Live Sports Pubs in Blackpool

Mitre

3 West Street, Blackpool FY1 1HA

The smallest pub in the heart of Blackpool is their claim. A cosy little pub just off the Promenade. (N.B. Reports suggest real ale availability may not be assured out of the tourist season).

Manchester Bar

231-233 Promenade, Blackpool FY1 6AH

No. 4

Newton Drive, Blackpool FY3 8ER

Smart suburban pub at the junction with Layton Road that also has guest beers from the Thwaites approved list. The Freemasons of the pub's former name relates to the first local meeting of that group, which was reputedly held at the original pub of this name that stood to the side of the present building.

Number 3 Sports Bar

3 Devonshire Square, Blackpool FY3 9BW

Molloys

23 Talbot Road, Blackpool FY1 1LB

An Irish themed pub in the centre of Blackpool, very popular with the tourists. After a period of no real ale being sold in early 2019, real ale has now been seen to be sold but may not always be served.

Bridge

124 Lytham Road, Blackpool FY1 6DU

No real ale served from Summer 2020.

Albion

226 Red Bank Road, Blackpool FY2 0HJ

Now reverted back to its original name of Albion, Owned by M&B, it is labelled as a pizza kitchen and bar. This pub sits in the heart of Bispham village.

No. 13 Bonny Street

13 Bonny Street, Blackpool FY1 5AR

A hidden oasis of tranquillity just off the Prom, across the road from central police station, with a good selection of guest beers. Available food consists of a selection of pizzas. Local branch Pub of the Year 2017. Great news as this pub is reopening 13th April, 2019 under new ownership after a major refit both inside and out along with a brand new name.

Queens Hotel

271 Talbot Road, Blackpool FY3 7AZ

Busy community pub serving the Layton area of town. No real ale served here.

Raikes Hall

Liverpool Road, Blackpool FY1 4HE

The only remaining part of the once extensive Raikes Hall Gardens, opened in 1872. A Grade II listed building with its own bowling green.

Ramsden Arms Hotel

204 Talbot Road, Blackpool FY1 3BG

"The Rammy" is a long-established member of the real ale scene in central Blackpool.

Saddle Inn

286 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9PH

One of the first pubs in Blackpool and continuously licensed since 1776. The bar area has two cosy rooms leading off it, each with a real fire. A large terraced area with benches is at the side of the pub. Food is served all day until 9pm daily.

Scruffy Murphys

32 Corporation Street, Blackpool FY1 1EJ

Samll multi-roomed pub in the centre of Blackpool, close to the Grand Theatre with an Irish theme.

Corner House

80 Sherbourne Road, Blackpool FY1 2PQ

A locals pub set in side streets a few minutes walk north of Blackpool North Railway Station. Real ale was reintroduced in April 2018 with up to 4 changing beers from the Marston's range available.

Shovels

260 Common Edge Road, Blackpool FY4 5DH

Large, comfortable suburban pub that is a previous winner of the local CAMRA branch Pub of the Year.

Stanley Arms

Chapel Street, Blackpool FY1 5AW

1887 The Brew Room

139-141 Church Street, Blackpool FY1 3NU

Reopened 15th December 2017, this historic Blackpool pub, the birthplace of Blackpool FC, features a range of 10 cask ales and 10 craft keg beers. West Coast Rock Brewery is based at the pub with beers regularly on sale. A range of smoked BBQ snacks are available throughout the day. Please note payment is by card only for the foreseeable future.

Sun Inn

88 Bolton Street, Blackpool FY1 6AA

Tucked just off the Promenade, this locals pubs serves a couple of real ales. Snacks are available during the day.

Ma Kelly's Showboat

Queens Promenade, Blackpool FY2 9RW

A large pub dating from 1907 that replaced the original one that fell into the sea due to erosion of the cliffs. Re-opened August 2017 after refurbishment following change of ownership.

Victory

105-107 Caunce Street, Blackpool FY1 3NG

Imposing suburban pub a few minutes walk from the town centre. All three handpumps removed when visited November 2019.

Last Resort

46 Bond Street, Blackpool FY4 1BW

Re-opened June 2017 following refurbishment and name change from the Harold. Live sports on TVs and big screen.

Washington

Topping Street, Blackpool FY1 3AF

The Washington is a family friendly public house in the town centre of Blackpool, offering food and drink. Local branch Pub of the Season Spring 2017.

Cherry Tree

319 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool FY4 4LP

Large suburban pub that reopened in August 2013 as part of Greene King's Hungry Horse chain. Large beer garden to the rear of pub.

Boars Head

38 Preston Old Road, Blackpool FY3 9PL

Large former Tetley Warrington pub close to Whitegate Drive. Real ale has started to be served again when visited Jume 2019.

