Danny care kicks rugby ball into space to launch nationwide free pint giveaway
- Pub company and brewer, Greene King, has partnered with former England rugby international Danny Care to launch a nationwide free pint giveaway marking 25 years of Six Nations rugby
- Punters can claim the free pint on the opening weekend of the Six Nations using the codeword ‘Space for a Pint?’
- Scotland’s Calcutta Cup comeback crowned the greatest Six Nations moment of all time following nationwide poll
Brits across the nation can catch a free pint at their local Greene King pub during the live international rugby this weekend to mark 25 years of the Guinness Six Nations tournament.
To launch the free pint giveaway, former England international and current Harlequins star Danny Care has drop-kicked a rugby ball into space from Greene King’s The Barmy Arms, located in Twickenham - ‘the Home of Rugby’.
Awe-inspiring footage shows the ball’s out-of-this-world journey, leaving the scrum half’s foot and ascending beyond the Earth’s atmosphere into space to a height of 130,000 feet.
The footage also depicts the ball’s descent to Earth, landing in Greene King’s Westgate Brewery in Bury St. Edmunds, where quality beers have been brewed for over 200 years - marking 25 years of Six Nation rugby and the nationwide free pint giveaway.
Customers can claim their free pint of Greene King beer on either Friday 31st January or Saturday 1st February by saying the codeword ‘Space for a Pint?’ at the bar.
The offer includes Greene King IPA, Level Head, Flint Eye and Old Speckled Hen, as well as cans and bottles and non/low alcohol and soft drink alternatives – all perfect to enjoy while watching the first-round matches of the competition this weekend.
Marking 25 years of Six Nations rugby history, the public voted Scotland’s remarkable comeback to claim a draw against all odds against England at Twickenham in 2019 as the greatest Guinness Six Nations moment of all time.
The winning moment, which saw Scotland peg back England from 31-0 down to draw 38-38 took top spot, following a national vote by the almost 3,000 Brits, from a shortlist of six, as selected by rugby legends Danny Care, Gareth Thomas and Ryan Wilson.
Discussing 25 years of tournament history, the former England, Wales and Scotland internationals met up at Greene King pub, The Barmy Arms, just a stone’s throw from England’s Twickenham Stadium, to debate the six greatest moments* and toast 25 years of Six Nations rugby.
To launch the free pint giveaway, former England international and current Harlequins star Danny Care has drop-kicked a rugby ball into space from Greene King’s The Barmy Arms, located in Twickenham - ‘the Home of Rugby’.
Awe-inspiring footage shows the ball’s out-of-this-world journey, leaving the scrum half’s foot and ascending beyond the Earth’s atmosphere into space to a height of 130,000 feet.
The footage also depicts the ball’s descent to Earth, landing in Greene King’s Westgate Brewery in Bury St. Edmunds, where quality beers have been brewed for over 200 years - marking 25 years of Six Nation rugby and the nationwide free pint giveaway.
Customers can claim their free pint of Greene King beer on either Friday 31st January or Saturday 1st February by saying the codeword ‘Space for a Pint?’ at the bar.
The offer includes Greene King IPA, Level Head, Flint Eye and Old Speckled Hen, as well as cans and bottles and non/low alcohol and soft drink alternatives – all perfect to enjoy while watching the first-round matches of the competition this weekend.
Marking 25 years of Six Nations rugby history, the public voted Scotland’s remarkable comeback to claim a draw against all odds against England at Twickenham in 2019 as the greatest Guinness Six Nations moment of all time.
The winning moment, which saw Scotland peg back England from 31-0 down to draw 38-38 took top spot, following a national vote by the almost 3,000 Brits, from a shortlist of six, as selected by rugby legends Danny Care, Gareth Thomas and Ryan Wilson.
Discussing 25 years of tournament history, the former England, Wales and Scotland internationals met up at Greene King pub, The Barmy Arms, just a stone’s throw from England’s Twickenham Stadium, to debate the six greatest moments* and toast 25 years of Six Nations rugby.
Danny Care, who retired from international rugby after last year’s Six Nations tournament, said: “I’m buzzing to be a part of Greene King’s initiative to celebrate the start of this year’s 2025 tournament.
“To be given the chance to kick a rugby ball into space was insane, and to do so from the Home of Rugby in Twickenham was a fantastic experience. The film looks amazing, and hopefully the public will jump on the codeword featured to enjoy a free pint on Greene King to toast the start of the tournament this Friday.
“It’ll be strange watching the England boys from the sidelines this time, but I believe they’re building slowly under Steve Borthwick and they’re in for a strong tournament. Ireland under Andy Farrell have been the team to beat alongside France in the last couple of years and they’ll be hard to stop again, but I can see England springing a few surprises this year!”
