WELCOME TO CRUCIBLE READING

MEET THE STARS OF SNOOKER

Over the years, Crucible Reading has welcomed World Champions, professional players, snooker legends, broadcasters and content creators through its doors.

From televised events and coaching sessions to exhibitions and major tournaments, our members have enjoyed unique access to some of the biggest names in the game.

WORLD CLASS PLAYERS

From World Champions to rising stars, Crucible Reading has hosted an incredible list of talent from across the snooker world.

TELEVISION & BROADCASTING

We work with leading broadcasters and platforms including Pluto TV to bring snooker content to fans worldwide.

STEPHEN HENDRY & CUE TIPS

We are proud to be home to Stephen Hendry and a filming location for his hugely popular Cue Tips YouTube channel.

COACHING EXCELLENCE

As an affiliated World Snooker coaching venue, we host coaching courses and development events for players and professionals.

WORLD SENIORS EVENTS

With Jason Francis involved in World Seniors Snooker, Crucible Reading regularly hosts prestigious seniors events and exhibitions.

A CLUB THAT WELCOMES SNOOKER'S FINEST

The Crucible Sports & Social Club in Reading has become one of the UK’s recognised homes of snooker, welcoming some of the biggest names in the sport.

Our members are often treated to meetings with famous faces, from World Champions and former professionals to television personalities, coaches and content creators.

We are proud to be the home of seven-time World Snooker Champion Stephen Hendry, whose dedicated match room is based at the club and available for members to hire.

Crucible Reading also works closely with Stephen Hendry on filming and content creation for his successful Cue Tips YouTube channel, helping promote the game to a worldwide audience.

Through our partnership with Pluto TV, the club regularly hosts Snooker 900 broadcasts. Created by Crucible co-owner Jason Francis, Snooker 900 gives amateur players, local talent, ex-professionals and current tour players the chance to compete in an exciting, fast-paced format.

As an affiliated World Snooker coaching venue, Crucible Reading also hosts coaching and development courses attended by current and former professionals.

With Jason Francis, Chairman of the World Seniors Snooker Tour, as a co-owner of the club, Crucible Reading regularly stages events featuring snooker legends and leading amateur players from across the country.