About the venue
We are located in the Broad Street Mall, on the corner of Oxford Road and Queens Walk.
A three-screen cinema, bar, coffee shop, live performance space, and community hub situated at the heart of Reading’s town centre. Our aim is to offer a fantastic, welcoming venue and create a setting where everyone can relax, work, meet, and create – all under one roof.
Fully Accessible.
How to get there
Reading Biscuit Factory
1 Queens Walk,
RG1 7QE
See map at bottom of page
Upcoming events
Wed 02
Apr
- 2025 -
Tasting Terroir - Greek Wine
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Join us for a wonderful evening of Greek wine exploration - informal, fun wine discovery in a room full of wine enthusiasts, just like you!
£45.00
Wed 09
Apr
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Wed 16
Apr
- 2025 -
Discover Wine!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
Wed 23
Apr
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it.
For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Wed 30
Apr
- 2025 -
Posh VS Plonk!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
How much should I spend on wine? Are more expensive wines better? Can you really taste the difference between a cheaper and more expensive bottle?
These are questions we get asked a lot so it's time to find out!
£40.00
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Wed 07
May
- 2025 -
Fizz, Fish and Chips!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...
£55.00
Wed 14
May
- 2025 -
Wines of Sicily
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
One of the most exciting, enthralling & evolving fine wine regions in Italy!
£45.00
Wed 21
May
- 2025 -
Discover the wines of Rioja!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The distinctive and storied wines of Rioja are considered by many as Spain’s best. Though historic, this is a dynamic and vibrant wine-growing region. Experience Rioja’s evolution firsthand as you enjoy exclusive tastings and discov...
£55.00
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Wed 04
Jun
- 2025 -
Grand Cru Wines of Alsace
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Explore the wonderfully complex and concentrated Grand Cru wines of Alsace!
£55.00
Wed 11
Jun
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Wed 18
Jun
- 2025 -
Hot, Smokin' BBQ Reds
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The sun is out - it's time to get summer ready and discover the very best red wines to enjoy alongside your BBQ!
£45.00
Wed 25
Jun
- 2025 -
English Cheese, Charcuterie & Wine
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
It's English Wine Week so what better time to celebrate our amazing range of cheese, charcuterie & wine?
£45.00
Wed 16
Jul
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it.
For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Wed 03
Sep
- 2025 -
Discover Wine!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
Wed 10
Sep
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it.
For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Starts Wed 17
Sep
- 2025 -
3 Week Old World Wine Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Discover the wines and regions of the top three wine-producing countries of the World!
£95.00
Wed 17
Sep
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Fantastic France!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Everything you have always wanted to know about French wines! At this tasting, we will decode French wines for you and give you the keys to understanding where they use the most common grape varieties.
£35.00
Wed 24
Sep
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Starts Wed 01
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes 3wk Course
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
This course offers wine lovers a unique chance to explore the more unusual and hard-to-find wines on the market.
The A-Z of Grapes will take you through 26 grape varieties one wine at a time.
£120.00
Wed 01
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 08
Oct
- 2025 -
Wine and Snacks Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
We've decided to shake up our wine and Crisp tasting and give it a little twist.
This time we are going to match Wines with the various snacks we enjoy.
£39.50
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Wed 15
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Discover Italy!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Welcome to the wonderful World of Wine looking at Italy!
Italy is a nation that loves its food and accompanies it with many exciting wines, during this evening we will do some food and wine matching and aim to crack the wine pairing code!
£35.00
Wed 22
Oct
- 2025 -
Winter Warmers - Red Wine Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The colder months are a great time to try a more rich, robust style of red wine that warms the heart & soul! A great way to while away an evening.
£35.00
Wed 29
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 05
Nov
- 2025 -
Posh Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Our Wine and Crisp tastings are very popular so we decided to up our game!
We are going to push the boat out for this Crisp pairing and we will have Posh crisps and Premium wines from around the world.
£49.50
Wed 12
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Explore Spain and Portugal!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
It's time to take a closer look at Iberian wine-making! There are so many changes going on in Spain and Portugal, these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world.
£35.00
Wed 19
Nov
- 2025 -
Red Wine and Chocolate!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Who doesn't enjoy wine and chocolate?
Perhaps two of the most indulgent treats around. Chocolate is notoriously tricky to pair with wine as there is such a taste explosion from the cocoa bean that it's hard for a wine to stand up to its intensity.
£45.00
Wed 26
Nov
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 03
Dec
- 2025 -
Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Discover the wonderful history of Whisk(e)y and sample a carefully chosen selection of this incredibly diverse spirit at our Whisky tasting class.
All the while pairing with some delectable chocolate.
£55.00
Wed 10
Dec
- 2025 -
Sparkling Wines for Christmas
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Come and enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wines. It's a great excuse to taste some delicious sparkling wines from around the world and work out what sparkling wines to serve at Xmas.
£50.00
Wed 17
Dec
- 2025 -
Christmas Port and Cheese Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Love Christmas?
Join us as we get into the festive spirit. We'll show you how to create some amazing seasonal cheese & wine combinations that will make your festive cheeseboard the envy of your friends and family.
