City Centre · medium

The Face Bar

150-cap rock, punk and metal bar.

The Face Bar — Quick Facts

150-cap rock, punk and metal bar.

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Capacity~150 standing
Live nightsContact venue
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes
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Where

The Face Bar Ambrose Place
City Centre
Reading RG1 3BB

Genres

Rock Punk Metal Indie

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What's on Stage

PA + monitors
Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
In-house engineer

About The Face Bar

The Face Bar is a grassroots music venue in City Centre, Reading with a standing capacity of approximately 150. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Face Bar books Rock, Punk, Metal, Indie acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Reading venue directory.

The Face Bar in Reading's City Centre is a vibrant hub for rock, punk, metal, and indie music, hosting a diverse range of live acts. With a standing capacity of around 150, it fosters an intimate atmosphere where both original compositions and cover bands can thrive. Equipped with a solid PA system, the venue supports emerging talent and established artists alike, making it a key player in the local music scene.

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Ambrose Place, City Centre, Reading, RG1 3BB

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PA system and vocal mics provided. BYO instruments and amps. Need a venue with full backline? Filter Reading venues by backline.
The Face Bar books Rock, Punk, Metal, Indie. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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The Face Bar has a standing capacity of approximately 150, classed as a medium venue. See all Reading venues for size comparisons.
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Ambrose Place, City Centre, Reading, RG1 3BB. See the map below for directions. Browse more Reading venues nearby.
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