THE NIGHT BEFORE
ESSENTIAL ITEMS
We’re sure you have your own list, but here are a few things to remember !
- Selfie light
- Bluetooth speaker
- Phone charger
- Gym wear (For Sweatergy/ F.I.T Jam)
- Olympic Outfit & accessories for Party #1
- Smart dress if you’re NYE Dining.
- Tux Suit, Ball Gown, Dress for NYE Party #2
- A smile
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TRAVEL
HOW TO GET THERE
Sat Nav:
Penta Hotel Reading
Oxford Rd, Reading RG1 7RH
Train
Penta Hotel is closest to Reading Train Station.
- Walk: 11 minutes
- Taxi/Uber: 3 minutes
You can park at one of two nearby car parks.
Q Park, Reading [8 minute walk]
Chatham St, Reading RG1 7JF
Pre book and use coupon code PENTA40 for a 40% discount.
Broad Street Mall Car park [4 minute walk]
Broad Street Mall, Broad Street Centre,
Reading RG1 7QE
No pre booking possible.
Registration point:
Costa Coffee, Kean House
9-11 Kingsway, Holborn
WC2B 6UN
Outbound:
Monday 30th December 2024 @ 12pm
Boarding: 12.00pm | Depart 12:30pm
Inbound:
Wednesday 1st January 2025 @ 12pm
Coach will depart 12.30 to return back to Holborn.
Bring a picture of your photo ID to board (On your phone is fine)
THE HOTEL
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN
Two night packages
- Monday 30th December from 2pm.
One night packages
- Tuesday 31st December from 2pm.
(You can hangout in the lounge from 12pm if you wish)
How
Simply arrive with your name and Photo ID to match (Don’t bring the original – a photo on your phone is fine)
Tuesday 31st Dec 24. 6.30am – 10am
Wednesday 1st Jan 25. 8am – 11am
There will be no scheduled daily cleaning or room service during the event.
If you require housekeeping, please contact the reception desk.
Spooner meals Food truck is outside the hotel for all your food requirements. The hotel bar is open throughout.
We’ve done our best (and then some) to ensure we keep groups on the same floor, and where physically possible, next to each other.
There are some physical limits that mean this might not be possible in all cases. We appreciate your understanding if you’re a little further from your group.
Rooms do not have individual irons. Instead, all hotel irons will be located in a dedicated ‘Ironing room’ P3 on the ground floor.
Out of the lift turn left, and follow round.
Can’t go a day without the gym? No worries – Head down to the ground floor, turn left out of the lift and follow round to the stairs leading up to the gym.
You are free to have drinks in your room, but personal drinks are not allowed on the ground floor or public area’s at any time.
Yes! We are located minutes away from countless high street shops available for all your last minute retail requirements.
Checkout by 12pm on Wednesday 1st January 2025
The hotel has 206 rooms across 6 floors, all accessible from two lifts.
All daytime experiences and parties take place across the ground floor. Our NYE Prom party layout is highlighted on the floor plan below.
Say hello to everyone you see! – its the social hub of the hotel, the common room, the place to smile and get to know new people!
DAYTIME
EXPERIENCES
Our daytime entertainment experiences take place in conference rooms on the ground floor. Be ready on the ground floor 15 minutes before your experience begins.
Locations will be posted here by Sunday 29th December, and on the day at reception.
Room allocations for daytime experiences will be available on event day.
DINING
WHAT TO EAT AND WHEN
Spooner Meals Caribbean Food truck is conveniently located outside the hotel
Monday 30th 3pm – 9pm
Tuesday 31st 12pm – 6pm
Monday 30th: 1am – 4am
Tuesday NYE: 1am – 5am
Island Flavours @Candy.poppers and @Cais.waffles provide the food for our dining experience on New Year’s Eve from 6.30 – 9.00pm with music by DJ Credable & DJ Bliss. Smart Dress! £30 p/p
Choose one main
- Slice Jerk Lamb served with Guava Sauce
- Seasoned Cajun Roast Chicken Thighs
- Seasoned Fried Red Snapper served with Gravy
- Sweet potato vegetables bake (V,Vg)
All served with; Herb roasted potatoes, Rice and Peas, Carrots and Green Beans.
Waffles and Ice cream whipped up by Cais Waffles [@Cais.waffles] + a selection of cakes and treats by Candy Poppers [@Candy.poppers].
There will be a selection of fruit available for the less sweet toothed!
Options subject to change on the day
Water and juice provided. A private full bar is available for you to purchase other drinks.
PARTIES
THEMES AND LINEUP
The Getaway Olympics
- Time: 10pm – 3am
- Music: RnB, HipHop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, Amapiano, House, Soca & club classics!
- Fun theme: Olympic Sports Wear
Other info: Arrive at 10pm for the Olympic Game Finals & Winner Parade before the Party!
Prom: Homecoming
- Time: 9pm – 4am
- Main Room #1 RnB, HipHop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, Reggae New & Old.
- Caribbean Room #2 Soca, Reggae, Dancehall.
- House Room #3 House, Amapiano, Soulful, Deep & more.
- Smart theme: Prom wear. Tuxedos & Suits, Ball Gowns & Dresses.
- Absolutely no casual wear, no trainers.
Other info:
- Prom King & Queen finalists will be chosen between 10.30 and 11.15pm. Be on the ground floor to be in with a chance!
- The Midnight Countdown (co-hosted by Prom King and Queen) takes place in the main room ,before rooms #2 and #3 open at 00:15
Please check back for DJ Schedule.
We will have some tables available on New Year’s Eve. Information available soon
Info available soon!
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