When it comes to the highly-anticipated annual Six Nations tournament, especially the Scottish matches, nothing beats enjoying the games in a great pub with an energetic atmosphere.
The Six Nations is one of the biggest rugby tournaments, and it is a very popular tradition for many rugby fans to go out with their friends or family and watch the games in pubs within the city centre or nearby.
With the event having just started, there are plenty of pubs in Stirling which are showing all of the Six Nations matches each weekend until March 15th. All pubs serve an extensive range of great food & drink, with Guinness on tap and a vast selection of beers, wines, cocktails, spirits and more.
Here are great pub recommendations in Stirling:
Morrisons Cold Beer Company
This busy pub is one of the finest places for sports in Stirling, mainly due to its enthusiastic and lively atmosphere. It will show all the games across their big screens.
Located on Murray Place in the Stirling City Centre, it is also a popular pre-drink pub as it is situated next to Fubar nightclub.
Various classic pub meals and a wide range of drinks, including craft and draught beers and malt whisky are offered here. The pub also serves limited edition burgers for the event.
Read more about Cold Beer Company here: https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/stirling/cold-beer-company
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Molly Malones
The very popular Irish bar in Stirling, situated on Maxwell Place in the city centre will be showing all of the Six Nations matches across their big screens while offering ‘unmatched’ energy.
Two limited edition burgers have also been crafted for the event, a Scottish Brunch burger and the chilli chicken burger!
A 20 per cent student discount will be offered with a valid Greene King discount card.
To avoid any walk-ins being denied due to large numbers of people, bookings are recommended. All tables last for 3 hours.
Read more about Molly Malones here: https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/stirling/molly-malones
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BrewDog
This increasingly popular chain has opened more of its modern bars across the UK and is well known for its delicious and versatile food menu.
Showing the matches at their location up the top of the Stirling high street, rugby fans are able to enjoy the game and wash down their amazing range of classic pub food, sourdough handcrafted pizzas, chicken wings, craft beers and many more drinks.
If you are a student, you can enjoy 25 per cent off with your student ID card!
Read more about BrewDog here: https://drink.brewdog.com/uk/brewdog-stirling
The Meadowpark Bar
Situated near Stirling University’s entrance, this relaxed bar and restaurant in Bridge of Allan shows all the matches whilst serving a vast range of hand-crafted and traditional drinks with a range of classic pub and international food.
To attract you more, a free complimentary Margherita pizza is offered whenever a 6-pint tower of Cold Town Beer is ordered! They will also be serving Cold Town’s Doddie Beir throughout the event.
Bookings are also recommended, especially for groups of 8 or more.
Read more about The Meadowpark here: https://www.themeadowparkstirling.co.uk
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The City Walls
Near the Stirling High Street on The Back Walk, this comfortable yet lively bar will show all the games across many screens.
The modern pub also offers a wide range of traditional pub meals and classic drinks for everyone to enjoy.
Booking is recommended to avoid turn-downs, and tables last 3 hours.
Read more about The City Walls here: https://www.belhaven.co.uk/pubs/stirling/city-walls
When are the Six Nations fixtures?
France v. Wales (Fri 31 Jan, 43-0)
Scotland v. Italy (Sat 1 Feb, 31-19)
Ireland v. England (Sat 1 Feb, 27-22)
Italy v. Wales (Sat 8 Feb, 14:15)
England v. France (Sat 8 Feb, 16:45)
Scotland v. Ireland (Sun 9 Feb, 15:00)
Wales v. Ireland (Sat 22 Feb, 14:15)
England v. Scotland (Sat 22 Feb, 16:45)
Italy v. France (Sun 23 Feb, 15:00)
Ireland v. France (Sat 8 Mar, 14:15)
Scotland v. Wales (Sat 8 Mar, 16:45)
England v. Italy (Sun 9 Mar, 15:00)
Italy v. Ireland (Sat 15 Mar, 14:15)
Wales v. England (Sat 15 Mar, 16:45)
France v. Scotland (Sat 15 Mar, 20:00)
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