Heading to the KIA Oval for the England-India Test Match? Whether you’re pre-gaming, post-gaming, or just soaking up the cricket buzz, there’s so much choice right here in Vauxhall. From riverside pints and street food feasts to match-day deals and giant screens — here’s where to catch the action.

Mother Kelly’s

Independent beers on tap and New York-style pizza.

With 33 taps available and a phenomenal range of ales and ciders, Mother Kelly’s is a great place to discover the London craft beer scene. Fuel up on 22” New York-style pizzas from their in-house pizzaiolos, Stackin’ Dough.

Mother Kelly’s
When Always on
Where 76 Albert Embankment, London SE11 5AW
Price Free entry
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The Jolly Gardeners

£5 ales and house beers on England match days.

Built in 1880, this pub retains its original Victorian charm with a timber bar, marble fireplaces, and the piano that Charlie Chaplin Snr played. Discover new favourites on draught and sample local brews from Kernel and Mondo Brewery.

The Jolly Gardeners
When Match days only
Where 49-51 Black Prince Rd, London SE11 6AB
Price Free entry
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Market Place Vauxhall

12 street food traders and a bar full of flavour.

Tucked between the river and the station, Market Place Vauxhall is a buzzing hub of global bites, cocktails, and great fun. With a rotating line-up of 12 street food vendors, it’s perfect for a spontaneous hangout before or after the match.

Market Place Vauxhall
When Always on
Where 7 S Lambeth Pl, London SW8 1SP
Price Free entry
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Duchy Arms

BBQ-inspired summer menu and garden spritzes.

With a stunning beer garden and slow-cooked meats from the Duchy Smokehouse, this is a local favourite for sunshine sessions. Enjoy spritz cocktails and smoky flavours served straight from the outdoor kitchen — no match screening needed.

Duchy Arms
When Throughout summer
Where 63 Sancroft St, London SE11 5UG
Price Free entry
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The Pilgrim Pub

25% off food + all-day happy hour for Surrey Cricket Club members.

This gem serves classic pub food, cold pints, and sports on big screens. Show your Surrey CC ID to unlock 25% off food and all-day drink deals — it’s a crowd-pleaser just minutes from The Oval.

The Pilgrim Pub
When Match days only
Where 247 Kennington Ln, London SE11 5QU
Price Free entry
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Tamesis Dock

Pizza + drink lunch special for ticket holders.

Float into match day with a river-view lunch aboard this converted 1930s barge. Flash your cricket ticket to enjoy pizza and a drink for just £17.50 — the ideal pre-match pitstop.

Tamesis Dock
When Match days only
Where Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TY
Price Free entry
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Battersea Barge

10% off drinks for ticket holders on match days.

Moored in Nine Elms, Battersea Barge is a laid-back floating bar with skyline views and a friendly atmosphere. Head here post-match and show your ticket for 10% off your round.

Battersea Barge
When Match days only
Where Tideway Dock, Nine Elms Ln, London SW11 8PZ
Price Free entry
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Beefeater Distillery Bar

G&Ts and spritzes from London’s oldest working gin distillery.

Sip a G&T where it’s actually made. Just a short walk from The Oval, the Beefeater Distillery Bar serves cocktails, gin tastings, and summer spritzes on its leafy outdoor terrace.

Beefeater Distillery Bar
When Always on
Where 20 Montford Pl, London SE11 5DE
Price Free entry
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The King’s Arms

All major matches shown across 16 screens.

This no-nonsense boozer boasts one of the biggest beer gardens in the area — with heated cabins and their own screens. Affordable, friendly, and just off the main road, it’s a top spot for cricket, cold drinks, and casual bites.

The King’s Arms
When Match days only
Where 98 Kennington Ln, London SE11 4XD
Price Free entry
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Metropolis Vauxhall

£5 pints on match days and eight 65” screens.

Just steps from Vauxhall Station, Metropolis Vauxhall is a go-to for serious cricket viewing. Expect £5 pints, street food traders, a huge 15m bar, and every ball shown live on eight giant 65” screens. The new summer terrace is a bonus.

Metropolis Vauxhall
When Match days only
Where 72 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP
Price Free entry
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