UK's Best Pubs Showing BBC Sport Live
BBC Sport brings free coverage of major sporting events to every UK pub. From football to rugby and Wimbledon, any pub with a TV licence can show BBC One and BBC Two.
Where can I watch BBC Sport near me?
BBC broadcasts major tournaments and championships free-to-air. Pubs across the UK show BBC Sport without subscription costs, covering football internationals, Six Nations rugby, Wimbledon and the Olympics.
Upcoming Fixtures
Click on the fixtures below to find the best venues showing them.
German Bundesliga
13th Mar
19:30
Mgladbach
St Pauli
Scottish Championship
13th Mar
19:45
Morton
Partick
Northern Irish Premier League
13th Mar
19:45
Larne
Dungannon Swifts
Premiership (W)
14th Mar
12:30
Exeter Chiefs (W)
Ealing Trailfinders (W)
Six Nations (M)
14th Mar
16:40
Wales
Italy
Scottish Division 2
14th Mar
17:30
Montrose
Alloa
U20 Six Nations
15th Mar
13:00
Wales U20
Italy U20
English Women's Continental Cup
15th Mar
14:15
Chelsea (W)
Man Utd (W)
Northern Irish League Cup
15th Mar
15:00
Glentoran
Linfield
U20 Six Nations
15th Mar
15:15
Ireland U20
Scotland U20
Scottish Women's Premier League
15th Mar
16:10
Hearts (W)
Rangers (W)
U20 Six Nations
15th Mar
17:45
France U20
England U20
English Women's Super League
18th Mar
19:15
West Ham (W)
Man Utd (W)
Scottish Women's Premier League
18th Mar
19:45
Celtic (W)
Glasgow City (W)
Italian Serie A
20th Mar
17:30
Cagliari
Napoli
German Bundesliga
20th Mar
19:30
RB Leipzig
Hoffenheim
Scottish Championship
20th Mar
19:45
Partick
St Johnstone
Scottish Women's Premier League
22nd Mar
13:00
Hearts (W)
Hibernian (W)
English Women's Super League
22nd Mar
14:25
Leicester (W)
Aston Villa (W)
Scottish Women's Premier League
22nd Mar
16:10
Rangers (W)
Glasgow City (W)
World Cup Qualifying
26th Mar
19:45
Italy
Northern Ireland
World Cup Qualifying
26th Mar
19:45
Wales
Bosnia
Scottish Division 2
27th Mar
19:45
Inverness CT
Queen of South
English Women's Super League
28th Mar
13:30
Man Utd (W)
Man City (W)
Boxing
4th Apr
21:00
Lauren Price
Stephanie Aquino
Six Nations (W)
11th Apr
11:25
France
Italy
Six Nations (W)
11th Apr
13:25
England
Ireland
Six Nations (W)
11th Apr
15:40
Wales
Scotland
Six Nations (W)
18th Apr
12:30
Scotland
England
Six Nations (W)
18th Apr
14:35
Wales
France
Six Nations (W)
18th Apr
16:40
Ireland
Italy
Six Nations (W)
25th Apr
13:15
England
Wales
Best Bars with BBC
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Long Arm Brewery & Tap Room
london
££
(24)
Long Arm Brewery & Tap Room
(24)
london
££
Come to Long Arm Brewery and enjoy some delicious beer made in-house! There is always something new and interesting to tempt your taste buds. We also have TV screens and two large projectors so you can watch all of the big games while drinking your new favorite beer!
bookable
premium
Beechwood
0.4 km
london
(15)
Beechwood
(15)
0.4 km
london
Shorditch's home of live sport is Beechwood Sports Pub. We're open seven days a week, showing live sports on our HD screens and serving you refreshing cold pints and delicious food!
Old Street Tavern
0.4 km
london
Old Street Tavern
0.4 km
london
Located in the heart of one of London’s most vibrant areas, the Old Street Tavern is a modern pub with a welcoming atmosphere and a nod to tradition. Perfectly positioned for locals and visitors alike, it’s a go-to spot for great food, craft beers, fine wines, and expertly mixed cocktails. Whether you’re catching up with friends, grabbing a quick drink, or settling in for a leisurely meal, the Old Street Tavern offers a relaxed yet lively setting that captures the spirit of the City of London.
Queens Head Shoreditch
0.5 km
london
(1)
Queens Head Shoreditch
(1)
0.5 km
london
The Queen’s head is your new go to pub for all things Sport & beer, we bring in some of the best International beers and local craft, keep an eye on our taps as they change regularly and we have some brilliant beers by the bottle. 4 Screens showing all Sky sports and TNT has to offer Looking for something on the side? Our kitchen serves up the best in British seasonal classics, and pub fare to die for!
Find Pubs Showing BBC Sport Near You
FANZO lists pubs showing BBC Sport across the UK. Search by your location to find pubs equipped with BBC One and BBC Two. With World Cup 2026 coming in June, you can also filter by specific matches to see which pubs are showing BBC coverage near you.
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Complete BBC Sport Coverage Available in UK Pubs
BBC delivers comprehensive sports coverage that any UK pub can show without paying subscription fees.
BBC Sport in Pubs Throughout the Year:
Football:
- FA Cup (selected matches including semi-finals and final)
- International friendlies (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
- Women's football (international tournaments and WSL highlights)
- Major tournaments (World Cup 2026 shares 52 matches with ITV in June-July)
Rugby:
- Six Nations Championship (every match live)
- Rugby World Cup (selected knockout matches)
- Autumn Internationals
Tennis:
- Wimbledon (complete coverage across both weeks)
Multi-Sport Events:
- Olympics and Paralympics (BBC's biggest coverage)
- Commonwealth Games
- World Athletics Championships
Other Sports:
- Snooker (World Championship and major events)
- Formula 1 highlights
- Major golf tournaments
Pubs prefer BBC for major events because there's no subscription cost and coverage quality matches paid channels. The World Cup 2026 coverage from June onwards will be particularly massive, with BBC showing 52 of the tournament's 104 matches.
FAQ: BBC Sport in Pubs
Do all UK pubs have access to BBC Sport? Yes, any pub with a TV licence can show BBC Sport for free. Around 98% of UK pubs have BBC One and BBC Two available on their screens.
What's the difference between watching BBC Sport and Sky Sports in a pub? BBC is free-to-air and available everywhere. Sky Sports requires expensive commercial subscriptions (£500-£1500 monthly), so only dedicated sports pubs pay for it. BBC covers major tournaments, Sky focuses on weekly leagues.
Can pubs show multiple BBC channels at once? Yes, pubs with several screens can show BBC One, BBC Two and BBC iPlayer simultaneously. Useful during tournaments when multiple matches overlap.
Will pubs show World Cup 2026 on BBC? Absolutely. BBC shares World Cup 2026 coverage with ITV from June 11 to July 19, broadcasting 52 matches including all England games. Every UK pub will show these matches.
Do I need to pay extra to watch BBC Sport in a pub? No, BBC Sport is free-to-air. Pubs only need their standard TV licence to broadcast it legally.