The Rugby Six Nations starts this weekend, 4 February 2023, and there are a range of top local sports bars where you can catch the game.

The Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championships, featuring England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales, was founded in 1882 and is is an annual international men's rugby union competition beloved by players, fans, and Guinness drinkers alike.

The 2023 Six Nations begins on 4 February, kicking-off with Wales vs Ireland at the Millennium Stadium at 2:15pm, and England vs Scotland at Twickenham at 4:45pm.

Much to the delight of many local fans, the squad is jam-packed with Leicester Tigers players, including Ollie Chessum, Dan Cole, Joe Heyes, Dan Kelly, Freddie Steward, Ben Youngs and Jack van Poortvliet.

Leicester Tigers stadium.

Head to the England Rugby website to find out more about the Six Nations squad and upcoming fixtures.

Alternatively, find out more about the players selected for the England Six Nations team here, including some familiar faces from local team, Leicester Tigers.

You can watch these games with a cold beer, Guinness or soft drink at Stamford Rugby Club, a top local club and bar who offer passion - and affordable drinks. Find the club on Hambleton Road, PE9 2RZ.

Alternatively, The Danish invader on Empingham Road, Stamford, will be showing all the games - and you can also grab food at this family-friendly establishment.

The Milestone, nearer the heart of Stamford on All Saints Street, will be showing the glorious game, as well as hosting their usual quiz nights and DJ sets, so you can celebrate, or commiserate, in style.

On 93 New Cross Road, The Hurdler will be showing all Six Nations games. This is a popular spot for watching the sports - and enjoying a night or two of karaoke.

Do you have any alternative spots to catch up with local and national sport?

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