Butler
85-91 Chatham StreetReading
RG1 7DS
Opening times: Mon–Thu 16:00-23:00; Fri 16:00-01:00 next day; Sat 12:00-01:00 next day; Sun 12:00-17:00
Regular beers:
Loddon Ferryman's Gold
See more about this pub on CAMRA's national web site
Named after Butler's Wine Merchants, who operated from these premises many years ago, this is very much a local pub in the heart of town. Taken over by a consortium after a long period of Fuller's stewardship, there has been an ongoing process of upgrading both inside and out. Ales are from regional and local breweries, including some unusual choices for the area. At weekends, live music is a weekly feature and draws large crowds.