“To be given the chance to kick a rugby ball into space was insane, and to do so from the Home of Rugby in Twickenham was a fantastic experience. The film looks amazing, and hopefully the public will jump on the codeword featured to enjoy a free pint on Greene King to toast the start of the tournament this Friday.
“It’ll be strange watching the England boys from the sidelines this time, but I believe they’re building slowly under Steve Borthwick and they’re in for a strong tournament. Ireland under Andy Farrell have been the team to beat alongside France in the last couple of years and they’ll be hard to stop again, but I can see England springing a few surprises this year!”
Space for a Pint? Danny Care drop kicks a rugby ball into SPACE to mark the start of this year's Guinness Six Nations.
Michelle West, Head of Sports Marketing at Greene King, said: “Every year we look forward to the Six Nations and this year we wanted to do something completely ‘out of this world’ to kick-start this year’s tournament.
“We know what our rugby-loving Greene King guests value, and that’s the welcoming pub atmosphere on game day, where they can settle in with friends and family and enjoy the tournament while feeling the excitement of the competition building up.
“Nothing brings people together like watching sport in the pub, and, as we gear up for a huge milestone tournament for the Six Nations we’re looking forward to witnessing sporting history.
“We’ve seen some truly memorable moments on the field in the last 25 years and we look forward to seeing our customers enjoy more moments and plays, similar to Scotland’s astonishing fightback at Twickenham six years ago.
“We know that almost half of Brits (43%) are planning on watching the Six Nations in a pub this year, so why not put those plans into action and head down to your local Greene King Sport pub, where we’ll be showing every game live across more than 900 locations. So, enjoy, with a pint on us.”
Greene King has launched a limited-edition beer, Scrumdown, available in participating Greene King pubs and while stocks last to toast the tournament. The 4.1% fresh golden ale has tropical and citrus notes and is made with classic English hops. The perfect ale to try when settling into the pub atmosphere to enjoy the rugby.
To claim your free pint of Greene King beer, visit one of the participating pubs here.
“We know what our rugby-loving Greene King guests value, and that’s the welcoming pub atmosphere on game day, where they can settle in with friends and family and enjoy the tournament while feeling the excitement of the competition building up.
“Nothing brings people together like watching sport in the pub, and, as we gear up for a huge milestone tournament for the Six Nations we’re looking forward to witnessing sporting history.
“We’ve seen some truly memorable moments on the field in the last 25 years and we look forward to seeing our customers enjoy more moments and plays, similar to Scotland’s astonishing fightback at Twickenham six years ago.
“We know that almost half of Brits (43%) are planning on watching the Six Nations in a pub this year, so why not put those plans into action and head down to your local Greene King Sport pub, where we’ll be showing every game live across more than 900 locations. So, enjoy, with a pint on us.”
Greene King has launched a limited-edition beer, Scrumdown, available in participating Greene King pubs and while stocks last to toast the tournament. The 4.1% fresh golden ale has tropical and citrus notes and is made with classic English hops. The perfect ale to try when settling into the pub atmosphere to enjoy the rugby.
To claim your free pint of Greene King beer, visit one of the participating pubs here.
*TOP 6 SIX NATIONS MOMENTS OF ALL TIME RANKED IN ORDER BY THE PUBLIC:
1. The comeback! Scotland’s remarkable second half display against England, Twickenham, 2019
2. Duhan Van Der Merwe’s iconic try against England, Twickenham, 2023
3. Ronan O’Gara’s drop goal to complete the grand slam for Ireland, Cardiff, 2009
4. Brian O’Driscoll's hat trick against France, Paris, 2000
5. Elliot Daly’s match winner against Wales, Cardiff, 2017
6. Shane Willlams’ winning try in the last minute of madness against Scotland, Cardiff, 2010
For further information, terms and conditions and to book your spot for this year’s Six Nations, head to the Greene King website here.
1. The comeback! Scotland’s remarkable second half display against England, Twickenham, 2019
2. Duhan Van Der Merwe’s iconic try against England, Twickenham, 2023
3. Ronan O’Gara’s drop goal to complete the grand slam for Ireland, Cardiff, 2009
4. Brian O’Driscoll's hat trick against France, Paris, 2000
5. Elliot Daly’s match winner against Wales, Cardiff, 2017
6. Shane Willlams’ winning try in the last minute of madness against Scotland, Cardiff, 2010
For further information, terms and conditions and to book your spot for this year’s Six Nations, head to the Greene King website here.