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If your side gets a big game at Wembley, one of the important first steps in your preparation might be to seek out the pubs near Wembley.
A pre-match drink is a staple of English football culture, but fans can only drink in very specific pubs in and around the ground. Quite sensibly, the authorities allocate specific pubs to each team depending on which side of the stadium they will be sitting on.
While Wembley is quiet during the start of the season, a smattering of England fixtures and later-stage cup ties are always on the horizon.
Taylor Swift played eight shows at the stadium in 2024 as part of her worldwide tour. Meanwhile, the Wembley record attendance for a boxing match was broken in September when Anthony Joshua fought Daniel Dubois for the IBF World Heavyweight title.
For concerts and other non-sporting events, the pub situation is much more relaxed, and fans are free to roam around both sides of Wembley.
Which pubs are on the west side of Wembley Stadium?
The west side of Wembley is full of great pubs. They include:
The Green Man, Dagmar Avenue HA9 8DF
The Green Man is arguably the best and most well-known pub in the Wembley area. It is situated half a mile west of Wembley Stadium and can accommodate hundreds of fans. This pub typically fills up quickly before football matches, so fans are advised to arrive early to avoid disappointment. Once it reaches capacity, a one-out, one-in policy applies.
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The Arch, 324 Harrow Rd, Wembley, HA9 6LL
The Arch isn't as big as the Green Man and is further away from the stadium (one mile west), but it does offer fans an alternative pre-match experience. If you are after some gourmet food before heading to the stadium, then the Arch could be your best bet, particularly if you are a fan of traditional Indian food.
The Ach also boasts a large beer garden, which makes it a popular spot on rare days when the sun is shining on the capital.
The Liquor Station, 397A High Rd, Wembley, HA9 6AA
The Liquor Station is located a 15-minute walk away from Wembley Stadium and is a great spot to stop for a pint before the match due to its huge selection of beers. Like the Arch, the Liquor Station also has food on offer but at more reasonable prices, making it a viable option if you are looking to keep costs down.
Full list of pubs on the west of Wembley
- The Green Man, Dagmar Avenue HA9 8DF
- Crystals (Sports Bar & Aqua Lounge) 1 Popin Building, Southway, HA9 0HB
- The Arch, 324 Harrow Rd, Wembley, HA9 6LL
- Station 31, 299-303 Harrow Rd, Wembley, HA9 6BD
- The Liquor Station, 397A High Rd, Wembley, HA9 6AA
- JJ Moons, 397 High Rd, Wembley, HA9 6AA
- La Regina, St George's Hotel, 43-51 Wembley Hill Rd, Wembley, HA9 8AU
- Black Sheep, 2 Olympic Way, Wembley Park, HA9 0GU
- Sixty Six Bar & Grill, 3 South Way, Wembley, HA9 0JU
- The Corner House, 313 Harrow Road, HA9 6BA
- White Horse, 4 Wembley Park Blvd, Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 0HP
Which pubs are on the east side of Wembley Stadium?
The east side of Wembley is generally considered the worst of the two sides by fans who have visited the area. However, there are still some pubs that are worth visiting. They include:
The Blue Check, 12 -13 Empire Way, Wembley, HA9 0RQ
From the outside, the Blue Check may look like the type of British bar you would expect to find down the strip in Benidorm, but that only adds to its charm. Inside, it's actually relatively nice and spacious. It also offers food at reasonable prices, allowing fans to fill up before heading to the stadium.
The Torch, 1-5 Bridge Rd, Wembley Park, HA9 9AB
The most popular pub on the east side is the Torch, which is about 0.7 miles east of the stadium. This pub is the only option on the east side that rivals the Green Man in sheer size, which naturally means it fills up very quickly when supporters are given a designated side of the ground for pubs.
It has a large beer garden in the back, but the small bar inside often struggles to deal with the demand when the pub hits capacity.
Wembley Tavern, 121 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, HA9 8HG
The Wembley Tavern is a pokey bar on the east side of Wembley that doesn't have room for many fans at all. However, if you can get in there, then it's worth staying for a few drinks due to its prime location and ‘old school' feel. The Wembley Tavern shows live sports, so it's a popular choice for people who don't have a ticket to the match.
The full list of pubs on the east side of Wembley is as follows:
- The Blue Check, 12 -13 Empire Way, Wembley, HA9 0RQ
- Wembley Tavern, 121 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, HA9 8HG
- Stadium Sports Bar, 125 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, HA9 8HQ
- The Torch, 1-5 Bridge Rd, Wembley Park, HA9 9AB
- Crock of Gold, 23 Bridge Road, Wembley, HA9 9AB
Wembley pubs map
Bars near Wembley Stadium for Irish fans
There is no shortage of pubs around Wembley Stadium, with designated fan zones such as Boxpark open for England matches. Another popular spot is The Green Man, which is just over a 10-minute walk from the stadium.
For Irish fans travelling to the English capital for the upcoming Nations League game on 17 November, we suggest a couple of the best Irish bars near Wembley to soak up the pre-match atmosphere.
Best Irish bars near Wembley
The Parish Bar is located next to Wembley Park Station. It is the most popular Irish Bar in the immediate vicinity of Wembley Stadium and is likely to be a popular spot for travelling supporters ahead of next week's match.
Given that the surrounding areas of the ground will be extremely busy on the day of the game, it might be best to go further afield. An alternative option is Twomey’s Irish Bar, which is located on Preston Road. This venue is only one tube stop away from Wembley Park and is also expected to be busy on 17 November.
- The Parish Bar – 120 Wembley Park Dr, Wembley Park, Wembley HA9 8HP
- Twomey’s Irish Bar – 278 Preston Rd, Wembley, Harrow HA3 0QA
Bars near Wembley Stadium for away fans
If Irish bars aren't your thing, then as an away fan at Wembley your best bet is likely to use the pubs nearby neighbouring tube stations. It is unlikely that away fans would be made to feel unwelcome in any pubs in the direct vicinity of Wembley, but for the sake of getting a pint quicker and easier, there plenty of other (and better) options.
One popular haunt for away fans near Wembley is Baker Street station. Baker Street is just two stations away from Wembley Park on the Metropolitan line and is within walking distance of several pubs. Right next door to the station is a huge Wetherspoons which is always a popular option while across the road there is The Globe.
Another option is to take the overground to South Kenton which is just one stop away from Wembley Central. Next door to South Kenton station is a brilliant and welcoming pub called The Windermere. This pub has a huge beer garden and plenty of bar space, making it an ideal spot for a pre-match pint.
Alternatives to pubs near Wembley Stadium
If it's a nice day when you visit Wembley, the fan zones that organisers put on for the biggest events are usually a great option. The Fan Zone opens at 11 a.m. and closes 30 minutes before kick-off. It serves food and drinks and includes a resident DJ for fans to enjoy.
To enter, guests must have a valid event ticket. The Wembley Stadium bag policy also applies to the Fan Zones. The London Designer outlet also offers a number of places to eat and drink that are not allocated to a particular team, including Nando's, TGI Fridays, Pizza Express, and Wagamama.
Inside the stadium
Wembley Stadium is now completely cashless, meaning that fans will need to make sure they have a card or contactless method of payment with them if they want to buy anything whilst inside.
Fans will be able to take advantage of a new frictionless Tap Bar on level one at Wembley, allowing access to refreshments quicker and more conveniently. Fans will simply tap their card on entry, pick up what they have ordered and then walk away without the need to queue.
For those who have not visited recently, Wembley has some new additions to its food and drink offerings.
These include TapHouse Social, Camden Town Brewery Bars, and two new M&S Food stores, which can be found on the level two concourse.