Bottomless Brunch at Village Reading

Bottomless Brunch is back at Village Hotel Reading on Saturday 28 November, and if you've missed the last few, it's one of those things that runs on a regular cycle here. It's held on the last Saturday of every month from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, so if this date doesn't work, the next one is Saturday 26 December. The whole thing takes place in the hotel's Pub & Grill on Richfield Avenue, over in Caversham Bridge.

The format is a 90-minute sitting, which is the part you'll want to keep in mind when you're planning your afternoon. Within that window, you get a main course from the brunch menu and bottomless drinks to go with it. The drinks list is a long one: prosecco by the glass, house white, red and rosé wine, Aperol Spritz, house spirits with draught soda, draught beers, and post-mix soft drinks. It's a proper spread, so you've got plenty to choose from regardless of what you fancy.

One thing to be clear about is the vibe. This is built for social gatherings and celebrations rather than a quiet meal, and you're welcome to bring your own balloons and cakes if you're marking something. It's a strictly over-18s room, so it's more of a party atmosphere than a family brunch. The venue is wheelchair accessible with disabled toilets on site.

If you're planning to stay on, the Pub & Grill keeps going into the evening with 'Party in the Pub' nights — Boogie Bingo, live tribute acts and DJ sets. The brunch itself is £35 per person, and you'll need to pay in full at the time of booking, with bookings being non-refundable. It runs from 2:00pm to 5:00pm on Saturday 28 November at Village Hotel Reading, Pub & Grill, Richfield Avenue, Caversham Bridge, Reading RG1 8BD.