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The Springbok Loftus Road

Literally on the corner of Loftus Road, as close to QPR as a pub can physically get without being inside the stadium.

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2 Loftus Rd, London W12 7EH
QPRNext to StadiumLoftus RoadClosest Pub

The spot

Why go here?

There is a difference between near the stadium and at the stadium. The Springbok is the second one. Step out of the front door and you are at the Loftus Road turnstiles. Five minutes before kick-off, the noise here is something between a pub and a pre-match terrace.

  • On the corner of Loftus Road, you can see the floodlights
  • Hoops on the walls, hoops on the regulars
  • Pints poured fast for the kick-off rush
  • QPR conversations about 1976 and beyond
  • Walk-in distance to the turnstiles
  • The five-minutes-before-kick-off atmosphere is unmatched

Best moment to visit

Five minutes before kick-off

  • Last pint as the bar empties
  • The crowd outside heading to the turnstiles
  • The roar from inside Loftus Road in the distance
  • Stepping out the door, ten paces to your seat

Heads up: the bar gets stripped fast on a big match. Get your last round in early.

On the menu

What to order

Drinks

  • A cold lager for the rush
  • A pint of cask if there is time
  • A bottle to walk in with

Food

  • A bag of crisps, you are not here for food

Who is it for?

Perfect for

  • QPR fans on a London city trip
  • Atmosphere hunters
  • Anyone who hates walking after a pint
  • Travelling fans who want to be at the ground
  • Groups who like a tight matchday window
Suggested matchday itinerary
  1. 13:00Step 1

    Arrive at the Springbok

    Order the first pint and grab a corner.

  2. 14:00Step 2

    Hoops in full voice

    The pub fills as kick-off approaches.

  3. 14:55Step 3

    Step outside

    Ten paces to the Loftus Road turnstiles.

  4. 15:00Step 4

    Kick-off

    In your seat, pint barely settled.

Local tip 🇬🇧

Walk White City Estate before kick-off if you arrive early. The streets around Loftus Road are pure 1970s west London.

Why FootballCityTrip recommends it

If you want a pub on a stadium corner, the Springbok is as close as it gets in London.

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Nearest club

Queens Park Rangers

Loftus Road

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