The Best Places To Go On a Night Out in Reading

There are a lot of people out there that still don’t know much about Reading beyond its University, which is a damn shame.

There are good reasons why there has been 89% student satisfaction at the University of Reading in the past, and graduates continue to comment on their great experiences there and in the town itself too. As well as receiving an education of outstanding quality, they also have access to a varied and exciting nightlife in the town of Reading itself. There are a lot of great places for students and non-students to spend a night out and relieve themselves of their daily stresses.

The Casinos

For those of you that want a night out of gaming and relaxation, there are a few great casinos in reading for you to choose from where you can have a cocktail, sample some delicious food and play some games – who knows, you might even end up winning big money!

Genting Casino

The Genting Club is one of the top choices when it comes to casinos in Reading and gets great reviews. Everything you want in a night out is all right here in one place. They serve gourmet food, have a first class bar with a great selection of drinks, and have a regular entertainment programme and daily poker tournaments for you to take part in. There’s a great atmosphere and, even if you don’t want to play their vast selection of games, there are some cosy lounge spaces where you and your friends can just kick back and watch the live entertainment.

Grosvenor (south)

There are two Grosvenor casinos in Reading, although it is the south casino that gets the most attention. Like the Genting Club, this casino has food, drink, entertainment and a lot of great games to choose from. Grosvenor love their roulette and blackjack games and have more than a few tables for both, as well as poker tables and a private Card Room. The blackjack tables in particular are a favourite for many and the stage for the live performers is right next door, so you can keep playing while listening to some great live musicians and tribute bands. If you haven’t played blackjack before then here is the place to do it, so be sure to watch some blackjack video guides and get to grips with the basic rules and then play the night away at the Grosvenor.

The Bars

When it comes to bars, there are options for everybody and no matter what kind of atmosphere you’re looking for there is a place for you to go.

Purple Turtle

If you want live music and brewed ales then this is the place to be. Purple Turtle is a lively venue that puts on a range of different performances to suit all tastes. From Rock n Roll to burlesque, you’ll find it all right here- and the prices aren’t bad either. This is a great place to lounge around with some friends or do a bit of dancing. They also put on a range of festivals and events all year round, so make sure to check out their website to see what’s on.

Forbury’s

If you’re looking for a more relaxed and sophisticated evening, then you should visit Forbury’s Restaurant and Wine Bar. As well as being an award-winning French-British restaurant, they have an extensive selection of wines for guests to sample. It’s perfect for date nights and relaxed drinks with a few friends. The atmosphere is soothing and peaceful as well as luxurious and for such an amazing experience, their prices will pleasantly surprise you.