London isn’t short of quirky pub promotions, but this might just take the crown. Market Place Vauxhall is offering free drinks until 2030, all you need to do is legally change your name to Ben Stokes.
From 31st July to 4th August, anyone bold enough to officially take on the name of England’s cricket captain will be rewarded with free pints until 2030 at Market Place Vauxhall. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime move for fans who are truly dedicated to the game (and to never paying for a pint again).
Not up for the paperwork? You can still grab a free drink if you’re already called Ben Stokes, Ben Stoke, or even if you’re visiting from Stoke-on-Trent. Just flash your ID or train ticket and enjoy a cold one on the house.
📍 Market Place Vauxhall, 6 South Lambeth Place, SW8 1SP
📅 31st July 2025 – 4th August 2025
🍻 Free drinks for anyone named Ben Stokes / Ben Stoke / visiting from Stoke
🥂 Free drinks for until 2030 if you change your name by Deed Poll to Ben Stokes
With Sky Sports and TNT Sports screening every over, street food traders serving up global flavours, and air-con keeping things cool, Market Place Vauxhall is the ultimate spot for cricket season. So, whether you’re committing to the full name change or just turning up from Stoke for a free pint, you know where to go.
Stumped? Don’t be. Just bring your ID or Deed Poll and get ready to raise a glass to England’s greatest.
T&Cs
1. Free drinks for until 2030 – Ben Stokes legal name change. How to claim: show your paperwork to a member of Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall management by the 4th August to claim. You will receive 1 free drink per week for 5 years (either a draft beer, cocktail or mocktail) valid at Market Place Vauxhall only.
2. Called Ben Stoke/Stokes? Or From Stoke? Claim your free drink between 31st July – 4th August by showing your ID to the MP events team holding placard signs around the cricket entrance to receive a Ben Stoke drinks voucher. Hand this to the Market Place Vauxhall bar to claim your drink.
