Private Parties & Events in Sonning

The Great House is a popular venue for private parties & events in Sonning. Guests regularly host birthday celebrations, anniversary parties, private dinners, corporate meetings, networking events, engagement parties and family gatherings.

Our riverside location and flexible event spaces allow us to accommodate both relaxed social occasions and more formal celebrations. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner or a larger reception, our events team will help tailor the space, food and atmosphere to suit your event.

Our event spaces at The Great House at Sonning can accommodate a range of group sizes, from small private dinners of 6 in out Igloos to larger celebrations and corporate events of up to 100 people seated, or 200 standing.

Depending on the space and layout, we can host seated events, standing receptions or informal gatherings. Our team will work with you to recommend the best room configuration for your guest numbers, ensuring the space feels comfortable, welcoming and suited to the style of your event.

Yes. The Great House at Sonning has 49 stylish boutique bedrooms and suites, making it easy for guests to stay overnight after your event.

Our rooms provide a relaxed and comfortable place to unwind, and many hosts choose to reserve a number of rooms for their guests. Staying overnight also means guests can enjoy the celebration without worrying about travelling home, and wake up to breakfast the following morning.

Our chefs can cater for a range of menu types for private events, including seasonal set menus, sharing feasts, canapé receptions and drinks packages.

Menus are created using fresh, seasonal ingredients and can be tailored to suit the style of your event. Our team can also accommodate dietary requirements and special requests, ensuring every guest is well looked after.

You're welcome to personalise your event with decorations or entertainment, and our team will be happy to discuss your plans in advance.

Many guests choose to bring flowers, table styling or entertainment such as live music or DJs. To ensure everything runs smoothly, we recommend discussing any external suppliers or setup requirements with our events team when planning your event.

The best way to start planning your event is to submit an enquiry through our website or contact our events team directly. The form can be found at the bottom of this page or you click on the button below.

Once we receive your enquiry, our team will guide you through the available spaces, menu options and dates. We can also arrange a visit to the venue so you can see the event spaces in person and discuss your plans in more detail.

The Great House is on Thames Street in the historic village of Sonning-on-Thames, West Berkshire, RG4 6UT. Reading station is about a 15 minute taxi ride away. By car, we're approximately 5 miles from Junction 10 of the M4, with free on-site parking available.

Yes, The Great House regularly hosts corporate meetings, team away days, networking events and business celebrations. Our flexible spaces, riverside setting and accommodation make it ideal for both formal meetings and more relaxed corporate gatherings.