The World Cup is the perfect excuse to get together with friends, grab a drink and soak up the atmosphere of live football on the big screen. Whether you are planning every match in advance or just looking for somewhere lively to watch the biggest fixtures, the Jewellery Quarter has plenty of places to enjoy the action.
From pubs with huge screens and table service to private hire spaces for groups, this guide rounds up some of the best spots to watch the World Cup in the JQ. As venues announce their plans, we will be adding more places to help you find the right setting for kick-off.
The Church Pub
Games will be shown on a huge 100” 4K screen, with food and drinks available throughout the day and evening. Expect Guinness, craft and cask beers, cocktails, wine and a food menu served across the matches. You can also order food and drinks straight to your table, so you do not have to miss any of the action.
Tickets are £5 and guarantee you a seat for the match. The ticket price is also redeemable against your first drink when you arrive. For major games, entry opens three hours before kick-off.
They also has a private snug available to hire, ideal for groups who want their own space while still enjoying the match-day atmosphere. The snug includes a large projector screen, space for up to 12 guests, full table service and an electronic darts board for before kick-off and half-time.
The Rectory
The Rectory is another great option for World Cup plans, especially if you want more than just a seat in front of a screen. Based on St. Paul’s Square, the venue is combining live football with interactive darts, making it a strong choice for group bookings, work socials and big match get togethers.
For the tournament, The Rectory is showing England matches, key group games and knockout fixtures on dedicated screens, with food and drinks available as part of the match-day experience.
They are also offering a VIP World Cup darts package for groups. This includes 90 minutes of interactive darts before the game, a private area with a screen for the match, two beer boxes and a darts hall food package. The package is priced at £400 for up to 24 guests.
Indian Brewery Taproom
Indian Brewery Taproom, with every England group-stage fixture shown live on the big screen. With limited tables remaining, football fans are encouraged to book early to secure their place for the action.
Guests can enjoy brewery-fresh beers, award-winning craft brews and some of the city’s best Indian pizzas while cheering on England throughout the tournament.
England’s group-stage fixtures being shown live include:
• England vs Croatia – Wednesday 17 June 2026
• England vs Ghana – Tuesday 23 June 2026
• England vs Panama – Saturday 27 June 2026
To book, simply select your preferred match date, choose the number of guests in your party, and available World Cup booking options will appear. Look for the booking button marked “World Cup” to reserve your table.
With limited availability remaining for England’s matches, early booking is strongly recommended.
Saint Paul’s Market
Saint Paul’s Market will be showing every World Cup match throughout June and July on a huge new screen, creating the perfect setting for fans to catch all the action. With free entry for every match and guests can expect a lively atmosphere, cold pints, great food and all the drama from kick-off to the final whistle.
Those looking to secure a spot can book a table in advance, with guests receiving their first round of pints for just £4 each. A selection of limited-edition food specials will also be available throughout the tournament, alongside giant sharing cocktails set to be announced closer to kick-off.
Saint Paul’s Market will be hosting matchday surprises throughout the competition, adding to the excitement as the tournament unfolds. For fans who prefer a more spontaneous approach, walk-ins are welcome for every fixture, making it easy to grab a drink, gather with friends and enjoy the World Cup atmosphere without a reservation.
The Shakespeare
Nothing beats watching football in a proper Nicholson’s Pub. The noise, the energy, the shared celebrations. And with England and Scotland both heading to the 2026 World Cup the excitement is already building.
Your local Nicholson’s will be the place to catch every game with big screens great beer and an atmosphere that makes every moment feel bigger.
With both home nations in the tournament matchdays will fill fast. Secure your table today and get ready for all the drama all the passion and all the action at Nicholson’s.
The Button Factory
The Yard will be one of the main viewing areas, featuring three screens, including the venue’s stage screen, plus a four-hour pre-match build-up with a resident DJ before kick-off. For those looking to book ahead, VIP tables include some of the best seats in the house, table service and a complimentary beer on arrival, priced at £90 for a table of six.
There is also a VIP Box Experience for larger groups of 15 to 35 guests, with a private space in The Yard, a 100-inch screen, prosecco, a self-pour Guinness machine and a World Cup feasting menu.
Smaller groups can book The Loft Viewing Experience, with matches shown on a projector screen, while £5 general admission tickets are available for fans who want to be part of the atmosphere without reserving a table, with non-VIP seating offered on a first come, first served basis.
The Wolf
The Wolf will be showing the action live on the big screens throughout the tournament, starting with the opening fixture between Mexico and South Africa on Thursday 11 June from 8pm.
Football fans can enjoy every moment in a lively atmosphere, with great beers on tap and all the excitement that comes with the world’s biggest sporting event.
Supporters looking to catch England’s group-stage matches are encouraged to book in advance, with the following key fixtures expected to be particularly popular:
• England vs Croatia – Wednesday 17 June, 9pm
• England vs Ghana – Tuesday 23 June, 9pm
• England vs Panama – Saturday 27 June, 10pm
Whether you’re joining friends for a few pints or settling in for the full matchday experience, The Wolf offers the perfect setting to watch the tournament unfold. Guests can reserve their table via the booking link and secure their spot for the biggest games of the summer.
Skratch Golf
At Skratch Golf a private World Cup booths are available for groups of 8 to 15 people, offering a dedicated viewing experience for the tournament’s biggest fixtures. With a big-screen view, table service and a lively matchday atmosphere, guests can enjoy every goal, celebration and dramatic moment from the comfort of their own reserved space.
Designed for groups looking to make a matchday feel like a special occasion, the booths provide the perfect setting to gather friends, enjoy drinks throughout the game and soak up the atmosphere together.
Availability is limited, and demand is expected to be highest for England fixtures and the tournament’s knockout stages. Guests interested in securing a private booth are encouraged to enquire early by messaging the venue or calling 0121 769 3499.
