11 June – 19 July 2026

Watch the World Cup
2026 in Chelmsford

Whether you’re planning a big night out, a pub table with friends or food and drinks with the football on, Chelmsford city centre has plenty of places to watch the World Cup. Browse the guide, choose your matchday style and book ahead for the busiest England games.

England games, Chelmsford nights

With England’s group games kicking off at 9pm and 10pm UK time, this year’s tournament is made for evenings out in the city. Find places to watch, eat, drink and make a night of it in Chelmsford.

Here's when England are in action:

Sat 27 June
Panama v England 22:00

Find your venue

Looking for a big screen, a classic pub, pre-match games or a more relaxed table for food and drinks? Pick a category below and head straight to the venues
that suit your plans.

BIG SCREENS & FAN ZONES

  • Bar & Beyond

    ⚡ Big-Screen Fan Zone
    📍 6 Moulsham Street, CM2 0HR

    Experience the World Cup on the biggest screens in town, with giant 17ft and 13ft projectors plus four TVs showing every match live. Tickets include a free beer, 50% off pre-kick-off food and drink, £10 one-foot pizzas and DJ-led parties before and after the game.


  • The Garrison

    ⚡ Mega-Screen Late Bar
    📍 3 High Street, CM1 1BE

    Catch every moment on a massive 200" screen upstairs or across 14 TVs. Expect loud crowds, late licences, and deals like 2-for-£12 cocktails until 9pm. Built for evening kick-offs.



  • Be At One

    🍸 Cocktails & Celebrations
    📍 219 Moulsham Street, CM2 0LR

    From the group stage to knockout drama, catch every moment of England’s World Cup journey in a buzzing matchday atmosphere. Secure your ticket and be part of the action, then download the Mixr app for exclusive offers, discounts and rewards every time you watch your team.

CRAFT, CASK & THE MATCH

  • The Golden Fleece

    🍺 talkSPORT Football Pub
    📍84 Duke Street, CM1 1JP

    A talkSPORT-approved pub showing every England game on HD screens. Enjoy loaded pizzas, smash burgers, and bucket serves so you can skip the bar queue.

  • Brewhouse & Kitchen

    🍺 Award-winning Brewpub
    📍 Anne Knight Building, Duke Street

    Freshly brewed, hyper-local, award-winning craft beers are served in a striking copper brewery setting. Settle in with small plates, burgers, beer-infused dishes and 9-pint beer dispensers for the table.

  • The Bootmaker

    🍺 Traditional Pub & Garden
    📍 3-4 Moulsham Street, CM2 0HR

    Catch the World Cup live on the big screen, with tournament specials, freshly prepared food, great pints and a relaxed beer garden. Dog-friendly and ideal for warm-evening fixtures.

  • Radio City Social

    🍺 Craft Beer Taproom
    📍 5–36 Viaduct Road, CM1 1TS

    Watch the football on three screens at this railway-arch taproom — Radio City Beer Works brews on tap plus guest beers, ciders and spirits, with a friendly, alternative vibe.

GAMES BEFORE THE MATCH

  • Boom Battle Bar

    🎯 Competitive Socialising
    📍Bond Street, Chelmsford

    Axe throwing, AR darts, pool, and more. Catch every match on big screens with free England tickets, £5 pints and £10 meal deals. Upgrade to a drinks package to secure your table.

  • Spirits Bar & Games

    🎯 Competitive Socialising
    📍 19-21 Springfield Road, CM2 6JE

    A lively alternative to the big fan zones — indoor mini-golf, arcade machines and escape rooms, all with a full bar. Great for mixed groups wanting more to do.

  • Kingpins Bowl

    🎳 Bowling & Bar
    📍 5 Market Road, CM1 1XA

    Watch the World Cup while enjoying ten-pin bowling and darts at King Pins. Perfect for families and groups, with England matches shown on big screens above the lanes.

  • Q Ball Club

    🎱 Pool & Snooker Club
    📍 1 Barrack Square, CM2 0UU

    A relaxed, friendly snooker and pool club with a well-priced bar. Ideal if you'd rather enjoy a frame than fight for space, and there's parking nearby.

FOOD, DRINK & RELAXED VIEWING

  • The Courtyard

    🍽️ Bar, Kitchen & Courtyard
    📍12 Baddow Road, CM2 0DG

    No tickets, no entry fee — just turn up. Enjoy Happy Hour before matches, a sun-trap courtyard, and upstairs pool tables. Booking advised for England nights.

  • ACanteen

    🍽️ Independent Bar & Kitchen
    📍 35 New London Road, CM2 0ND

    An independent, family-run favourite offering great food and cocktails. A relaxed, food-first alternative to crowded bars.


  • County Hotel

    🍽️ Hotel Bar & Restaurant
    📍 29 Rainsford Road, CM1 2PZ

    Watch every World Cup match, with match-day offers including 50% off draught beers during England games and an £8.50 VAR Review cocktail available all day. A polished, relaxed spot for food, drinks.

  • Salt & Cellar

    🍽️ Dining, Cocktails & Live Sport
    📍 Kings Head Walk, CM2 6FH

    Watch the games live on a 100-inch screen, with dining, cocktails and late-night drinks in a more polished setting. Ideal for groups who want the football atmosphere without going full fan zone.

Before you head out

PLAN AHEAD,
GET HOME EASILY

England’s games kick off at 9pm and 10pm, so Chelmsford city centre is likely to stay busy late into the early morning.

Plan your journey home before you set off. Check parking, trains and local taxi options in advance.

Enjoy the atmosphere, and make it a World Cup to remember in Chelmsford!