Some say watching a football match in the pub is better than being in the stadium itself – and judging by the excitement building in local pubs, we’d have to agree. 

St Austell Brewery’s pubs are going football crazy over the next few weeks as the country gears up for the biggest sporting event of the year, the 2010 World Cup. 

The footie frenzy takes place from June 11 and there’s loads going on in the Brewery’s pubs across the county. 

There’s a WAGs cocktail list, featuring the fabulously named Fake Tan Fizzer, Pink Lips and Big Hips, Caribbean Toy Boy, Cider Size Zero and Studs and Stilettos; opportunities to win signed memorabilia and special football-themed menus with dishes to share. 

James Staughton, managing director of St Austell Brewery, said: “Football is close to all our hearts – but the World Cup only comes around once every four years. 

“We want to make sure as many people as possible get out there, enjoy the perfect party atmosphere and make it an unforgettable summer. 

“Pubs are the natural venue to watch sport and we want to showcase our pubs at their very best. Rather than staying at home with your mates, savour the atmosphere in your local pub. 

“We’re all keeping our fingers crossed for England’s chances!” 

Here are a few of the best places around the county to soak up the atmosphere: 

• Watch all matches al fresco at The Weavers in Bodmin, where there’s a 42-inch screen in the beer garden and the barbecue will be fired up! The Weavers, 11 Honey Street, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2DL 01208 74511
 
• All angles are covered at party pub The Central Inn in Newquay, where there are two giant 70 inch screens, four 50 inch plasmas and 16 other TVs – including 48 inch screen in the outdoor street café. Up to 800 people will be watching in this lively and energetic pub, making it the perfect place to go for atmosphere. Staff will be in England kits and there’ll be the chance of winning £1,000 in holiday vouchers and a signed Pele shirt with the World Cup Passport. Central Inn, 11 Central Square, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1EU, 01637 873810
 
•  Try the hilariously named Fake Tan Fizzer, a Pink Lips and Big Hips or a Studs and Stilettos from a special WAGs cocktail list on offer at all St Austell Brewery’s managed pubs, including the Rashleigh Arms in Charlestown, the Lifeboat Inn in St Ives and the William IV in Truro. 
 
• Rick Stein’s foodie pub The Cornish Arms, St Merryn, Cornwall, is a football free zone – but don’t worry, there’s a huge marquee in the garden for footie fans! The barbecue is sure to be top notch, and there are bands, table football and a huge projector screen showing every match. The Cornish Arms, Churchtown, St Merryn, Cornwall, PL28 8ND 01841 520288
 
• Watch the World Cup with a world class view at the clifftop Great Western Hotel in Newquay. Great Western Hotel, 31-35 Cliff Road, Newquay, TR7 2PT 01637 872010.
 
• Try devouring a monster 12oz special World Cup burger at the William IV in Truro, where there’s an outdoor screen and table service, five indoor screens and a projector – so you don’t miss a second of the action. William IV, Kenwyn Street, Truro, TR1 3DJ 01872 273334
 
• Keep your fingers crossed you could win a rare signed photo of legendary England goalkeeper Gordon Banks with every drink bought during a football match at the Rodney Inn, Helston. Matches will be on the big screen and there’ll be cash sweepstakes. Rodney Inn, 31 Meneage Street, Helston, TR13 8AA 01326 572417
 
• Refills without leaving your seat and free hot dogs are on offer at the Railway Inn, Illogan, where there is a HD projector screen inside and a giant TV outside. Railway Inn, Agar Road, Illogan, Redruth, TR15 3EF, 01209 216382
 
• Chill out in the Cornish sunshine with outdoor screens and a barbecue at the Cornubia Inn, Hayle, TR27 4DX 01736 753351