Ah match day; the projectors are on, the pints are being poured, and you're eagerly awaiting kick-off with a pint in-hand. Nothing really compares, does it? To make sure you have the ultimate viewing experience of the Six Nations, World Cup and Premiership games, secure a place at one of these top spots. From cosy locals to cool gastro boozers, check out Manchester's best rugby pubs here.
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Last updated on 19th January 2024
For every try, tackle and scrum, you'll certainly want to head to The Flour and Flagon on Grosvenor Street. Nab a cosy table with your pals for all of the sporting action. On top of that, expect all the usual pub offerings, with British classics and an extensive collection of sips.
If looking for the best pubs for watching rugby in Manchester, this is the spot for you. Head on over to Footage for the chance to lap up all of the latest games, with a cinema-style screen, a menu of hearty bites or sharing platters, and budget-friendly beers.
The Crafty Pig is a Northern Quarter staple for all your rugby needs, as the relaxed venue has loads of screens across its space, alongside bottomless brunches, burgers and more to keep you refreshed. It's ideal for fans.
This great sports bar is helping you to catch all of the best rugby games in Manchester. Take some mates here to enjoy a cold pint alongside massive plates of grub and live screenings. When England play Australia, you'll definitely find a number of Aussie supporters too.
After places showing rugby on Deansgate? The Sawyer Arms are sure to have all the latest matches playing on their screens, as they have both Sky and ESPN. With proper ale, draught beer and hearty plates on offer too, there's plenty of reasons to stick around after the whistle blows.
The Lost Dene is a brilliant shout if you're looking for plots to catch the rugby. Boasting screens across the venue and freshly brewed pints, the boozer will also be offering a bucket of Asahi Super Dry for £25. What a steal.
A staple of the sports scene on the southern side of the city centre, Turing Tap is a fab place for nabbing a table to watch the rugby. You won't miss a try, kick or tackle across the multiple screens, while the pints are affordable too.
After unique places showing the rugby in Manchester? Head over to Bierkeller in The Printworks, which combines four bar across two floors, with over 20 screens, three projectors and a large LED screen. Plus, for more entertainment, there's pool tables, shuffleboards and even live oompah bands.
Right in the centre of town, Piccadilly Tavern is a laid-back, no-frills destination that's just a short walk from the station. And while you're cheering on your team's colours? Sink cheap cocktails, Guinness and loads of other choices for drinks.
Big game on the cards? Then settle in over at O'Neill's, one of the best pubs. A classic Irish boozer with numerous HD screens spread across its venue, this joint is ready to make sure you don't miss any of the rugby fixtures.
Nestled in Manchester city centre, this pub is a must for watching sport and soaking up pints. As well as screening all of the latest fixtures, it serves a menu of classic British plates, from full English breakfasts to massive sharers that are made for cheering on your team.
The English Lounge is a classic British boozer featuring booths with their own TVs and plenty of other screens dotted about the large space, so you'll be sure to have a great view. But that's not all, as there's plenty of grub to fuel your support too.
As its name may suggest, The Director's Box is a bustling Manchester sports bar showing the rugby. With screens across the venue, you're sure never to miss a moment while gorging on classic grill dishes and craft beers.
Catch the latest rugby fixtures at Tib Street Tavern, where Six Nations matches and World Cups are sure to be played across the venue. To keep you refreshed? Order buckets of beers or cider at a reduced price, with a whole load of food to graze on too.
A great pub showing plenty of sports, Mulligans is just a stone's throw from the main Deansgate street and the perfect place to catch up on all the rugby. Relax with a pint of beer and some traditional Irish fare while taking in all of the sporting action on their multiple screens.
Just off Oxford Road lies The Lass O'Gowrie, a typical boozer with a charming and cosy vibe. On the hunt for places to watch the rugby? Hunker down by one of their six screens dotted around the pub, with plenty of refreshments to keep you going in the form of real ale and classic pub food.
