The best sports pubs in London
But which spots are the streets above the rest when it comes to big screens, an electric atmosphere and the frostiest pints? Throw on your coat, grab your Oyster Card and let’s take a trip to the five best sports pubs in London
The Maple Leaf, Covent Garden
A stone’s throw from the world-famous Covent Garden piazza, Neal’s Yard and Seven Dials Market, the Maple Leaf is the perfect spot if you’re looking for pubs in the West End, and if you’re hoping to catch your team while you’re there, then all the better! This Canadian-themed pub features not only the latest games from the UK and Europe, but also must-see NFL games too! So, if you’re cheering for Arsenal or the Atlanta Falcons, Manchester United or the Minnesota Vikings, you can do it in style here. There’s a little bit of North American influence on the menu too – did you know the Maple Leaf is the only Greene King pub that serves the Canadian dish, poutine? You’ll find six variants here – perfect for keeping your energy up during the game.
The North London Tavern, Kilburn
A short walk from Abbey Road, made famous by The Beatles, you’ll find the North London Tavern, standing proudly on Kilburn High Road. It’s a short walk from Kilburn tube station and Brondesbury overground station, so if you’re looking for the best sports pubs in London that have easy travel access for all your mates, you’ve found it. You’ll see big screens on every wall showing league, cup and tournament action from Sky Sports and TNT Sports, so whether you take a stool at the bar or grab a table in the dining area, you won’t miss a moment of the action. Treat yourself (and the rest of your table) to our selection of mix-and-match small plates including Battered Halloumi, Crispy Battered Cod Goujons and Karaage Sticky Chicken, and wash it all down in style with our choice of draught beers, fruity spritzes and wine from around the world.
The Prince of Wales, Wimbledon
Home to probably the most famous tennis courts in the world, Wimbledon is very familiar with sporting greats, so it’s only natural that some of the best sports pubs in London are here too. At the Prince of Wales, you can catch all the latest from Centre Court here, as well as Premier League football, rugby, boxing and Formula One, with TV screens in every corner. Sitting pretty on Hartfield Road, it's one of the oldest pubs in the area, so there are plenty of cosy nooks and crannies to kick back in before and after the action, and if you fancy showing off your own sporting skills, you can go head-to-head with your mates with a game of digital darts. There’s a beer garden out back for drinks in the sunshine, and a fully-loaded menu of burgers, pub classics, sandwiches and sharers to enjoy.
The New Explorer, Marylebone
Halfway between Hyde Park and Regent’s Park, and just around the corner from Baker Street’s Sherlock Holmes Museum, the New Explorer pub on Great Castle Street is the perfect meeting place for an afternoon of watching sport. It sits just opposite the London College of Fashion, so there are plenty of stylish details inside, from the sophisticated design of the main bar to bright function spaces perfect for special occasions. There’s plenty for sport lovers too of course, and you’ll find our big TV screens all around the pub, showing the latest fixtures from Sky Sports and TNT Sports.The Traveller’s Tavern, Belgravia
Enjoying a day out in London and want to catch the game before your last train home? Lucky for you, some of the best sports pubs in London are within easy reach of stations with national travel links, just like the Traveller’s Tavern in Belgravia. A few minutes' walk from Victoria Train Station on Elizabeth Street, it’s the perfect place to kick back and relax after a long day strolling around Tate Britain, the V&A or the Imperial War Museum, and with all the latest football, cricket, boxing and tennis to watch, we’ve got plenty to keep you entertained too. Quench your thirst with a pint of your favourite beer, push the boat out with our choice of signature cocktails, and keep the hunger pangs at bay with our menu of tasty dishes, from Steak & Ale Pies to Wholetail Whitby Scampi.
The Old Dairy, Finsbury Park
If you like to sit back and watch the football in a traditional pub with a colourful backstory, the Old Dairy in Finsbury Park is a great choice if you’re looking to track down the best sports pubs in London. Once functioning as a creamery in the heart of the city, this Grade II-Listed building is famous for its 19th-century murals, located just around the corner from Crouch Hill underground station. And although the building is carefully preserved, you’ll find all the up-to-date pub features you know and love, like big screen TVs, a fully-stocked bar and a menu full of pub classics.There’s always a pub showing sport near you
Rugby, football, racing, cricket or golf; whatever your favourite sport, catch every lap, every try and every goal at your local Greene King sports pubs. We’ve got pubs showing sport all up and down the UK from city-centre bars to classic country pubs, with plenty of food and drink to keep you refreshed.
Get even closer to all the sports you love with the Greene King Sports app, available now on IOS and Android. View fixtures, find your nearest pub and win big with our action-packed Score King game. You’ll get a free drink when you sign up, plus 10% off selected drinks before, during and after big games. Terms and conditions apply, see our Greene King Sports app page for more details.