There’s nothing like watching a good game of rugby and enjoying a pint or two, and thankfully there are a whole host of bars and pubs where Gloucestershire ruby fans can soak up the Six Nations 2020.
Revel in the lively atmosphere and check out SoGlos’s round up of 11 places to catch a slice of the sporting action of this year’s Six Nations, with the tournament running from Saturday 1 February to Saturday 14 March 2020.
1. Café Rene in Gloucester
Set in the heart of Gloucester, Café Rene is a historic pub and restaurant, and offers a huge screen to watch the Six Nations live. Featuring a special burger-and-a-pint deal exclusively for Six Nations viewers.
2. Tivoli in Cheltenham
Get in the Six Nations spirit at the Tivoli Cheltenham. Book in advance to secure your table. There are also food and drink packages and table service available for the ultimate experience.
3. Harry Cook Free House in Cheltenham
Rugby fans can enjoy every match of the Six Nations at Harry Cook Free House, with drink offers available to make the sporting occasion even more enjoyable. The lively watering hole in Cheltenham’s Montpellier also offers a selection of pub grub to tuck into throughout the games.
4. Tank in Gloucester
Priding itself on a broad selection of craft beers, Tank promises a great setting at Gloucester Docks for rugby fans to enjoy the Six Nations this year. Showing all of the games, there’s no need to miss any of the action.
5. The Lamb Inn at Eastcombe
Nestled in the Cotswold village of Eastcombe and offering up a traditional country pub, The Lamb Inn is the perfect place to retreat this winter and enjoy the Six Nations.
6. The Frog and Fiddle in Cheltenham
Boasting an impressive 14 screens to enjoy the Six Nations, The Frog and Fiddle in Cheltenham offers a relaxed setting to watch all of the matches this year. With pool tables and plenty of seating, this pub is particularly popular with younger crowds.
7. Lakeside Brasserie in South Cerney
Enjoy the games in the stunning waterside sports bar of Lakeside Brasserie in South Cerney. Screening all of the Six Nations matches, this all-day dining restaurant and bar offers some unusual beverages to try out too.
8. Teague's Bar in Gloucester
With a choice of three huge screens and even private viewings, Teague’s Bar, located in Kingsholm, Gloucester, is popular haunt for rugby fans and promises a lively setting to get stuck into this year’s Six Nations.
9. The Miller in Cheltenham
Rugby fans can watch the match on one of the 14 screens at The Miller, catching the big games on their 85-inch screen surrounded by stadium seating. With table service throughout, there’s no excuse to miss a second.
10. The Exmouth Arms in Cheltenham
Showcasing every match of the Six Nations, visitors can revel in the relaxing atmosphere of The Exmouth Arms in Cheltenham. And, if you get peckish, rugby enthusiasts can also tuck into some good pub grub.
11. The Stirrup Cup in Bisley
Watch the Six Nations action at The Stirrup Cup. The traditional Cotswold pub is hidden in the friendly village of Bisley and will be serving its usual ales and ciders.
By Sophie Bird
