Hickory's Smokehouse Live Sport

Another month of unmissable live sport has arrived, and there’s nowhere better to catch every moment than at Hickory’s Smokehouse.

With large screens, an electric atmosphere, and wall-to-wall coverage of all your favourite leagues, it’s the best place to watch live sport with friends & family.

From Premier League showdowns, Champions League nights, and the intensity of European football, to F1 race days, rugby clashes, cricket, boxing, and more… we’ve got every game on, every weekend

We’re huge NFL fans too, and the Super Bowl is like our World Cup Final. So, if you’re looking for a new home for the NFL on Sunday nights, Hickory’s is the place to be.

Wherever you sit, you’ll get a perfect view of the action. Surrounded by the buzz of the bar, ice-cold beers, cocktails, craft ales, and all your favourite Hickory’s BBQ classics, there’s simply no better atmosphere to make every matchday unforgettable.

This Month We’ll Be Showing:

Football

Looking for the perfect spot to watch football? From Premier League weekends to those massive Champions League fixtures, you can rely on us for every match, every goal, and every last-minute moment. We show all live football across Sky Sports, TNT Sports, and Amazon, so you won’t miss a kick.

Premier League

Thursday 4^th December

Man Utd vs West Ham - 8pm

Saturday 6th December

Villa vs Arsenal - 12.30pm

Leeds vs Liverpool - 5.30pm

Monday 8^th December

Wolves vs Man Utd - 8pm

Saturday 13^th December

Arsenal vs Wolves - 8pm

Monday 15^th December

Man Utd vs Bournemouth - 8pm

Saturday 20^th December

Newcastle vs Chelsea - 12.30pm

Tottenham vs Liverpool - 5.30pm

Sunday 21^st December

Villa vs Man Utd - 4.30pm

Boxing Day

Man Utd vs Newcastle - 8pm

Saturday 27^th December

Chelsea vs Villa - 5.30pm

Tuesday 30^th December

Man Utd vs Wolves - 8.15pm

 

Champions League

Tuesday 9^th December

Atalanta vs Chelsea - 8pm

Inter vs Liverpool - 8pm

Tottenham vs Slavia Praha - 8pm

Thursday 10^th December

Leverkusen vs Newcastle - 8pm

Real Madrid vs Man City 8pm

Brugge vs Arsenal 8pm

 

African Cup of Nations

21st Dec– 18th Jan 2026

Catch every moment of AFCON live on our big screens.

 

NFL Sundays

Sunday nights are something special at Hickory’s. We show every game, on every screen, plus every play on NFL RedZone, making us your home of American football.

Join us from 6pm every Sunday, load up on some smokin' BBQ, grab an ice-cold beer or cocktail, and soak in the best American football atmosphere this side of the Atlantic.

7^th-9^th December

The race to the playoffs heats up as teams battle for crucial late-season wins. Expect high-intensity matchups, tight scorelines, and big performances from teams desperate to stay in the hunt.

14^th-16^th December

It’s crunch time. Division titles and playoff seeding are on the line this week, with several must-watch games that could reshape the postseason picture.

21^st-23^rd December

Rivalries take centre stage as traditional matchups collide with major playoff stakes. Every snap counts now, and this weekend is set to deliver some of the most dramatic football of the season.

28^th-30^th December

The final week of the regular season promises fireworks. With playoff dreams on the line, expect emotional wins, heartbreaking losses, and several games that will determine who advances and who heads home.

 

Formula 1

Engines, adrenaline, and edge-of-your-seat action. We’re showing every F1 race live, from practice to podium. It’s the perfect excuse to grab some BBQ burnt ends, or game-day snacks and watch the action unfold.

Sunday 7^th December

Abu Dhabi - 1pm

 

Darts

The arrows are flying this December as we show full coverage of the PDC World Darts Championship, one of the most electric events in sport.

Whether you’re backing an underdog or watching the big names chase the title, we’ve got every checkout, every 180, and every walk-on sorted.

11th December - 3rd January 2026

PDC World Darts Championship

 

Horse Racing

From big festivals to Boxing Day meetings, we’ll be showing the best of UK horse racing, including all the iconic holiday fixtures.

Saturday 6th December

Aintree Becher Chase Day

Boxing Day

King George VI Chase – 2.30pm

 

Eat, Drink & Cheer on Live Sport at Hickory's Smokehouse

Because let’s be honest... live sport is better with BBQ!

On matchdays you can tuck into low ’n slow smoked ribs, burgers stacked high, wings by the bucket-load, & Texas-style brisket. Or even go all out with one of our BBQ Trays or the Smokehouse Platter. Perfect for sharing during big games or going solo when the drama kicks off.

Share a 3 1/2-pint Growler of Hickory's Pale Ale, Amstel, Heineken, Inches cider or our Hickory's Driftaway IPA for just £16.50. It’s the ultimate game-day combo: Wings. Beer. Big Screens.

Looking for a Private Space to Round Up Your Folks?

Whether you're planning a family get-together, rounding up your friends for the ultimate game-day experience, or hosting a group of die-hard football, darts or NFL fanatics, we’ve got the perfect spot waiting for you.

Big screens, wall-to-wall coverage, cosy booths, exclusive areas, incredible sound & the best sports atmosphere around.

Sportsbooks

• Hickory’s Smokehouse Chester
• Hickory’s Smokehouse Wilmslow
• Hickory’s Smokehouse Wall Heath
• Hickory’s Smokehouse Derby

The Tramshed

• Hickory’s Smokehouse Poynton

The End Zone

• Hickory’s Smokehouse Wrexham

…and don’t forget, every Hickory’s has a brilliant bar space. Wherever you go, you’ll find big screens, great drinks, smokin' BBQ & the perfect atmosphere for live sport.

From booth-style comfort to fully kitted-out sports viewing areas, these spaces can be booked exclusively for you and your whole crew. All you need to do is turn up hungry, thirsty, and ready for the action.

Join Us at Hickory’s Smokehouse for All Your Live Sporting Action

That’s the line-up for December, but the sports action never stops at Hickory’s Smokehouse. We’ll have a brand-new  live sports schedule ready for you next month, packed with more football, rugby, cricket, NFL and plenty of big-screen moments!

So, check back here for the updated fixtures, and in the meantime, make sure you book your table early to grab the best seats in front of the action.

Whether you're settling in at the bar, booking out a private space or grabbing a pre-match feast in the restaurant, we’ve got you covered.

Give your local Hickory’s a call to secure the best seats in the house. Or, head online if you're joining us before the game in the restaurant. 

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