
About the venue
The Corn Stores is a lovingly restored Grade II listed building in central Reading.
The restaurant focuses on local British produce and their passion lies in finding fresh seasonal produce, from the best local suppliers and producing it all in-house with their own butchery and smokehouse, creating a truly unique flavour exclusive to our restaurant.
Our tastings take place in the top floor members' room, giving you a taste of what this fantastic venue offers.
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Sadly this venue does not have a lift - contact me if you need assistance.
How to get there
The Corn Stores, Reading
10 Forbury Rd
RG1 1SB
See map at bottom of page
Upcoming events
Wed 29
Mar
- 2023 -
World of Wine: Spectacular South Africa!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
South Africa has a long and distinguished history of wine production going back over 400 years - it is an old 'New World' wine country!
£35.00
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Wed 05
Apr
- 2023 -
World of Wine: Discover South America!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
A warm welcome to our South America evening! Whilst there are many similarities between the modern success stories of Chilean and Argentinian wine, these countries have very different approaches.
£35.00
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Thu 06
Apr
- 2023 -
Red Wine and Chocolate!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Who doesn't enjoy wine and chocolate?
Perhaps two of the most indulgent treats around. Chocolate is notoriously tricky to pair with wine as there is such a taste explosion from the cocoa bean that it's hard for a wine to stand up to its intensity.
£45.00
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Wed 12
Apr
- 2023 -
World of Wine: Explore USA
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Join us as we explore the USA.
Most people only think of California when it comes to American wine but every State in the US makes wine to one degree or another.
£35.00
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Starts Sat 15
Apr
- 2023 -
WSET L2 Award in Wines
The Corn Stores, Reading
10:00am
This exciting and structured course is the Wine and Spirit Education Trust Level 2 Award in Wines and is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry who have little previous ...
£445.00
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Wed 19
Apr
- 2023 -
Fizz, Fish and Chips!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...
£45.00
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Tue 25
Apr
- 2023 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
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Wed 03
May
- 2023 -
Think Pink!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
A tasting to celebrate all that is pretty in pink: 6 gorgeous rosé wines from all over the globe to put the pink into your summer drinking.
We'll taste some Rosè Fizz along with a wealth of styles from delicate and light to robust and...
£40.00
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Thu 11
May
- 2023 -
Fabulous Fizz!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Come and enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wines. It's a great excuse to taste some delicious sparkling wines from around the world.
£45.00
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Thu 18
May
- 2023 -
Wine Vs Beer with Steak!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Wine and Beer go head-to-head to see which makes the best pairing with Steak!
Which will you choose as we pit Wines from around the World with the ultimate Beers all accompanied by succulent Steaks?
£65.00
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Tue 23
May
- 2023 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
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Thu 25
May
- 2023 -
Charcuterie and Wine Tasting
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Charcuterie and wine go together. It's as simple as that, from all over the wine-producing world delicious charcuterie is cured alongside it.
£40.00
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Tue 30
May
- 2023 -
Wine and Crisps Tasting
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it.
For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...
£35.00
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Thu 01
Jun
- 2023 -
Fire up the BBQ!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
It's never too late to get the BBQ on. If you are anything like me then your BBQ gets used regardless of the weather.
Get summer ready & join us and taste the very best wines and beers to enjoy alongside your BBQs next summer.
£45.00
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Tue 06
Jun
- 2023 -
Keep your Gin Up!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Gin seems unstoppable at the moment with new micro-distilleries opening up seemingly every month, but what exactly is gin?
Where was it first made? Which country drinks the most gin and what are the styles of gin available today?
£40.00
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Wed 07
Jun
- 2023 -
Crisp Summer Whites!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Ever wondered about other white wines from around the world?
It's time to look past Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Sauvignon to some of the lesser-known varieties.
£35.00
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Thu 08
Jun
- 2023 -
Shake, Stir & Sip - Cocktail Masterclass!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Learn to stir, shake and mix your way through a range of different cocktails.
£45.00
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Thu 15
Jun
- 2023 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
More Info
Wed 21
Jun
- 2023 -
Local Winery Tasting (English Wine Week)
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
English Wine Week celebrates English wines and promotes homegrown wines across the U.K. This year it runs from the 17th of June to the 25th of June and is a great excuse to head down to a vineyard and support our local wineries.
£40.00
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Wed 28
Jun
- 2023 -
Posh VS Plonk!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
How much should I spend on wine? Are more expensive wines better? Can you really taste the difference between a cheaper and more expensive bottle?
These are questions we get asked a lot so it's time to find out!
£35.00
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Thu 29
Jun
- 2023 -
Introduction to Craft Beer
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Craft Beer has spread across the UK like wildfire and our breweries are rated amongst the best in the world.
Find out everything you need to know about the major styles of beer during this fascinating two-hour tasting.
£30.00
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Wed 05
Jul
- 2023 -
Fizz, Fish and Chips!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...
£45.00
More Info
Thu 13
Jul
- 2023 -
Cheese and Wine Pairing
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
More Info

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This exciting and structured course is the Wine and Spirit Education Trust Level 2 Award in Wines and is intended as vocational training in product knowledge for those employed in the drinks industry who have little previous ...
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Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...


A tasting to celebrate all that is pretty in pink: 6 gorgeous rosé wines from all over the globe to put the pink into your summer drinking. We'll taste some Rosè Fizz along with a wealth of styles from delicate and light to robust and...

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Sometimes you just don't have anything in the fridge, can't be bothered to cook, and for some reason can't decide on a takeaway, but still fancy having some wine and something nice to eat with it. For times like this a bag of crisps and some wine wo...







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Join us for the tastiest date at Thames Valley Wine School! Your Fish and Chip Supper will be served alongside a tasting of 6 hand-picked wines. Starting with classics like Picpoul and Albariño, we'll finish with English Sparkling and Champagn...
