Six Nations 2026: TV Schedule & Where To Watch In London

One of the biggest dates in the rugby calendar, the Six Nations returns this February for five weeks of high-octane sport across Europe. Whether you plan to tune in from the sofa or prefer to soak up the atmosphere in the pub, read on for a guide to the tournament including the fixtures schedule, how to watch on TV and London’s best viewing spots.

Six Nations 2026: A Guide To Watching In & Out

When Is The Six Nations 2026?

For the first time in its history, the 2026 Six Nations kicks off on a Thursday evening, with France taking on Ireland on 5 February at 8.10pm. This will begin five weeks of matches, with England playing on 7 February, 21 February, 7 March and 14 March. The question is: under captain Maro Itoje’s leadership, will England continue their impressive run of form and take home the trophy for the first time since 2020?

How To Watch On TV

In the UK, all matches will be aired on either BBC or ITV for free. Here’s the full schedule of fixtures and where to watch.

Round one

• 5 Feb, 8.10pm: France v Ireland – ITV
• 7 Feb, 2.10pm: Italy v Scotland – BBC 
• 7 Feb, 4.40pm: England v Wales – ITV

Round two

• 14 Feb, 2.10pm: Ireland v Italy – ITV
• 14 Feb, 4.40pm: Scotland v England – ITV
• 15 Feb, 3.10pm: Wales v France – BBC

Round three

• 21 Feb, 2.10pm: England v Ireland – ITV
• 21 Feb, 4.40pm: Wales v Scotland – BBC
• 22 Feb, 3.10pm: France v Italy – ITV

Round four

• 6 March, 8.10pm: Ireland v Wales – ITV 
• 7 March, 2.10pm: Scotland v France – BBC
• 7 March, 4.40pm: Italy v England – ITV

Round five

• 14 March, 2.10pm: Ireland v Scotland – ITV
• 14 March, 4.40pm: Wales v Italy – BBC
• 14 March, 8.10pm: France v England – ITV

Where To Watch The Rugby In London

Brigadiers

Indian barbecue restaurant Brigadiers is always a popular spot for watching sport. The venue will be screening all Friday and Saturday matches throughout the tournament, with a special Six Nations Saturday menu (£45pp) on offer plus an option to add free-flowing drinks (£35pp). Nab one of the booth seats, or book one of the private rooms with a group of friends.

1-5 Bloomberg Arcade, City of London, London EC4N 8AR, brigadierslondon.com

The Broadcaster, White City

West Londoners: catch the game at White City hangout The Broadcaster, set over four floors at Television Centre, complete with a rooftop bar. There’s a big indoor screen, plus the Green Room is available for private bookings. While you watch, enjoy bar snacks like ham hock sausage rolls and monkfish scampi, alongside beers, ciders and cocktails. Plus, successfully split the G and you’ll receive a free pint.

89 Wood Ln, London W12 7FX, thebroadcaster.co.uk

The Regent, Balham

All SW London rugby fans will know The Regent, one of the capital’s best-loved sports pubs, found just round the corner from Balham station. Featuring big screens and a hearty pub menu, it’s the perfect spot for game day, but be warned: it gets very busy, so be sure to book ahead – and get there early to get settled before the game kicks off.

21 Chestnut Grove, London SW12 8JB, theregentbalham.co.uk

Flat Iron Square, Southwark

London Bridge’s ever-buzzing Flat Iron Square is always a popular place for watching sport, with 16 big screens (including a giant 16ft one in the main tap room) showing all the Six Nations matches. Visitors can also enjoy food and drinks from an array of street vendors, plus craft beers, cocktails and wine – with packages available for groups.

45 Southwark St, London SE1 9HP, flatironsquare.co.uk

Great Central Pub by Matt Fletcher, Marylebone

If top-notch food is a high game day priority for you, book a table at The Landmark London’s upmarket pub, helmed by chef Matt Fletcher. Watch the match on a large 55-inch screen while enjoying the Great Central Platter, which is piled high with cheeseburger sliders, spicy chicken wings and beer-battered onion rings, alongside a pint of Asahi (and a second for free). 

222 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 6JQ, landmarklondon.co.uk

The Orange Tree, Richmond

Over in leafy Richmond, the most famous rugby pub is The Orange Tree, perched just across the road from the train station. With two drop down screens (one at each end of the pub), you’ll always be within view of the action, and you can guarantee a lively crowd. Enjoy alongside local ales and classic pub grub.

45 Kew Rd, Richmond TW9 2NQ, orangetreerichmond.co.uk

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Big Penny Social, Walthamstow

Spanning 26,000 square feet, Big Penny Social in Walthamstow is the UK’s biggest beer hall, so you can guarantee a stadium-style atmosphere. The venue will be screening all matches throughout the Six Nations on large HD screens, with plenty of space available for big groups alongside pizzas, burgers and beers.

1 Priestley Way, London E17 6AL, bigpennysocial.co.uk

The Abbey Tavern, Kentish Town

Boasting a large beer garden with a screen, The Abbey Tavern is another of the capital’s most popular sports pubs. It will be showing all games throughout the tournament, and serves food inspired by Kansas City, Missouri – think hot dogs and burgers. Keep your eyes peeled for special happy hour deals too.

124 Kentish Town Rd, London NW1 9QB, abbey-tavern.com