Englefield House
Englefield House Information
Set in the Berkshire countryside near Theale and Reading, Englefield House brings open-air concerts to the grounds of one of England’s historic private estates with more than 60 acres available for outdoor events.1,2
In recent years, the estate grounds have hosted summer concerts, with performances by Boy George, Russell Watson, Il Divo, Madness, and Sir Tom Jones.3
Get your Englefield House tickets at AXS and experience live music in a setting that feels rooted in the landscape as much as the performance.
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Venue Information
Englefield House Policies
Checking the event guidance before you travel can make the day run more smoothly.
- Re-entry & Smoking: Refer to the official policy page for the most current guidance on re-entry and smoking.
- Payment Options: VIP bar service is card-only, and on-site parking can be paid for in cash or by card on the night if purchased at the venue.4
- Prohibited Items: Alcohol, soft drinks, and food are not permitted in the venue, and single-use plastics and camping chairs are also prohibited. Empty reusable containers are allowed and can be filled at the free water points around the site.4 Refer to the policy page for the most current guidance.
- Age Restrictions: Refer to the official policy page for the most current guidance. Event specific information is available at the event listings.
Check the official Englefield House event page for the most up-to-date guidance.
Discover other Venues in the Area
The wider Reading area offers Englefield concertgoers more than just country-estate events.
- The Hexagon: Opened in 1977, The Hexagon is a multi-purpose venue in Reading used for touring theatre and concerts, with a flexible capacity ranging from 514 to 1,868 depending on format.5
- The Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall: Reading Town Hall’s Concert Hall is a Victorian performance space with capacity for up to 700 people, depending on stage size. It hosts concerts, performances, and civic events in central Reading.6
- South Street Arts Centre: South Street Arts Centre sits just south of Reading town centre and focuses on touring theatre, music, comedy, and spoken word. Its main theatre seats 140 with a smaller 60-seat studio and rehearsal space alongside it.7,8
Englefield House Parking and Directions
Englefield House has plenty of on-site parking for concert days, and is signposted and accessed via Englefield Lodges on the A340.4
Public Transportation: The nearest railway station is Theale, about two miles away and a five-minute taxi ride.4 Reading station is roughly 20 minutes from London Paddington by rail, then about 7 miles from the estate, with the Elizabeth line also serving Reading.4
Driving: If you’re driving, head to Englefield Rd, Englefield, Reading RG7 5EN, United Kingdom.4 The site is reached from Junction 12 of the M4 via the A4 and A340. Access for concerts is through the ornamental gates with signage directing to on-site concert parking.4
Food & Drink at Englefield House
At most events held at Englefield House, there is a wide variety of bars and artisan food traders to choose from, along with free drinking water points throughout the site. VIP ticket holders also have access to a separate VIP bar.4
About Englefield House
Englefield’s history dates back to 871 AD, when a battle won by King Alfred over the Danes helped give the place its name, evolving from “Anglefield” to “Englefield” over time.2
Later history includes the Englefield family’s prominence during the Tudor period, the seizure of the estate following the Throckmorton Plot of 1583, and the beginning of the Benyon family connection in the mid-18th century.2
The scale of Englefield House has already been tested by major live events, including a three-day concert run in 2022 that drew more than 20,000 attendees across three days and nights.3