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The Fisherman's Cottage

Reading riverside pub with live events.

Venue at a glance The Fisherman's Cottage · Reading
Capacity
standinggrassroots
1 night
Live music
Wedper week
19:30
Start time
doorsnightly
PA
Backline
PA + micsgear
Folk
Books
originals+3 more
Verified
Directory status
openGX directory

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Last updated: 4 June 2026

The Fisherman's Cottage — Quick Facts

Reading riverside pub with live events.

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Capacity
Live nightsWed
Curfew
Sound limiter
Outdoor stageNo
OriginalsYes

Where

The Fisherman's Cottage Kennet Side
Reading
Reading RG1 3DW

Genres

Folk Jazz Blues Acoustic

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Drum kit
Guitar amp
Bass amp
Keys / keyboard
Vocal mics
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About The Fisherman's Cottage

The Fisherman's Cottage is a grassroots music venue in Reading, Reading. PA system and vocal mics are provided; bring your own instruments and amps.

The Fisherman's Cottage books Folk, Jazz, Blues, Acoustic acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Reading venue directory.

The Fisherman's Cottage is a charming canal-side gastropub on Kennet Side (RG1 3DW) in Reading, sitting on the bank of the Kennet & Avon canal. It runs a bohemian weekly open-mic night every Wednesday (hosted by Rob Sowden) and live jazz and blues nights roughly fortnightly on Tuesdays, with music typically from 7:30pm, free entry and donations welcomed. Pet-friendly, with a PA for performers and a wide menu of freshly cooked food — a relaxed riverside spot for acoustic, folk, jazz and blues acts.

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Kennet Side, Reading, Reading, RG1 3DW

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