The Cunning Man
📍 1.9 miles from Select Car Leasing Stadium
About this Pub
Why it's great for Matchdays
The Cunning Man is a popular country pub situated near the Kennet and Avon Canal, approximately 5 miles from Reading's Select Car Leasing Stadium. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} It offers a spacious beer garden and a welcoming atmosphere, making it a comfortable spot for both home and away fans. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} The pub serves a variety of cask ales, including Fuller's London Pride and Sharp's Doom Bar, :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} and provides hearty pub meals, such as burgers and fish and chips. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} While there's no explicit mention of live football screenings, its proximity to the stadium and fan-friendly environment make it a convenient choice for matchday gatherings.
Recent Fan Reviews
Lovely venue with very accommodating and friendly staff. I held my father's wake here on what was a snowy January day, the venue was cosy with the fire going and fairy lights all around. The buffet food was plentiful with lots of lovely hot chips. We were allowed to adorn the room in advance with photos and play photos and video on the TV. The staff were helpful and respectful to the space. Thank you Cunning Man.
Lovely place to visit we were here for a party the food (buffet) was amazing, one of the best buffets we've ever had! When we arrived not only were there seasonal decorations and a Christmas tree there was what seemed to be a Christmas craft fayre too with stalls and beautiful goods, these had gone in the time we were there and though made it fairly busy they seemed to add to the experience, we loved the atmosphere, they were quick to serve at the bar and the food was great what more could you want! Ahh yes also plenty of parking!
Just popped in for lunch on our road trip back from Heathrow to Somerset. Easy booking online. Great food, great ambience, great service and a special shout out to Debz, who we seeked out, due to her online reviews. Debz re-seated us, as I was cold where we were originally seated. She checked on us a few times during our meal. Lovely server, credit to your pub. Merry Christmas x
Food is always good here, service is usually very good too. The portion sizes of the mains is very good, you don't leave hungry especially if you have a side! I usually have two to three courses here. Plenty of free parking, just remember to put in your registration on the screen on the Bar or it can be costly due to ANPR parking.
Such a pretty pub. Really warm and cosy inside. Very good service and a really buzzing atmosphere.