas located?
The venue is conveniently located at RG1 1LY, Reading, Berkshire, England, right at Reading Station, making it easily accessible for you and your guests.
What parts of The Three Guineas are available for wedding celebrations?
The Firefly Cellar Bar is the dedicated wedding space at The Three Guineas, featuring a vaulted, brick-arched cellar with a private entrance, exclusive restrooms, and a fully stocked bar.
How many guests can The Firefly Cellar Bar accommodate for weddings?
The Firefly Cellar Bar can host up to 150 guests for a standing reception and up to 60 guests for a seated wedding reception, making it suitable for intimate to medium-sized celebrations.
Does The Three Guineas offer catering services for weddings?
Yes, their culinary team provides refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients to ensure delicious and high-quality food that complements your wedding celebration.
Can I have private use of the Firefly Cellar Bar during my wedding?
Absolutely. When you book the Firefly Cellar Bar, you and your guests will have exclusive use of the space, including its own entrance, facilities, and bar throughout your event.
What kind of atmosphere can couples expect at The Three Guineas?
The venue offers an atmospheric ambiance with stunning vaulted ceilings, original brickwork, and historic details that create an intimate and charming backdrop for your wedding.
Is The Three Guineas suitable for rehearsal dinners and post-wedding celebrations?
Yes, The Three Guineas is ideal for hosting a variety of wedding-related events including rehearsal dinners and post-wedding celebrations in addition to the main reception.
How convenient is the location of The Three Guineas for wedding guests?
Located within Reading Station, The Three Guineas offers excellent transport links, making it easy for local and out-of-town guests to attend your wedding celebrations.
Why do couples choose The Three Guineas for their wedding venue?
Couples love The Three Guineas for its combination of historic charm, exclusive use of a unique vaulted cellar bar, flexible guest capacity, and prime location in the heart of Reading.
