It might be down to the lack of successful football teams in the South West, but rugby regularly feels like the bigger sport in these parts. So of course we’re excited to see the return of the biggest event in our sporting calendars this year. The Six Nations is officially back on Friday, January 31 and, luckily for us Bristolians, there are plenty of places to watch it with mates over the coming weekends. Pull up a seat in front of the big screen, order a beer and relax with our guide to where to watch the Six Nations this year in Bristol.
1. Bambalan
Bambalan will host a huge fan zone in Bristol, giving fans the perfect place to watch the Six Nations 2025. For all England games, Bambalan will treat fans to an incredible fan park experience with giant anti-glare screens, a world-class sound system, and all the classic food and drink you need to fuel your celebrations. Admission to all games is FREE on a first come, first served basis so booking is strongly advised. To learn more head here.
Bambalan, Beacon Tower, Colston Street, BS1 4XE
2. King Street Brew House
A much-loved brewery found by the Floating Harbour, King Street Brew House serves up cold pints with plenty of space to watch the footy – and they’re screening the Six Nations matches this February and March. One of Bristol’s top taprooms, guests can expect tons of beers on tap, as well as tasty pizzas (good match food, if you ask us). The brewery will be showing the matches with several screens dotted throughout the venue, but why not book the Tank Room for private screenings? You can pre-order your food and drink too, so you can sit back and watch the rugby! Learn more here.
King Street Brewhouse, 13 Welsh Back, BS1 4RR
3. Wiper and True
Sick of weak watery pints while watching the rugby? The Bristol brewery, Wiper and True, will be showing all of England’s Six Nations games at their Taproom. Extending their hours to show the games, they’ve got a gigantic projector screen, some of the tastiest beers in Bristol, and delicious food from Pig’s Pizzas. It’s free entry too!
The Taproom, Unit 11, City Business Park, Easton Road, Bristol, BS5 0SP
4. Bristol Beer Factory
One of Bristol’s iconic taprooms is getting involved in the Six Nation action. The Bristol Beer Factory Taproom is well known for screening live rugby. It is showing all the games on its 80” projector, and maybe wheeling out more screens for the bigger games. Bristol Beer Factory’s kitchen will be open and slinging out burgers and wings too!
Bristol Beer Factory, 291 North St, Southville, Bristol BS3 1JP
5. Racks Bar & Kitchen
More than nine screens are running throughout the Clifton sports bar, Racks. Walk-ins are always welcome, but make sure to book a table in front of one of the flatscreen TVs. This is the best way to settle into the game without worry – except for whether your team will win or lose, of course. All Six Nations games will be played at the popular party hotspot. To learn more head here.
6. Steam
One of the city’s thriving venues, Steam frequently screens live sports – with big TVs to accommodate rugby fans – and its weekend brunches aren’t to be sniffed at either. You can watch the Six Nations either indoors or outdoors in Steam’s heated, covered terrace. You can also book one of our popular beer/cider jug tables for all the England matches, with 4-pint jugs perfect for sharing. At Steam, you can enjoy cold pints of craft beer or continental lagers alongside a selection of burgers and fries with the rugby – the perfect combination in our eyes. Learn more here.
Steam, Clifton Down Station, Whiteladies Road, BS8 2PN
7. O’Neill’s
The Irish pub might seem like an obvious choice when it comes to watching the Six Nations. But if you want to be surrounded by diehard rugby fans, this is the pub for you. O’Neills should be your top choice if you are supporting Ireland as well – who we think is in with a shot this year of winning. Designed for big sporting events like this, you’ll catch every last scrum, tackle and drop-kick over the next six weeks. The pub is getting properly stuck into this tournament too by offering plenty of drinks packages.
O’Neill’s, 7-9 Baldwin St, Bristol BS1 1RU
8. New Bristol Brewery
Bristol’s taprooms love the rugby it seems. With two large screen, 22 taps of beer, and authentic Mexican tacos, what’s not to love about New Bristol Brewery? It’s showing all the 2025 6 Nations fixtures too, and you can bring your dog!
New Bristol Brewery Taproom, 20A Wilson St, St Paul’s, Bristol BS2 9HH
9. The Old Fish Market
Unsurprisingly, the oak-furnished Old Fish Market on Baldwin Street is always pretty busy. But that only adds to the bustling ale house’s atmosphere if you ask us! There’s plenty of standing room, but if you can grab a seat, tuck into a menu full of English classics to show your pride – from fish ‘n’ chips to steak & ale pie – while shuddering at high tackles. It’s showing all the action too! Head here to book a table.
The Old Fish Market, 59-63 Baldwin St, Bristol BS1 1QZ
10. Hort’s Townhouse
The newly refurbished Hort’s Townhouse, just a stone’s throw from Bristol’s city centre, is showing every kick, tackle and scrum on their three screens this February and March. The Grade-II listed building adds just a touch more elegance to the rugby fever – with a menu boasting the best of seasonal British produce.
Hort’s Townhouse, 49 Broad Street, Bristol, BS1 2EP
When are the England games at the Six Nations 2024?
- Saturday, 1 February 2025 (4:45pm): Ireland v England, Aviva Stadium, Dublin
- Saturday, 8 February 2025 (4:45pm): England v France, Twickenham
- Saturday, 22 February 2024 (4:45pm): England v Scotland, Twickenham
- Sunday, 9 March 2024 (3:00pm): England v Italy, Twickenham
- Saturday, 15 March 2024 (4:45pm): Wales v England, Principality Stadium, Cardiff