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 this Autumn.

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 over. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off this month, bringing together the world's best players, biggest nations & unforgettable football moments. From the opening match to the final whistle, we'll be showing the action live alongside the biggest fixtures from across the football calendar.

2026 FIFA World Cup

Third Place Play-off & Final

Saturday, July 18

Third Place Play-off - Match 103: England vs France, kick-off 10pm - Miami, USA

Sunday, July 19

Final - Match 104: Argentina vs Spain, kick-off 8pm - New Jersey, USA

Golf

Golf takes centre stage this month with two of the biggest tournaments of the year, including one of the sport's most iconic championships right on our doorstep.

16th-19th July

The Open Championship - Royal Birkdale, Southport

The oldest & most prestigious major in golf returns to the North West as Royal Birkdale hosts The Open Championship.

With the world's biggest players competing for the Claret Jug just minutes from our Southport Smokehouse, we're going even bigger for one of the biggest sporting events of the summer.

The Open at Hickory's Southport

If you're heading to Southport for The Open, make sure Hickory's is part of your plans.

We'll be serving up wall-to-wall coverage, ice-cold drinks, championship-worthy BBQ & an atmosphere that every golf fan will love. Whether you're watching the action unfold after a day at the course or settling in to catch every shot live on our big screens, there's no better place to soak up the excitement.

This is a huge moment for Southport, and we're ready to celebrate it in true Hickory's style.

All that's left to do is round up your crew & book your table!

Big drives. Clutch putts. Championship moments.

Rugby

International rugby takes centre stage this month as the Nations Championship returns, bringing together some of the world's best teams for a series of unmissable clashes.

Expect huge hits, breathtaking tries, and edge-of-your-seat action as every match plays a part in the battle for international glory.

Nations Championship

Saturday 18th July

The final round promises blockbuster encounters as nations fight to finish on a high. Expect fierce competition, passionate support, and plenty of unforgettable moments.

Whether you're a lifelong rugby fan or just love the atmosphere of a big sporting occasion, we'll be showing every match.

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 July, 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 2026 UEFA Super Cup, the return of the Premier League, golf, cricket 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, 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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