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Signal Box, Reading

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Operator: Pitcher & Piano (Marston's)
18 Friar Street, Reading, RG1 1DB (View on Google Map)
(0118) 958 8964
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Originally The Piano and Pitcher, it is now re-badged as Signal Box. Chain bar popular with shoppers and the evening crowd. Cocktails and various lagers and bottled beers also available. Food is served, including gluten-free and wheat-free options.

Information for this venue is provided by the Reading & Mid-Berks Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Pitcher & Piano
Local Authority
Reading (B)
Last updated
Last surveyed
07/03/2026
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Marston's
Pub ID
REA/READIN0640
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Noon - 11:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - 1:00am
Saturday
Noon - 1:00am
Sunday
Noon - 10:00pm
Monday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 4:00pm
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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Family Friendly Family Friendly
No under 18 after 7pm
Mobility Access Statement Mobility Access Statement
One small step up at the entrance. The bar, seating area and disabled toilet are all on a level once inside.
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
On leads
Events Events
Karaoke Thurs, DJ Sat
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Pitcher & Piano Guest WiFi
Features
Transport
Close to bus routes
Nearby Station (300m)
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