With football inching ever closer to coming home for England’s Lionesses, hundreds of venues are pulling out all the stops to host the squad’s clash against Germany on their big screens.
Anticipation is growing after the team stormed through their semi-final match against Sweden, beating them 4-0, to make it to Sunday’s final at Wembley.
But for those not lucky enough to have a ticket to the game, there’s dozens of spectacular places to view the match instead.
Venues across the country – from atmospheric beer gardens and rooftop hotspots to outdoor cinemas and even the grounds of a castle – are offering England fans the chance to soak in the atmosphere.
Here, FEMAIL have rounded up our pick of the best places to catch a glimpse of the action across the UK…
LONDON: TRAFALGAR SQUARE
Football fans gather for England v Sweden in Trafalgar Square in London on July 26, 2022
Price: Free
When: Sunday 11am to 6pm
The Euro 2022 final will be shown on a big screen in Trafalgar Sqaure, with up to 7,000 fans able to watch the match for free, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fans who are hoping to enjoy the action at the event have been asked to register their interest online.
The semi-final was shown to 5,000 viewers in the iconic London square.
The event will include activities such as a pop-up football pitch as well as live panel discussions and food and drink.
LINCOLN: LINCOLN CASTLE
To support the Lionesses in style, head down to Lincoln Castle (pictured), where a dedicated fan zone is being set up to celebrate the women’s Euro success
Price: £3.00 when booked online
When: Sunday 10am to 11pm
To support the Lionesses in style, head down to Lincoln Castle, where a dedicated fan zone is being set up to celebrate the women’s Euro success.
The castle is also currently hosting the Picnic Social, so there will be an array of food and drink on offer.
Visitors will be able to enjoy all of the sport with Lincoln Castle and Cathedral as their backdrop. There will also be live entertainment and fun activities for all of the family to enjoy.
PLYMOUTH: HOME PARK FOOTBALL STADIUM
Home Park Stadium (pictured) will allow Plymouth Argyle supporters in from 4.15pm on Sunday and entry is free
Price: Free
When: Sunday from 4.15pm
Wanting to feel like you’re at Wembley? Well, watching the match in a football stadium might be the right way to go.
Home Park will allow Plymouth Argyle supporters in from 4.15pm on Sunday and entry is free.
There will also be a selection of food and drink available in the Club Argyle lounge for football fans.
BIRMINGHAM: THE DISTILLERY’S CANALSIDE COURTYARD
With picturesque canalside views, The Distillery in Birmingham is a great place for friends to gather to enjoy the game
Price: Free entry
When: 12am to 9pm
With picturesque canalside views, The Distillery in Birmingham is a great place for friends to gather to enjoy the game.
It is bringing the big screen to its outdoor terrace, where it will serve a selection of food and drinks – including an Aperol Spritz slushie.
Seats will be available on a first come first serve basis throughout the day of the final.
TAMWORTH: TAMWORTH CASTLE
Add some extra fun to your Sunday afternoon by watching the England match against Germany in style, by viewing it at a castle. Big screens will be available for fans to watch the game in the grounds of Tamworth Castle in Staffordshire
Price: Free
When: 4.30pm
Add some extra fun to your Sunday afternoon by watching the England match against Germany in style, by viewing it at a castle.
Big screens will be available for fans to watch the game in the grounds of Tamworth Castle in Staffordshire.
As part of Castle Summer Fest, doors for the free entry event will open at 4.30pm. Spectators are encouraged to bring a camping chair, blanket or picnic.
LONDON: BOX PARK
Those looking for a more traditional environment for the game could head down to Box Park in Croydon or Shoreditch. Pictured, the Fan Zone Box Park at Wembley Stadium
Price: Free
When: 3pm to 7pm
Those looking for a more traditional environment for the game could head down to Box Park in Croydon or Shoreditch, where matches have been shown during the entire tournament.
It’s free entry, but tickets are available online. However, tickets don’t guarantee fans entry as it works on a first come first served basis.
The event – which has food and drink available for purchase – will run from 3pm until 7pm.
MANCHESTER: PICCADILLY GARDENS
England Fans are seen watching the big screen in the Fan Party Zone in Manchester Piccadilly Gardens on July 11, 2022
Price: Free
When: Sunday from 11am
Manchester’s Piccadilly Gardens was turned into a top viewing spot for the Women’s Euros earlier this month.
And once again, there is set to be a huge screen where dedicated fans can watch all of the action.
Additionally, with the area opening at 11am, there are other activities such as face painting and football demos as well as food and drink on offer.
MANCHESTER: DUCIE STREET WAREHOUSE
Price: £5 including a drink for the Mini Cini screening. Bookings must be made in advance by emailing info@duciestreet.com or calling 0161 503 9460.
When: Sunday 5pm
The warehouse is streaming the match live from its 36-seat Mini Cini, for £5, which includes a drink.
There is a special cocktail on offer to mark the occasion- ‘The Summer Cup’. It is a twist on Pimms and includes Gin and Vermouth.
Walk-ins and free seating are also available for screenings on the terrace or in the jungle area at Ducie Street Warehouse.
BRISTOL: ASHTON GATE STADIUM’S INDEPENDENCE SPORTS BAR
Bristol City Football Club’s Independence Sports Bar at Ashton Gate will be open from 3pm on Sunday
Price: Free – tables available on a first come, first served basis
Bristol City Football Club’s Independence Sports Bar at Ashton Gate will be open from 3pm on Sunday.
Tables are available on a first come first served basis for supporters and the kitchen will also be open for viewers to order food.
NEWCASTLE: OLD ELDON SQUARE OUTDOOR CINEMA
Price: Free
When: Sunday 4.50pm to 7pm
Newcastle fans wanting to watch the football action away from home can enjoy a free screening as part of the city’s Screen on the Green Summer of Sport.
Entry is free and from 4.50-7pm people can watch along as the match unfolds and the excitement builds.
Watchers will no doubt be hoping to see England go for victory as the game plays out in front of them.
LIVERPOOL: THE LONG SHOT ALBERT DOCK
Price: Reserve a table for drinks and/or food online for the game
Situated on Liverpool’s historic Royal Albert Dock, this contemporary sports bar has 13 giant screens specifically set up for sports fans.
Viewers can settle in with a glamorous cocktail and an array of food to watch the highly anticipated game. Tables are available to book online.
LEICESTER: LANE7 LEICESTER
Lane7 Leicester is showing the match on a big screen and complete with food and drink, you can relax and enjoy the atmosphere with other fans
Price: Free, no need to book- walk in.
Lane7 is showing the match on a big screen, allowing you and your friends to celebrate and absorb the atmosphere with the other football fans.
Even better, you might have time for a few rounds of bowling before the match.
The venue also has food stalls and drink vendors so you can have a pint and cheer the Lionesses in the process.
Posting about the quarter finals online, Lane7 shared a photograph of a packed screening area for another match. It promises to be a lively evening and a great atmosphere for you and your friends.
NEWCASTLE: CENTRAL PARK TIME SQUARE
Price: Free, book a slot online
When: Open 3pm onwards
Another big spot for football fans to catch a glimpse of the final game is Central Park Time Square in Newcastle.
The giant 6m x 3m screen is accompanied by seating, including benches and deckchairs for people to truly enjoy the sporting action at the fan zone.
SUSSEX: BEXHILL SEA FRONT
Price: Free
When: Sunday from 4pm
On the lawns of Bexhill seafront, in Sussex, families can go and enjoy the exciting match for free.
A big screen is set to be provided by local company Box Broadband for viewers to watch the game.
Spectators have been encouraged to bring their own picnic to the event, which will start from 4pm.
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