The Dairy

Indie Craft Beer

Summer Opening Times

The University of Reading offers a range of bars, cafés and dining outlets. With our Summer Vacation period please note selected venues will have revised opening hours.

Planning a visit? Be sure to check our updated times here:

Summer Vacation Opening Hours

Situated on the University’s London Road Campus in the old dairy buildings, The Dairy features a wide selection of local craft beer, cider, and spirits and nearby to the Royal Berkshire Hospital, the Museum of English Rural Life and the Great Hall.

We accept University Meal Swipes – please see our menus for eligible products.

Menus

Service	Day	Opening Hours
The Bar	Every Day	11:00 – 22:30 (Mon – Sat) 11:00 – 21:30 (Sun)
The Hatch (Main Kitchen)	Every Day	12:00 – 15:00, 17:00 – 21:00 (Mon – Fri) 12:00 – 21:00 (Sat, Sun)
Sandwiches	Monday to Friday	10:30 – 15:00
Pizza Service	Every Day	10:30 – 15:00
Breakfast Sandwiches	Monday to Friday	08:00 – 10:30