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Oakford Social Club

Reading, UK

Neighbourhood

Reading

Category

Bars

Vibe

LGBTQ+ Friendly, Drag +4

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About Oakford Social Club

Oakford Social Club is a busy town-centre pub that has taken on a bigger role in Reading’s queer social life since the closure of the Blagrave Arms. It is not a dedicated gay bar, but regular drag shows, LGBTQ+ socials and Pride-linked events sit comfortably alongside its live music, DJs, craft beer and food. The crowd is mixed and the space works during the day as well as late at night. Pick a listed drag or queer event if community atmosphere matters most; on other dates, expect a broad Reading pub crowd.

What to expect

A large, energetic pub with food by day and live music, DJs or drag later, attracting a mixed and inclusive crowd.

Vibes

Good to know

Practical tips before you visit

This is LGBTQ+-friendly rather than a dedicated gay bar.
Choose a drag or queer-social date for the strongest LGBTQ+ crowd.
The pub is very close to Reading station.

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Location

Oakford Social Club

53 Blagrave Street, Reading RG1 1PZ

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4.5

2,044 reviews

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Michael Carrico
Michael Carrico

4 months ago

Slightly higher level pub food at a slightly higher level price. The food was worth it and I enjoyed the pie quite a bit! It's only a few hundred feet from the train station, in cool looking brick building. Staff was very kind and the place was clean all around. I would definitely recommend this as a good lunch spot (especially if you just hopped off the train).

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John Swiestowski
John Swiestowski

7 months ago

This venue is opposite Readinng Train station. It is a huge venue with plenty of space. There is a performence area for live bands and music events as well as a snooker tablet. It has a fullly liecenced bar, serving alcoholic, soft drinks and juices they also serve tea and coffee as well. Oakford also have an extensive food menue. All food is cooked well and propared straight away. They have a mixture or large tables for big groups as well as smaller tables. There is also a small, but quaint outdoor area before you entre the club. I came durieg the daytime. when this venue is very quiet, however, being a "social club" i imagin it can get very busy and noisy during evening and weekends.

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Tim Husain
Tim Husain

7 months ago

Lovely big pub, lots to do, football, pool and of course decent drinks. Nice place.

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Floor Shaker Music
Floor Shaker Music

6 months ago

I've just realized I've never reviewed this place. I come here most of the times I come to town, they have great beer and a good selection of them. The vibe is always great, the staff are friendly and efficient and I've never eaten here, but the food looks incredible. I hope they keep it up, I've been coming here for 4 years and haven't had a bad experience yet.

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Andrew Carter
Andrew Carter

2 months ago

One of my favourite go-to places whenever I come back to Reading. Really lively vibe, great outside areas for warm summer evenings, and great burgers (£10 on Wednesday evenings is an excellent deal). Highly recommended.

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Last updated
12 September 2026
Listed in
Reading › United Kingdom
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