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England v Pakistan, 2nd Test — Lord's
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27 Aug – 1 Sept 2026 · Cricket

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At Lord's Cricket Ground, London running 27 Aug – 1 Sept 2026. A remote venue — the guide below covers the best places to stay nearby.

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About England v Pakistan, 2nd Test — Lord's

A five-day Test is a slow-burn occasion, built for people who can give up a working week to watch a game that might still end in a draw. Play runs through the day in three sessions, with a lunch and tea break giving the crowd a natural rhythm to plan around. Members in the pavilion keep to the dress code and the tradition, while the rest of the ground settles in with picnics and pints for the long haul. A second Test in a series often carries real weight, with both sides adjusting after the first result.

Where to stay nearbyShow ▾

London gives you by far the widest choice of hotels and the easiest onward travel, with the Underground putting the ground within easy reach of most central areas. Chelsea is a quieter, more residential alternative a short journey away, with a small but useful handful of hotels. Brentford sits further out and suits those happy with a longer commute on the day, likely by train or a drive, in exchange for a different pace in the evenings.

London offers the widest choice of accommodation and puts you in the heart of the capital, with the venue just 4km away. You'll have direct access to shops, restaurants, and attractions beyond the ground itself.

Chelsea is a leafy, upscale residential area 5km from the venue, with a small but refined selection of hotels. It's a short journey to reach Lord's, making it a quieter alternative to central London.

Brentford is a riverside town 11km west of the venue, with limited hotel options but a more local feel. Regular transport links make it feasible for visitors who prefer a small-town base with access to the grounds.

This is an AI-assisted planning guide. Dates, start times, transport and event details can change — please confirm everything with the official event and transport websites before you book.

Records & quirks

  • Graham Gooch's 333 against India in 1990 is the highest individual Test score at Lord's.
  • Lord's hosted its first Test in 1884, becoming just the third English ground to stage Test cricket.
  • The pitch has a famous 2.5-metre slope from north to south, prized by seam and swing bowlers alike.
About Lord's Cricket GroundShow ▾

The self-styled home of cricket, Lord's is a genteel, tradition-steeped ground in leafy St John's Wood, north-west London, hosting Test matches, one-day internationals and the county game beneath its famous Media Centre. The surrounding streets are handsome and residential, with Regent's Park and the boutiques of St John's Wood High Street close by.

St John's Wood on the Jubilee line puts the West End within easy reach. Booking a room nearby means a civilised stroll to the cricket and a quiet base away from the city's bustle.

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