£55.00
Wed 02
Apr
- 2025 -
Tasting Terroir - Greek Wine
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Join us for a wonderful evening of Greek wine exploration - informal, fun wine discovery in a room full of wine enthusiasts, just like you!
£45.00
Wed 09
Apr
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Wed 16
Apr
- 2025 -
Discover Wine!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
Wed 23
Apr
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it. For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Wed 30
Apr
- 2025 -
Posh VS Plonk!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
How much should I spend on wine? Are more expensive wines better? Can you really taste the difference between a cheaper and more expensive bottle?
These are questions we get asked a lot so it's time to find out!
£40.00
Wed 07
May
- 2025 -
Fizz, Fish and Chips!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...
£55.00
Wed 14
May
- 2025 -
Wines of Sicily
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
One of the most exciting, enthralling & evolving fine wine regions in Italy!
£45.00
Wed 21
May
- 2025 -
Discover the wines of Rioja!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The distinctive and storied wines of Rioja are considered by many as Spain’s best. Though historic, this is a dynamic and vibrant wine-growing region. Experience Rioja’s evolution firsthand as you enjoy exclusive tastings and discov...
£55.00
Wed 04
Jun
- 2025 -
Grand Cru Wines of Alsace
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Explore the wonderfully complex and concentrated Grand Cru wines of Alsace!
£55.00
Wed 11
Jun
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Wed 18
Jun
- 2025 -
Hot, Smokin' BBQ Reds
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The sun is out - it's time to get summer ready and discover the very best red wines to enjoy alongside your BBQ!
£45.00
Wed 25
Jun
- 2025 -
English Cheese, Charcuterie & Wine
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
It's English Wine Week so what better time to celebrate our amazing range of cheese, charcuterie & wine?
£45.00
Wed 16
Jul
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it. For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Wed 03
Sep
- 2025 -
Discover Wine!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
Wed 10
Sep
- 2025 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it. For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£39.50
Starts
Wed 17
Sep
- 2025 -
3 Week Old World Wine Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Discover the wines and regions of the top three wine-producing countries of the World!
£95.00
Wed 17
Sep
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Fantastic France!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Everything you have always wanted to know about French wines! At this tasting, we will decode French wines for you and give you the keys to understanding where they use the most common grape varieties.
£35.00
Wed 24
Sep
- 2025 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£39.50
Starts
Wed 01
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes 3wk Course
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
This course offers wine lovers a unique chance to explore the more unusual and hard-to-find wines on the market.
The A-Z of Grapes will take you through 26 grape varieties one wine at a time.
£120.00
Wed 01
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 08
Oct
- 2025 -
Wine and Snacks Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
We've decided to shake up our wine and Crisp tasting and give it a little twist.
This time we are going to match Wines with the various snacks we enjoy.
£39.50
Wed 15
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Discover Italy!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Welcome to the wonderful World of Wine looking at Italy!
Italy is a nation that loves its food and accompanies it with many exciting wines, during this evening we will do some food and wine matching and aim to crack the wine pairing code!
£35.00
Wed 22
Oct
- 2025 -
Winter Warmers - Red Wine Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
The colder months are a great time to try a more rich, robust style of red wine that warms the heart & soul! A great way to while away an evening.
£35.00
Wed 29
Oct
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 05
Nov
- 2025 -
Posh Wine and Crisps Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Our Wine and Crisp tastings are very popular so we decided to up our game!
We are going to push the boat out for this Crisp pairing and we will have Posh crisps and Premium wines from around the world.
£49.50
Wed 12
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine: Explore Spain and Portugal!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
It's time to take a closer look at Iberian wine-making! There are so many changes going on in Spain and Portugal, these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world.
£35.00
Wed 19
Nov
- 2025 -
Red Wine and Chocolate!
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Who doesn't enjoy wine and chocolate?
Perhaps two of the most indulgent treats around. Chocolate is notoriously tricky to pair with wine as there is such a taste explosion from the cocoa bean that it's hard for a wine to stand up to its intensity.
£45.00
Wed 26
Nov
- 2025 -
A-Z of Grapes
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Move away from the mainstream wines & explore some of the more unusual & unique grape varieties from all corners of the world!
£45.00
Wed 03
Dec
- 2025 -
Whiskey and Chocolate Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Discover the wonderful history of Whisk(e)y and sample a carefully chosen selection of this incredibly diverse spirit at our Whisky tasting class.
All the while pairing with some delectable chocolate.
£55.00
Wed 10
Dec
- 2025 -
Sparkling Wines for Christmas
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Come and enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wines. It's a great excuse to taste some delicious sparkling wines from around the world and work out what sparkling wines to serve at Xmas.
£50.00
Wed 17
Dec
- 2025 -
Christmas Port and Cheese Tasting
Reading Biscuit Factory
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Love Christmas?
Join us as we get into the festive spirit. We'll show you how to create some amazing seasonal cheese & wine combinations that will make your festive cheeseboard the envy of your friends and family.
£55.00
