The Hammer In Hand

The Hammer In Hand The Hammer In Hand is a great British pub at the heart of the community. The Hammer In Hand is a great British pub at the heart of the Watford community.

We offer a wide range of drinks, and a variety of sport is shown live weekly. Whatever the occasion, our pub has comfortable surroundings perfect for catching up with friends and family. Our beer garden offers a fantastic retreat all year round, come rain or shine, and we have free Wi-Fi to access at your leisure.

05/09/2026

It's Jacktember! 🥃

Every year during the month of September, the Jack Daniel’s Distillery celebrates the birthday of its founder. This lasts the entire month, rather than just one day, because no one knows what date Jack Daniel was actually born! 🤣

So we are joining them! Visit us this September, and raise a glass to Jack!

FANCY WINNING A TRIP TO AUSTRALIA?!Foster’s are giving you the chance to win a 7-day trip to Australia for FOUR people, ...
03/09/2026

FANCY WINNING A TRIP TO AUSTRALIA?!

Foster’s are giving you the chance to win a 7-day trip to Australia for FOUR people, including tickets to the 2027 Australian Darts Masters! Plus, there’s Foster’s merch thrown in too.

So if you’re enjoying a Foster’s at the pub, make sure you check out the promotion and get your entry in - someone’s got to win it!

The competition runs until 31st October 2026. Full T&Cs can be found in the pub.

Our pub is more than just a place for a drink. It's where friends reconnect, families celebrate, and neighbours come tog...
02/09/2026

Our pub is more than just a place for a drink. It's where friends reconnect, families celebrate, and neighbours come together.

We're proud to be at the heart of our community but rising taxes are putting pubs like ours under increasing pressure. That's why we're supporting Long Live the Local, a campaign calling for tax reforms to help protect pubs and the communities they serve.

It only takes 2 minutes to make a difference:

Sign the campaign: https://nuvi.me/5089y7

Email your local MP: https://nuvi.me/eizpq3

Every signature helps support local pubs.

Thank you.

28/08/2026

It's the last Bank Holiday Weekend of the year! 🤩

☀️ Who's looking forward to the August Bank Holiday? There is plenty to keep you entertained across the whole weekend!:

⚽️ The new league seasons are underway: catch them LIVE on the big screens
🍾Your favourite drink, perfectly poured! And great offers on a host of drinks!*

🍺Tag who you want to spend your weekend with below 👇

*T&Cs apply: https://nuvi.me/pp47es

20/08/2026

⚽ FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS AT THE EMIRATES! ⚽

The Premier League season officially kicks off with a bang as defending champions Arsenal welcome newly-promoted Coventry City!

📅 Friday, August 21st
⏰ Kick-off @ 8:00 PM

Will the Gunners start their title defence strong, or can the Sky Blues pull off a massive opening day shock?

And don't forget we've got some great drinks offers on too, including 4 for 3 on selected bottles of beer & cider, and deals on cocktails, shots & bombs too!*

*T&Cs apply https://nuvi.me/qsi88n

17/08/2026

⚽ THE PREMIER LEAGUE IS BACK THIS WEEK! ⚽

The wait is over! Top-flight football officially returns next weekend, and we’ll be showing all the biggest fixtures live across our screens.

From Friday night's opener between Arsenal and Coventry City straight through to Super Sunday, there is no better place to catch every goal, VAR drama, and last-minute winner than right here with a perfectly poured pint. 🍻

Who are you backing to come out on top this season? (And more importantly... who is getting your Fantasy Football captain's armband for Gameweek 1?)

14/08/2026

League football returns TONIGHT, and we’re showing the action live on the big screens!

The 2026/27 season gets underway tonight under the lights:
📺 Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Blackburn Rovers – 8:00 PM

Then, join us all day Saturday and Sunday as the EFL league campaigns kick off

With more live games available than ever, your weekend of football is sorted. Pints poured, screens on, atmosphere ready 🍻

13/08/2026

Sip, sip, hooray! 🥂🍾

It's International Prosecco Day! To celebrate, we’re pouring a brilliant deal on bottles of Prosecco from 5pm - 8pm.

Can't make it today? The deal runs every Thursday - Saturday from 5pm-8pm! We'll be here with the glasses ready and waiting 👀

Get the group together and come pop a bottle with us. ✨

12/08/2026

⚽ THE EFL IS BACK! ⚽

The wait is finally over. Proper football returns to our screens this weekend as the 2026/27 Championship, League One, and League Two campaigns officially kick off!

💳️Plus, remember to use your Pub Perks card with every visit to rack up the points whilst you're watching the game! Not got your card yet? Pick one up next time you're in the pub!

Who are you backing to come out on top this season? Drop your league winner predictions in the comments below! 👇

European football is back! 🏆⚽The UEFA Super Cup kicks off tomorrow, as PSG take on Aston Villa for the first European si...
11/08/2026

European football is back! 🏆⚽

The UEFA Super Cup kicks off tomorrow, as PSG take on Aston Villa for the first European silverware of the season!

Don't miss a minute of the action. We’ll be showing the full match live, the atmosphere building, and the drinks pouring perfectly. 🍻

📅 When: Wednesday 12th Aug
⏰ Kick-off: 8pm

Whether you're backing a side or just here for a cold, freshly poured drink and a great game of football, get down early to grab the best seats in the house!

Address

Ganders Ash
Watford
WD257EX

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 12am
Tuesday 11am - 12am
Wednesday 11am - 12am
Thursday 11am - 12am
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 12am

Telephone

+441923676300

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