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.
Winter Olympics
10th Feb
10:00
Winter Olympics 2026
Olympics (W)
10th Feb
11:10
Japan (W)
Sweden (W)
Olympics (W)
10th Feb
15:40
Italy (W)
Germany (W)
Olympics (W)
10th Feb
19:10
Canada (W)
USA (W)
Northern Irish Premier League
10th Feb
19:45
Larne
Glentoran
Olympics (W)
10th Feb
20:10
Finland (W)
Switzerland (W)
Winter Olympics
11th Feb
08:00
Winter Olympics 2026
Olympics (M)
11th Feb
15:40
Slovakia
Finland
Olympics (M)
11th Feb
20:10
Sweden
Italy
Winter Olympics
12th Feb
08:00
Winter Olympics 2026
Olympics (M)
12th Feb
11:10
Switzerland
France
Olympics (M)
12th Feb
15:40
Czech Republic
Canada
Olympics (M)
12th Feb
20:10
Latvia
USA
Olympics (M)
12th Feb
20:10
Germany
Denmark
Winter Olympics
13th Feb
08:00
Winter Olympics 2026
Olympics (M)
13th Feb
11:10
Italy
Slovakia
Olympics (M)
13th Feb
11:10
Finland
Sweden
Olympics (M)
13th Feb
15:40
France
Czech Republic
Olympics (W)
13th Feb
15:40
TBC
TBC
U20 Six Nations
13th Feb
19:15
Scotland U20
England U20
German Bundesliga
13th Feb
19:30
Borussia Dortmund
Mainz
Scottish Championship
13th Feb
19:45
Airdrieonians F.C.
St Johnstone
Northern Irish Premier League
13th Feb
19:45
Dungannon Swifts
Cliftonville
English FA Cup
13th Feb
19:45
Wrexham
Ipswich
English FA Cup
13th Feb
19:45
Hull City
Chelsea
U20 Six Nations
13th Feb
19:45
Ireland U20
Italy U20
Olympics (W)
13th Feb
20:10
TBC
TBC
Olympics (M)
13th Feb
21:00
Canada
Switzerland
Winter Olympics
14th Feb
08:00
Winter Olympics 2026
Olympics (M)
14th Feb
11:10
Germany
Latvia
Olympics (M)
14th Feb
11:10
Sweden
Slovakia
Olympics (M)
14th Feb
15:40
Finland
Italy
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!
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!
premium
King's Stores
0.7 km
london
££
(6)
King's Stores
(6)
0.7 km
london
££
Just a few minutes from Liverpool Street Station, nestled between the City and Spitalfields market, is The Kings Stores, our vibrant, welcoming pub whose location makes it a favourite for people from all walks of life. With five HD screens throughout the pub, including one in our private dining room, which is available for hire, we show all the leading football, rugby, F1, cricket and other leading sports being shown on Sky, TNT and terrestrial channels. Our electric atmosphere, inventive menu and great selection of beers and wines make our pub a sports venue fit for a king.
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.