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The Weekend Takeover at King Rufus

29th - 31st May

Payday’s arrived, the evenings are stretching out a little longer, and suddenly staying in feels like a terrible use of both.

Right on cue, the Weekend Takeover is back at our pub. This is where we shift up a gear and become far more tempting than whatever plans were loosely floating around earlier in the week. Something is happening in every corner, whether that’s live sport drawing a crowd, a quiz turning competitive, or trying a brand-new gin (wink wink).

All you really need to do is show up and settle in.

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Fresh, chilled, and £3!

This month, we’ve teamed up with Hendrick’s, which means things are looking a little more refreshing behind the bar.

Through the Greene King App, you can try the brand-new Another Hendrick’s gin (plus tonic) for £3, perfect for this time of year. Light, crisp, and very easy to go back to, especially when the weather’s playing along. You’ll find it tucked into the exclusive menu on the app, ready and waiting for you.

(T&Cs apply.)

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Win a Hendrick's hamper!

The pubs are lively, the drinks are flowing, and there’s already plenty going on, but we’ve added something extra just to round things off.

As part of the Weekend Takeover, you could win a Hendrick’s hamper filled with everything needed to bring a bit of that pub energy home. Bottles of Hendrick’s Original and Another Hendrick’s, Fever-Tree tonic, Copa glasses, and a few thoughtful extras that make it feel like more than just another drink. It’s the kind of setup that suits long evenings, open windows, and not rushing anywhere in particular.

Simply head to the competition page below, pop in your details, and you’re in.

(T&Cs apply.)

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Download. Drink. Decided.

Here's how to claim:

  1. Download the Greene King app (it's free and full of good stuff
  2. Head to your local between 24th - 26th April 2026.
  3. Order from the App Exclusive Menu
  4. Discount automatically applies and pay

So dodge the dishes and drink up. This weekend, the pub's the ultimate place to be so for just £3 a glass, there's no better reason to get the gang together

(T&Cs apply)

Download the app
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All the action in one place

Expect wall-to-wall action, a room full of opinions, and the kind of atmosphere that makes every moment feel bigger.

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Payday energy hits different

There’s something about a pub on payday. The buzz at the bar, the background chatter, the shared relief that the weekend has officially arrived. It’s not something you can recreate at home.

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Something's always on

Every Weekend Takeover comes with some cracking events. From quizzes to surprises we’re not spoiling just yet, there’s always something going on. Check our What’s On page to plan your weekend!

Don't forget to download our app!