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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How to get there
The Corn Stores, Reading
10 Forbury Rd
RG1 1SB
See map at bottom of page
Upcoming events
Wed 24
Aug
- 2022 -
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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Thu 25
Aug
- 2022 -
Wine and Cheese Pairing
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Love Cheese? Love wine? Why not come along to one of our cheese and wine matching evenings and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£40.00
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Tue 13
Sep
- 2022 -
Weird and Wonderful Whites!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Ever wondered about the random 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 15
Sep
- 2022 -
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 20
Sep
- 2022 -
Ridiculous Reds!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Are you a little tired of drinking the same three or four different reds every time you go out?
During this event, we will take you through a range of wines made around the world using lesser-known indigenous varieties.
£35.00
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Fri 23
Sep
- 2022 -
Tequila!!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Tequila is not just for shots!
There is a whole world of wonderful Tequila to be drunk. Come and discover some of the wonderful Tequilas and learn a little about this fascinating spirit.
£40.00
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Tue 27
Sep
- 2022 -
Fabulous Fizz!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Come and enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wines. We'll sample 6 sparkling wines including Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, English Sparkling wine, and two sparkling wines from elsewhere in the world.
£45.00
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Sat 01
Oct
- 2022 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wine
The Corn Stores, Reading
10:00am
The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 1 Award in Wine (formerly known as the Foundation Certificate) is an ideal starting point for anyone who is considering embarking on a professional career in the drinks industry.
£195.00
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Starts Tue 04
Oct
- 2022 -
World of Wine
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Join us on your very own introduction to the World of Wine! Over 8 weeks spent in the company of fellow wine lovers and our highly qualified presenters, you'll sniff, swirl and sip your way through 50 wines, learning as you go...
£225.00
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Starts Tue 04
Oct
- 2022 -
4 Week Old World Wine Tasting
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Discover the wines and regions of the top three wine-producing countries of the World!
Plus, take a look at some European countries that are a little off the beaten track.
£120.00
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Tue 04
Oct
- 2022 -
World of Wine: Fantastic France!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Everything you have always wanted to know about French wines! At this tasting, we will decode French wines for you and give you the keys to understanding where they use the most common grape varieties.
£35.00
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Wed 05
Oct
- 2022 -
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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Thu 06
Oct
- 2022 -
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
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Sat 08
Oct
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Supper
The Corn Stores, Reading
3:00pm
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
£110.00
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Tue 11
Oct
- 2022 -
World of Wine: Discover Italy!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Welcome to the wonderful World of Wine focussing on Italy!
Italy is a nation that loves its food and accompanies it with many exciting wines, during this evening we will do some food and wine matching and aim to crack the wine pairing code!
£35.00
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Thu 13
Oct
- 2022 -
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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Tue 18
Oct
- 2022 -
World of Wine: Explore Spain and Portugal!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
It's time to take a closer look at Iberian wine-making! There are so many changes going on in Spain and Portugal, these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world.
£35.00
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Wed 19
Oct
- 2022 -
Whiskey and Chocolate
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Discover the wonderful history of Whisk(e)y and sample a carefully chosen selection of this incredibly diverse spirit at our Whisky tasting class.
All the while pairing with some delectable chocolate.
£55.00
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Thu 20
Oct
- 2022 -
White Wine and Cheese Pairing
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Celebrate all things white and wonderful with a lineup of truly delicious white wines paired with cheese. Lots of folks think of Port or big red wines as the perfect partner to cheese. But we believe the best matches are usually white wines.
£45.00
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Sat 22
Oct
- 2022 -
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
Oct
- 2022 -
World of Wine: Explore Germany, England, Austria and Hungary
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Wines tasting of Germany, England, Austria, and Hungary. Time to discover the aromatic wines of Europe!
£35.00
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Starts Wed 26
Oct
- 2022 -
Clash of ALL the Titans!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
This is a series of our 3 Clash of the Titan Events - book all 3 together and save £15
£150.00
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Wed 26
Oct
- 2022 -
Clash of the Titans!
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Welcome to the Battle Royale of wine tastings... the classic French regions and grape varieties go head-to-head with the best that New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia have to offer.
£55.00
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Thu 27
Oct
- 2022 -
Red Wine and Cheese Pairing
The Corn Stores, Reading
7:00pm
Celebrate all things red with a lineup of truly delicious red wine and one or two fortified wines paired with cheese. People think of Port and red wines as the perfect partner to cheese, we're here to show you why this is thought by many to be true.
£45.00
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Sat 05
Nov
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Supper
The Corn Stores, Reading
3:00pm
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
£110.00
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Wed 16
Nov
- 2022 -
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
More Info
Fri 25
Nov
- 2022 -
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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Sat 21
Jan
- 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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Fri 24
Feb
- 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
More Info
Sat 25
Feb
- 2023 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Supper
The Corn Stores, Reading
3:00pm
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
£110.00
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Sat 18
Mar
- 2023 -
Special Tasting Menu
The Corn Stores, Reading
5:00pm
Alex has worked with the head chef of The Corn Stores to create the perfect food and wine matching menu. Taking wines from his private cellar this will be an indulgent tasting showcasing just how exceptional food and wine can be together.
£150.00
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Sat 25
Mar
- 2023 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Supper
The Corn Stores, Reading
3:00pm
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
£110.00
More Info
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
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...
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
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...
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...
Come and experience our most popular event - Starting with English Fizz, with a delicious two-course supper surrounded by 12 more superb wines. Friendly, informal, and fun - no previous experience necessary - Sit back and relax with delicious wi...