Wedding Day

The Town Hall Reading

Ceremony

Double-Barrelled Brewery

Reception

Carriages

Evening Reception

The Last Crumb

Day After Celebration

Our Wedding

You need a hotel in Reading with parking options that’s also in Reading town center? Say hello to Pentahotel Reading, we think you're going to get along. It's a 206-bedroom, six-floor property designed with style and comfort in mind. At its heart is the iconic Pentalounge: part bar, part restaurant and part chill-out area, it’s an ideal place to unwind after a long day or get together to plan your next adventure. If you've never been to Berkshire before, this is the place to start.

pentahotel Reading

This unique residence is a modern reworking of the Great Western Hotel, built in 1844 and reputed to be the oldest surviving railway hotel in the world. The hotel is conveniently located in the city center, providing easy access to all that the city has to offer, yet it has kept the original ambiance of the historic building. The building also contains a chic brasserie, sumptuous bar and meeting amenities.

Malmaison Reading

On the banks of the River Thames, the Crowne Plaza Reading is a 5-minute drive from the center of Reading. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, and paid car parking. Guests can relax in the health club and spa. The stylish rooms each have an LCD satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini bar. An iron and hairdryer are also provided, while private bathrooms feature cozy bathrobes. This Crowne Plaza’s health club has a 17-yard infinity pool, sauna, steam room, spa bath and a modern gym. Reading Rail Station is a 10-minute walk away, providing 25-minute links to central London. Heathrow Airport can be reached in 25 minutes’ drive via the M4 motorway. Riverside Restaurant offers food made using local ingredients, served in the sleek restaurant or on the riverside terrace. The elegant bar has a light menu, and 24-hour room service is also available.

Village Hotel Reading

This hotel does not offer 24-hour reception. Some services may be subject to additional charges.

Premier Inn Reading Central

At Travelodge Reading Central, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests.For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Travelodge Reading Central with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping.Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hotel. At Travelodge Reading Central, affordable refreshments are available 24/7 through the convenient vending machines on-site.

Travelodge Reading Central

With a leisure center and stylish restaurant, Novotel Reading Center is just 2 minutes’ walk from Reading Railway Station. The modern hotel has a 24-hour front desk and a cozy lounge bar. The spacious rooms each have a work desk and internet access. All rooms feature a mini-bar, a private bathroom with free toiletries, and an LCD TV. The Novotel Leisure Club features a fully equipped fitness center with flat-screen TVs. Guests can relax in the sauna, steam room or the heated indoor swimming pool. Elements Restaurant serves an international menu, while the bar offers fresh coffees, fine wines and snacks. Hearty breakfasts are served daily, and 24-hour room service is available. The Novotel Reading Center is just 3 miles from the Madejski Stadium and the M4 motorway. London Paddington Railway Station is a 30-minute train ride from Reading Station. Up to 2 children under 16 years receive free breakfast and stay free when sharing a family room with adults. This offer includes late check-out upon request, until 17:00 hours and a children’s menu. The mid-week breakfast is served from 06:30 to 10:00. Weekend breakfast is from 07:00 to 11:00.

Novotel Reading Centre

Accommodation 

Alesha Nicholls

Sophie Marlow

Lottie Roberts

Sarah Hillier

Sarah Dowdle

Nicola Morrison

Wedding Party

Day One 12:00 Guests Arrive13:00 Ceremony13:30 Town Hall Bar15:00 Buses16:00 Dinner18:00 Speeches19:00 Evening Guests Arrive19:00 First Dance &amp; Party21:00 Silent Disco00:30 Last Orders01:00 Carriages Day Two 12:00-17:00 @ The Last Crumb

Order of the Day 

Restaurants 

Clay's Kitchen &amp; Bar22-24 Prospect St, Reading RG4 8JG Blue Collar Corner15 Hosier St, Reading RG1 7QL OsakaUnit R16, Riverside Mall Level, Reading RG1 2AG Vino VitaMinerva House, 20 Valpy St, Reading RG1 1AR Tasty Greek Souvlaki20 Market Place, Reading RG1 2EG The Rising Sun16 Castle St, Reading RG1 7RD

Pubs

The Nags Head5 Russell St, Reading RG1 7XD The Greyfriar53 Greyfriars Rd, Reading RG1 1PA The Alehouse2 Broad St, Reading RG1 2BH Fox and Hounds 51 Gosbrook Rd, Reading RG4 8BN Siren RG11 Friars Walk, Reading RG1 1HP

SpinnersQueens Walk, Reading RG1 7QF Urban Fun50/52 Broad Street Mall, Reading RG1 7QE Boom Battle Bar12-14 Station Rd, Reading RG1 1JX Thames RivercruiseThames Side Promenade, Caversham, Reading RG1 8BD Reading Biscuit Factory1 Queens Walk, Reading RG1 7QE

Historic

Reading MuseumBlagrave St, Reading RG1 1QH Reading Abbey RuinsAbbot's Walk, Reading RG1 3HW

Things to Do In Reading

Dress Code

Photos

Q + A

Registry

The most important thing to us is having you with us to celebrate our day. But should you wish to give a gift, we would appreciate a donation to our honeymoon fund where we will be heading to Mexico in October 2026. Libby Nicholls04-29-0964235491

Libby & Alistair

Libby & Alistair

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