The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

Coventry Building Society Arena

Coventry City, Coventry. Away support sits in the South Stand (south end) (Varies by fixture).Nearest station is Coventry Arena, 5–10 min walk (crowds may add time). By road: M6 J3.

Commonly known as CBS Arena.

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 Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry
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Getting there

  • Coventry Arena station — Matchday-served station right next to the ground, a short walk from Coventry city centre by train.
  • Coventry station — Main station in the city centre; a bus or a 40-minute walk to the ground if Arena services aren't running.
  • Driving — M6 J3 leads straight to the Ricoh/CBS Arena retail park, with large official car parks that clear reasonably well.
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Food and drink options

Pubs named for away fans by an official source come first. Arrangements can change for high-risk fixtures.

  • The Longford Engine — Recommended for visiting fans (as relayed in Newcastle United's 2026-27 away information); about 17 minutes' walk. Named in a visiting club's guideColours policy unknownSourceMap

Other ideas (not verified)

  • Arena retail park — Chain restaurants and fast food surround the ground, easy and neutral before kick-off. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Coventry city centre — For a proper pre-match, the Burges and Fargo Village are 20 minutes away by bus or train. Colours policy unknownMap
  • The Litten Tree, city centre — Popular pre-match pub for those starting in town before heading out to the ground. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

Coventry Cathedral

The bombed medieval ruins stand beside Basil Spence's striking modern cathedral, in the city centre.

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Herbert Art Gallery and Museum

Free city-centre museum covering Coventry's industrial and wartime history.

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Fargo Village

Independent shops, street food and murals in a creative quarter near the station.

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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 Whitefriars, city centre

    Cheap, reliable Wetherspoons handy for a pint before the trip out to the Arena.

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  • War Memorial Park

    Large green space south of the centre, a quiet spot away from the matchday crowds.

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  • FarGo Village independent cafés

    Smaller units tucked behind the main food stalls that casual visitors often miss.

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Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Coventry; 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

The ground is a considerable distance from the city centre — factor in the extra journey time if starting your day in town.

Ground note · unverified

Coventry Arena station services can be sparse outside of the immediate matchday window; check timings for the return leg.

From the away end

Away-end reviews & seat views

Coventry Building Society Arena · First-hand fan experiences, not official club advice.

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Away days at Coventry Building Society Arena

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Places to eat in Coventry

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Best pubs in Coventry

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