Yates

411 Promenade, Blackpool FY1 6BQ

A large art deco style pub on the Promenade in South Shore, between the town centre and the Pleasure Beach. The large beer terrace is a popular place to watch the hustle and bustle of the seafront on a sunny day. All handpumps removed in April 2019.

Highlands Hotel

206 Queens Promenade, Blackpool FY2 9JS

A comfortable hotel bar/restaurant at the northern end of the illuminations, close to the Red Bank Road junction.

Devonshire Arms

32 Devonshire Road, Blackpool FY2 0TL

Part of the Sizzling chain, this pub is very popular for food (even attracting Lady Ga Ga when she last visited Blackpool).

Bull

17 Waterloo Road, Blackpool FY4 1AD

Dog & Partridge

265 Lytham Road, Blackpool FY1 6ET

Pub focussed on the local community close to the Waterloo Road shopping area. Popular darts nights during the week. Friday and Saturday nights entertainment (karaoke) enjoyed by both locals and tourists. Live sports plus quiz on Sunday evening.

Bloomfield Brewhouse

47 Ansdell Road, Blackpool FY1 6PU

Large pub at the junction of Bloomfield Road and Ansdell Road, close to Blackpool FC stadium. Food is served each day. This pub sells 3 x 1/3 pints for the price of a pint. Up-to seven handpumps but generally only four are in use at any one time. Only one handpump in use when visited in August 2021.

Mere Park

Preston Old Road, Blackpool FY3 9SP

Comfortable art deco styled pub set within residential area

Dutton Arms

South Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1AR

Large seafront pub built between the wars by Duttons Brewery. Two handpumps, one of which was serving real ale when visited May 2019. The staff have suggested that it will served during the holiday season only.

Blackpool Cricket Club

Barlow Crescent, West Park Drive, Blackpool FY3 9EQ

Many time local CAMRA Club of the Year 2015 and a regular GBG entry. Food is served Wednesday to Fridays from 5pm and Saturdays & Sundays from opening until 8pm.

Squirrel

Bispham Road, Blackpool FY2 0LB

Large, attractive pub in the Bispham area, part of the Sizzling Pizza and Carvery chain, and popular for food. No real ale being served when two local CAMRA members visited in December 2019.

Hampton Road Social Club & Caravan Park

Hampton Road, Blackpool FY4 1JB

Caravan club situated close to the Pleasure Beach. . TV lounge open to general public. Serves one changing real ale.

Belle Vue

Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9DQ

Large, imposing pub on one of Blackpool's main roads. Part of the Sizzling chain, used by Robbie Williams for one of his song videos. Live bands are popular at the weekend. Family orientated with nice outdoor seating area towards the front when weather allows.

Newton Arms

Staining Road, Blackpool FY3 0AJ

Large multi-roomed pub serving the Normoss area. A large pleasant beer garden is at the rear.

Yates

13/15 Market Street, Blackpool FY1 1ET

A Yates pub in North Shore Blackpool. Popular for food during the day and partying in the evening with loud music and DJs.

Excelsior

177-181 Lytham Road, Blackpool FY1 6EU

New Albert Sports Bar

215 Lytham Road, Blackpool FY1 4PW

Castle

30 - 32 Central Drive, Blackpool FY1 5PZ

Rose & Crown

20 - 24 Corporation Street, Blackpool FY1 1EJ

Town centre pub located at corner with Birley Street opposite Blackpool Council offices. Upper floor occupied by the tache rock venue Night Club Camra discount till 9pm

Lane Ends

57 Hawes Side Lane, Blackpool FY4 4AP

Former Matthew Brown House in Marton Area of Blackpool.

North Pier

North Pier, Blackpool FY1 1NE

A warm and friendly bar at the front of North Pier where you can sit, relax and watch the world go by. Easy access, three TV screens. Please note winter opening hours may vary.

Bar 19

19 Queen Street, Blackpool FY1 1NL

Small bar on one of Blackpool's main party street's.. Just the one real ale served nowadays. Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre CAMRA Pub of the Year 2018. No real ale available at present.

Xanders Bistro & Bar

204-206 Red Bank Road, Blackpool FY2 0HJ

Armfield Club

9-17 Bloomfield Road, Blackpool FY1 6JL

Reopened October 2020. Named after legendary Blackpool footballer Jimmy Armfield. Expected to be very busy on home match days. While this is a free to enter pub, on match days it will be 'members ' only.

Blackpool Park Golf Club

North Park Drive, Blackpool FY3 8LS

Clubhouse at the entrance to the Stanley Park golf course. Non members always welcome.

Bloomfield Club & Institute

128 Bloomfield Road, Blackpool FY1 6JW

The club does hold what is planned to be an annual real ale festival in a marquee in the car park.

Stanley Ward Conservative Club

92 Common Edge Road, Blackpool FY4 5AZ

Founded in 1952 and now a popular venue for live music and games.