Sports Mole takes a look at the best places to watch England during Euro 2024.
Eighteen months on from an unprecedented winter World Cup, England fans can enjoy all the usual highs and lows of a more familiar summer tournament when Euro 2024 kicks off in Germany.
Pubs, beer gardens and fan parks will be packed full of supporters hoping the Three Lions can finally bring football home, and here are some of the best options for anyone wondering where to watch England at Euro 2024.
Euro 2024 live screenings – Where to watch England
BOXPARK, London & Liverpool
Croydon’s BOXPARK was the scene of wild celebrations as England progressed all the way to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. While Gareth Southgate’s men couldn’t quite bring it home, in the space of just a few weeks, BOXPARK established itself as one of the most iconic venues in the country to watch England matches.
Serving street food, craft beers, wine and cocktails, demand will be high if you want to secure a ticket to catch the Three Lions in action this summer. Aside from the Croydon venue, BOXPARK has two other locations in the capital, with one in Shoreditch and one just down the road from the home of football itself in Wembley.
There are also plans to expand the unique BOXPARK concept of live venues crafted out of refitted shipping containers across the UK. That includes the new Liverpool site, where fans will also be able to watch every game at Euro 2024.
Devonshire Green football fan zone, Sheffield
One of the best outdoor Euro 2024 atmospheres in the UK will be found at Sheffield’s Fan City, which promises to deliver live music and a vibrant atmosphere to go with all the thrills and spills of a big summer of international football.
Capable of catering to 4,000 people, all England matches will again be available on big screens as has been the case in recent tournaments. There’ll also be some ex-pros in attendance with former England World Cup star Chris Waddle among those confirmed for this family-friendly football village in the Steel City.
Old Crown, Birmingham
The Old Crown is said to be Birmingham’s oldest pub, with claims that it dates back to the 14th Century. Its popularity means that the Digbeth Fan Park is a safe bet for a big screen, and a big atmosphere whenever England are in major tournament action.
Its beer garden can only cater to 400 fans, with England games likely to sell out quickly. But on the bright side, admission is free for all group stage matches, with cold pints, tasty street food and party vibes being the order of the day.
Road to Victory, Manchester
A massive hit during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Manchester’s Diecast is serving up the Road to Victory experience again throughout Euro 2024.
Its sprawling beer hall can accommodate up to 2,000 supporters with hospitality packages also on offer. It promises an immersive light show to add to the atmosphere while the entire venue will light up yellow or red whenever a card is dished out on the pitch.
Tickets are required for England games, but it’s easy to reach for those travelling into the city centre, with Manchester Piccadilly train station less than a five-minute walk from the venue.
TESTBED, Leeds
With huge screens and cutting edge sound, the England Fan Park in Leeds is back for the third major international tournament in a row, with a mixture of standing and seated options available for anyone looking to buy a ticket to catch the Three Lions in action.
There’ll be special guests in attendance at each of England’s group stage games, with Danny Mills signed up for the Serbia and Slovenia games, Meanwhile, former Leeds and England number one Paul Robinson will be in the house for the Denmark match. Admission starts at £15.
Central Park Fanzone, Newcastle & Sunderland
Newcastle’s Euro 2024 fanzone will be open throughout the tournament and features a huge jumbo HD screen that will show all the football, while there’ll be live bands throughout the summer at the Times Square site.
The 2,000 capacity venue offers an England group game pass which enables entry to watch all of the opening three matches for Gareth Southgate’s team for £15. That will also grant ticket holders early access to knockout stage tickets assuming the Three Lions progress.
Down the road in Sunderland, there’s a similar offering at Keel Edge fanzone where a group stage pass is just £12.
The Bierkeller, various cities
If you can’t make it to Germany, but want the next best thing, you can enjoy a beer, a bratwurst and a big game at the various Bierkeller sites across the UK.
Established in 2017, the Bierkeller has brought German food, beer and entertainment to its city centre venues in Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham and Liverpool. With the Euros heading to Germany this summer, it’s sure to be a popular option for England fans across the country.
Food and drink packages are on offer for England’s group games at £30, which includes a reserved seat, two drinks and a meal voucher.