Six Nations is officially back from Friday, January 31, with England’s first game against Ireland on Saturday, February 1. We’ll be cheering on the Three Lions from the comfort of a pub and, lucky for us Brummies, there are plenty of places to catch all the action over the coming weekends. So 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 in Birmingham.
1. Bierkeller
Bierkeller is usually one of the most thriving bars in Birmingham and the atmosphere is as good as any sporting ground in the Shooters Rack ‘n’ Roll sports bar. Twenty screens, two projector screens and a massive LED superscreen to accommodate rugby fans, you won’t miss a second of the action heading here. Book your table for the Six Nations now, with several packages ready to snap up. Head here to learn more.
Bierkeller, 21-22 Essex St, Birmingham B5 4TR
2. Walkabout
If anyone loves rugby more than the Brits, it has to be the Aussies. So where better to watch all the action than Walkabout? Catch all the Six Nations rugby action on their massive HD screens scattered everywhere. Plus, fuel up on a bottomless brunch that includes pints of Guinness and Frank’s Hot Sauce burgers and wings before, or order an eight-pint beer tower to your table to tide you over through the game. To see all of Walkabout’s Six Nations deals head here.
Walkabout, Langley Buildings, Regency Wharf, Birmingham B1 2DS
3. The Brasshouse
A great sports pub in Birmingham all year round, The Brasshouse regularly shows rugby, football and horse racing here. So you know the clientele will know how to bring a great atmosphere to the occasion. If you’re after a pint of local cask ale and some pub grub whilst watching the rugby, The Brasshouse will be showing every scrum, tackle and try live. Every game will be playing on its HD screens. It’s bound to get busy, however, so book your table now.
44 Broad Street, B1 2HP
4. The Gosta Green
As the European elite of rugby battle it out for glory, head down to The Gosta Green to catch all the action on huge HD screens and sample a wide selection of beers. Near Aston University, this Brummie bar offers a thrilling sporting atmosphere and some smashing food and drink offers. Why not try one of their bottomless brunches (with Guinness!) for England’s first game? The pub is pretty laid-back whatever time of day it may be and you can book your place on The Gosta Green website.
Gosta Green, Holt Street, Birmingham B7 4BG
5. Hennessey’s
Hennessey’s Bar looks set to show all the drama this February and March. Six Nations will take centre stage over three bars and five rooms, with a total of 20 screens to watch all the games – this includes a giant outdoor LED screen and an indoor big screen. The atmosphere is bound to be incredible. You can also book a table in the basement for £50 – and you will receive a £50 tab to spend on food and drinks throughout the day.
Hennesseys, 30-31 Allison St, Birmingham B5 5TJ
6. The Junction
This laid-back gastropub in Harborne will be showing every single second of the action. The Junction’s homely atmosphere and authentic British pub classics might not result in the rowdiest affair. Perfect for those looking for somewhere to watch the Six Nations in Birmingham with a bit more peace and quiet. Plus, you won’t miss a kick, tackle, or try all tournament. Learn more here.
The Junction, 212 High St, Harborne, Birmingham B17 9PT
7. BOX
BOX in Brindleyplace is a massive sports bar with over 32 top-of-the-range TV screens to catch all the biggest sports events live. Watch every try, tackle and triumph from any angle as you immersive yourself in its lively party atmosphere – which also features two 18-foot maple wood European Shuffleboard tables. Tuck into Detroit-style deep-dish pizzas, burgers, premium kebabs and more, while for drinks you can enjoy everything from a menu devoted to tequila-based drinks to a world-class selection of beers. You can learn more here.
8. The Button Factory
This Jewellery Quarter staple offers a, slightly, more stylish way to take in the Six Nations this year. The Button Factory offers bottomless brunches, cracking cocktails and a stunning rooftop terrace. A great place to catch the action without finding the atmosphere too raucous.
The Button Factory, 25 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HH
9. O’Neills
The Irish pub is maybe the most obvious choice when it comes to where to watch the Six Nations. If you want to be surrounded by diehard rugby fans, this is the pub for you. O’Neills is designed for big sporting events like this. Every last scrum, tackle and drop-kick of all the home nation games will be played over the next six weeks. The pub is getting properly stuck into this Six Nations by offering plenty of drinks packages too.
O’Neills, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2HG
10. The Trocadero
Showing all the big games on even bigger screens, The Trocadero might be the place to be for Six Nations 2024. You pretty much guaranteed a passionate crowd too, with whom you can experience all those glorious tries. Keeping glasses and bellies full, the sports bar is serving all the pub grub you can dream of – from sharing nachos to gourmet burgers, stone-baked pizzas and sausages & mash.
The Trocadero, Temple St, Birmingham B2 5BG
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