Watch all the big games live at The Black Horse this summer
Eat. Drink. Football.
We’re showing all of England’s group stage matches plus loads more throughout the tournament, with big screens, great food and proper drinks to match.
Join us at The Black Horse for a full summer of football
The Black Horse is always the best place to spend the summer in Thame and 2026 is set to be no different.
Watch the best footballers in the world compete on the biggest stage in international football, with all the drama shown live throughout the summer at The Black Horse.
Whether you’re joining us before kick-off or after the final whistle, enjoy exceptional pub food throughout the tournament at The Black Horse.
Thursday 11th June to Sunday 19th July 2026
Every Matchday
The Black Horse,
Thame
Introducing Our Matchday Specials
Win or lose, we have the perfect matchday fuel at The Black Horse to keep you going. Alongside our refreshed bar snack menu, we have introduced a selection of exclusive specials just for the tournament.
Designed for casual grazing, these comforting dishes are available to order directly from the bar throughout the Summer of Football. Why not pair them with a chilled bucket of Asahi and settle in for the game?
- Buttermilk chicken strips with chipotle mayonnaise
- Honey soy chilli glazed chicken wings with sesame & spring onion
- Sticky pork ribs with coleslaw and triple-cooked chips
- Loaded fries with garlic, Grana & bacon
Food service times vary by fixture, so check the schedule before you head over.
6-for-5 on Bottles of Asahi throughout the tournament
Throughout the Summer of Football, members of Treats by Heartwood Inns can score a bucket of 6 bottled Asahi beers for the price of 5, served chilled on ice.
Designed for groups to share, this exclusive offer is available all day long (not just during the matches), so you can beat the halftime rush and keep the refreshments flowing.
Best of all, you can enjoy this reward multiple times throughout the tournament, whenever you visit us.
Haven’t got the app yet? Download it before you arrive and it’s one less thing to think about on the day.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Exceptional food before or after the match at The Black Horse
Our menus at The Black Horse change with the seasons, celebrating the fresh, vibrant flavours that each time of year has to offer.
And we’re keeping the kitchen open late on some match nights so you can actually eat properly while you watch.
Don’t forget, if you’re here on a Sunday, our legendary roasts come with bottomless Yorkshires, roast potatoes and gravy. Enough said.
Food service times vary by fixture, so check the schedule before you head over.
Steak Night at The Black Horse throughout the tournament
Every Wednesday throughout the tournament, we’re making match nights a little more special.
From 5pm, buy any two steaks and we’ll throw in a bottle of wine and three gourmet sauces on the house. A proper pre-match treat.
Whether you’re watching the big game or just fancy a great midweek dinner, Steak Night at The Black Horse in Thame is the place to be.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Happy Hour in Thame at The Black Horse
Join us for Happy Hour at The Black Horse from 5pm to 7pm Sunday through Friday, with 2-for-1 on selected drinks.
And on Thursday evenings we stretch it a little further with Extended Happy Hour, running all the way through to 8pm.
It’s the perfect way to get the evening started, especially on a match night.
Available while stocks last. Temrs and conditions apply.
Win A Beer When You Guess The Score
Throughout the tournament, your football knowledge could earn you a free drink at The Black Horse.
On matchdays, connect to our pub WiFi and you’ll find our prediction form waiting for you on the joining page.
Lock in your score before kick-off and if you’ve got it right, a free ice-cold bottle of Asahi Super Dry (or Asahi 0.0%) will be sent straight to your phone or inbox.
How to play
- Visit The Black Horse on a matchday and connect to our WiFi.
- Submit your score prediction on the WiFi joining page before kick-off.
- Choose Email or SMS to receive your prize if you win.
Available exclusively via the WiFi joining page on selected matches. One entry per person, per day..Temrs and conditions apply.
Watch the Round of 32 matches at The Black Horse
Sunday 28th June
South Africa v Mexico
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
20:00
Showing
Monday 29th June
Brazil v Japan
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
18:00
Showing
Monday 29th June
Germany v Paraguay
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
21:30
Showing
Tuesday 30th June
Netherlands v Morocco
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:00
Not Showing
Tuesday 30th June
Ivory Coast v Norway
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
18:00
Showing
Tuesday 30th June
France v Sweden
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Wednesday 1st July
Mexico v Ecuador
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:00
Not Showing
Wednesday 1st July
England v Congo DR
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
17:00
Showing
Wednesday 1st July
Belgium v Senegal
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
21:00
Showing
Thursday 2nd July
USA v Bosnia-Herzegovina
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
01:00
Not Showing
Thursday 2nd July
Spain v Austria
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
20:00
Showing
Friday 3rd July
Portugal v Croatia
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
00:00
Not Showing
Friday 3rd July
Switzerland v Algeria
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
04:00
Not Showing
Friday 3rd July
Australia v Egypt
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
19:00
Showing
Friday 3rd July
Argentina v Cape Verde
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
23:00
Not Showing
Saturday 4th July
Colombia v Ghana
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:30
Not Showing
Watch the Round of 16 matches at The Black Horse
Saturday 4th July
Canada v Netherlands or Morocco
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
18:00
Showing
Saturday 4th July
Germany or Paraguay v France or Sweden
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Sunday 5th July
Brazil or Japan v Ivory Coast or Norway
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
21:00
Showing
Monday 6th July
Mexico or Ecuador v England or Congo DR
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
01:00
Not Showing
Monday 6th July
Portugal or Croatia v Spain or Austria
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Tuesday 7th July
USA or Bosnia-Herzegovina v Belgium or Senegal
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
01:00
Not Showing
Tuesday 7th July
Argentina or Cape Verde v Australia or Egypt
Normal opening hours. Normal food service hours.
17:00
Showing
Tuesday 7th July
Switzerland or Algeria v Colombia or Ghana
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
21:00
Showing
Quarter finals shown live at The Black Horse
Thursday 9th July
Quarter Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
21:00
Showing
Friday 10th July
Quarter Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Saturday 11th July
Quarter Final
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Sunday 12th July
Quarter Final
Kick-off 11pm or later. Normal opening and food service hours.
02:00
Not Showing
Watch both Semi Finals and Third Place Playoff at The Black Horse
Tuesday 14th July
Semi Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Wednesday 15th July
Semi Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Saturday 18th July
Third Place Play-off
Open until 1am. Kitchen serving until 10:45pm
22:00
Showing
Watch the Final at The Black Horse
Sunday 19th July
The Final
Open until midnight. Kitchen serving until 9:45pm
20:00
Showing
Frequently Asked Questions
No booking needed. Just come in and find a spot. We’d recommend arriving a little early for the big England games to make sure you get a good view.
We’re showing all three England group stage games and all other group games with a kick-off of 10pm or earlier. We’re also showing a lot of the knockout games, including both semi-finals and the final. Check the full schedule above for details.
Food service times vary depending on the fixture. Check the fixture listing above for the specific night you’re planning to visit. Timings are subject to change at any time.
We have extended opening hours for most matches. England games and the knockout rounds are typically open until midnight, with a 1am close for the later Saturday fixtures, depending on who is playing. Check the schedule above for exact times.
Unfortunately we’re not able to show Scotland’s group stage games due to broadcast licensing restrictions. We know that’s disappointing for Scotland fans and we’re sorry we can’t be more accommodating.
Join us for a summer of world-class football at The Black Horse
From the opening matches to knockout drama, catch the biggest moments of the summer live with exceptional pub food before, during or after the game at The Black Horse.
A note on Scotland games: Due to broadcast licensing restrictions, we’re unable to show Scotland’s group stage fixtures (14 June, 19 June and 24 June). We’re sorry for any disappointment.