Worth A Punt? Cherry Picking From The Relegation Dross
Pete Starr
16 May

Reading is a hospitable hot bed for sport with Reading F.C., London Irish and a variety of semi-pro clubs making the town their home including Aussie rules and American Football. If you're a big Royal fan and can't make it down to the Madejski or you've fallen asleep on the train and just woken up in Reading, why not check the list below for the best sports pubs in Reading. Alternatively, we've also got a list with a few more options for sports pubs and bars in Reading here.
Pubs & Bars
Genting Casino Reading
Reading
If it's an all-singing all-dancing American style sports bar that you're after then look no further than this glitzy casino which boasts a late-night bar and screens all the big sporting events like in addition to football and rugby like pay-per-view boxing bouts and the like.
O'Neills Reading
Reading
An almighty sports bar slap bang in the centre of town with plenty of HD T.V screens and an atmosphere to rival some of the milder football stadiums. Has a giant projector screen where all the energy is directed, particularly for the bigger sporting occasions like cup finals and boxing bouts. Also has an extremely long bar so getting another round doesn't mean missing a chunk of the action.
Victoria Cross (Reading)
Berkshire
A brilliant pub that puts sport front and centre of its priorities. Four huge 4K HD screens are well positioned to allow a comfortable viewing experience in the over 18's only area of the bar showing all the action from BT Sport and Sky Sports. There is also a pool table and some great football memorabilia from the local Reading FC.
Royal Albion
Reading
The self-confessed 'home of sport' does just what it says on the tin. With pool tables, a darts board and huge HD screens beaming Sky Sports around the clock in addition to all the matches from that and BT Sport, this is the very definition of a sports bar. With regular live music and poker nights, this is the place for a night of entertainment.
White Horse (Reading)
Berkshire
With no shortage of HD screens on which to channel your energy, you'll find yourself wondering which way to look. This is the perfect set-up for a big day/night of sport with plenty of space for all your mates. A fantastic menu is available from the kitchen too for when hunger strikes.