The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

Valley Parade

Bradford City, Bradford. Away support sits in the Midland Road Stand (East) (east side) (Varies by fixture).Nearest station is Bradford Forster Square, 10–15 min walk (crowds may add time). By road: M606 J3.

Venue information verified: 14 October 2026

Matchday reminder: Kick-offs, allocations, transport and local arrangements can change. Recheck official club and travel information before booking or setting off.

Upcoming home fixtures

Travel planning

  • Christmas and New Year rail services are often reduced; check National Rail before travelling.
  • Engineering work can affect weekend services; check the operator close to the match.
  • Big local or international events can increase demand for trains and rooms — book early.
  • Kick-off times can move for television; times marked here are subject to change.
Stylised illustration of Valley Parade in Bradford
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Getting there

  • Forster Square station — 25 minutes' walk uphill to the ground, or a short taxi ride.
  • Bus from Bradford Interchange — Several services run up Manningham Lane close to the ground.
  • Driving — M606 J3, then follow signs for Manningham; street parking nearby fills early.
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Food and drink options

No official away pub found for this ground. Suggestions below are not verified with the club; colours policies vary and fixture restrictions may apply.

  • Kashmiri curry houses, Manningham Lane — Bradford's famous curry mile is a short walk from the ground and open pre-match. Colours policy unknownMap
  • The Corn Dolly — Popular real ale pub in the city centre, a short walk or bus from the station. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Valley Parade concourse — Standard fare, but the curry houses nearby are the better choice. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

National Science and Media Museum

Free entry, a short walk from Forster Square in the city centre.

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Bradford Cathedral

Compact medieval cathedral in the city centre, worth a quick look.

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Saltaire

UNESCO World Heritage mill village a short train ride away, with galleries and canal walks.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.

  • The Sparrow Bier Café

    Craft beer spot in the city centre, quieter than the main matchday pubs.

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  • Lister Park

    Victorian park with a lake and the Cartwright Hall gallery, a calm pre-match option.

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  • Kirkgate Market food stalls

    Locals' cheap eats in the indoor market, away from the ground crowds.

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Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Bradford; check the operator close to the match.

Local event

Local arrangements

Arrangements can vary by fixture — check your club's supporter information before travelling.

Ground note · unverified

Valley Parade sits on a steep hill — the walk up from town is tougher than it looks.

Ground note · unverified

The 1985 fire memorial is treated with real respect locally; be mindful around the ground.

From the away end

Away-end reviews & seat views

Valley Parade · First-hand fan experiences, not official club advice.

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Away days at Valley Parade

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Places to eat in Bradford

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Best pubs in Bradford

Popular pub guides and reviews from YouTube.

These pubs are not checked as away-friendly. Many pubs near grounds are home-fans only on matchdays and colours policies vary — check with the club or police before you go.

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