Another month of unmissable live sport has arrived, and there’s nowhere better to catch every moment than Live Sport 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, golf, 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, we look forward to welcomin' you in when the season returns next month!

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

The wait is finally over… the Premier League is back!

Another season of unforgettable goals, fierce rivalries, last-minute winners, and blockbuster matchdays gets underway this month and there’s no better place to catch every kick than Hickory’s Smokehouse.

Premier League

Friday, August 21st

Arsenal vs Coventry 8pm

Saturday, August 22nd

Hull vs Manchester Utd 12.30pm

Brentford vs Tottenham 5.30pm

Sunday, August 23rd

Newcastle vs Liverpool 4.30pm

Monday, August 24th

Fulham vs Chelsea 8pm

Friday, August 28th

Crystal Palace vs Man City 8pm

Saturday, August 29th

Liverpool vs Nottingham Forest 12.30pm

Tottenham vs Newcastle 5.30pm

Sunday, August 30th

Manchester Utd vs Ipswich 4.30pm

Monday, August 31st

Aston Villa vs Arsenal 8pm

Golf

August is packed with world-class golf as the PGA Tour reaches its thrilling conclusion. From the final regular season event to the FedExCup Playoffs, every shot counts as the world's best golfers battle it out for the biggest prizes of the season.

6th-9th August

Wyndham Championship

The final stop before the FedExCup Playoffs. With places in the postseason on the line, expect fearless golf, dramatic leaderboard swings, and plenty of last-chance heroics.

13th-16th August

FedEx St. Jude Championship

The FedExCup Playoffs begin. Only the top players remain, with every round bringing added pressure as the race for the FedExCup heats up.

20th-23rd August

BMW Championship

The stakes get even higher as the field narrows. Every drive, every putt, and every birdie could be the difference between reaching the season finale or heading home.

27th-30th August

Tour Championship

The season reaches its dramatic conclusion. The Tour Championship is where the FedExCup champion is crowned, with the world's best golfers going head-to-head in one final battle for glory.

Whether you're following your favourite player or watching the playoff drama unfold, we'll be showing all the action live on our big screens.

Rugby Union

International rugby returns with a month packed full of heavyweight clashes as some of the world's best teams go head-to-head. From Southern Hemisphere rivalries to international showdowns, we'll be bringing you every tackle, try, and turnover live on the big screens.

Saturday 8th August

Japan vs Australia - 10.05am

An exciting clash as Japan welcome the Wallabies, with fast-paced rugby and attacking flair on display.

Argentina vs South Africa - 7.00pm

The Pumas take on the reigning world champions in a huge Rugby Championship showdown that's guaranteed to deliver big hits and world-class rugby.

Saturday 15th August

British & Irish Lions vs New Zealand - 5.00pm

One of rugby's greatest rivalries. Expect a fierce contest as two of the sport's biggest names collide in an unmissable international.

Saturday 22nd August

South Africa vs New Zealand -  3.10pm

It doesn't get much bigger than the Springboks versus the All Blacks. Two rugby powerhouses battling for bragging rights in one of the sport's fiercest rivalries.

Saturday 29th August

South Africa vs New Zealand - 3.10pm

Round two of an iconic rivalry as these giants of world rugby meet again in another blockbuster encounter.

Argentina vs Australia - 7.00pm

The month finishes with another huge Rugby Championship clash as Argentina and Australia battle for crucial points.

Whether you're backing the Springboks, All Blacks, Wallabies, Pumas or simply love world-class rugby, Hickory's is the place to catch every moment.

Formula 1

The summer break is over, and Formula 1 is back! The championship battle resumes with one of the most atmospheric races of the season as the drivers head to the Netherlands for a thrilling return to racing.

Sunday 23rd August

Dutch Grand Prix

Formula 1 roars back into action at the iconic Circuit Zandvoort. With its banked corners, sweeping turns, and passionate sea of orange-clad fans, the Dutch Grand Prix always delivers edge-of-your-seat racing.

Cricket

International cricket returns this month as England take on Pakistan in a thrilling Test series. Five days of world-class cricket, fierce competition and momentum-shifting sessions make Test cricket one of the greatest spectacles in sport.

Whether you're following every ball or dropping in for the day's final session, we'll be showing all the action live at Hickory's Smokehouse.

19th-23rd August

England v Pakistan - First Test

England and Pakistan renew one of cricket's most exciting rivalries, with both sides battling for supremacy in a Test match packed with skill, strategy and drama.

27th-31st August

England vs Pakistan - Second Test

The series continues as both teams look to gain the upper hand. Expect explosive batting, world-class bowling, and gripping moments as every session shapes the outcome of the contest.

Horse Racing

August is filled with top-class racing as some of the UK's most iconic racecourses take centre stage. From prestigious festival meetings to exciting weekend fixtures, we'll be showing all the best action live on our big screens.

19th-20th August

York Ebor Festival

One of the highlights of the flat racing season. York's famous Ebor Festival brings together elite horses, leading jockeys, and four days of world-class racing packed with drama and unforgettable finishes.

Saturday 22nd August

Chester Races

Racing returns to one of Britain's most unique courses. Chester's tight turns and electric atmosphere always make for an exciting day's racing.

Newmarket Races

Another fantastic afternoon of racing from the Home of Flat Racing, where some of the sport's biggest names go head-to-head in pursuit of victory.

Saturday 29th August

Newmarket Races

The month's racing action finishes back at Newmarket with another superb card featuring quality racing, competitive fields and plenty of excitement from start to finish.

Whether you're backing a favourite, following the festival action, or simply enjoying a day at the races from the comfort of the bar, we'll have every key moment live.

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
• Hickory's Smokehouse Adel
• Hickory' Smokehouse Gateshead
• Hickory's Smokehouse Peterborough

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 August, 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... including the awaited return of the NFL Season.

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, there's always a place for you at our table.

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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