Away guide

Brisbane Road

Leyton Orient, London. Away support sits in the South Stand (approx. 1,500). Nearest station is Leyton, 10 min. By road: A12, then A106.

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Getting there

  • Leyton stationCentral line tube, ten minutes' walk to the ground down the high road.
  • Bus from LeytonSeveral routes pass close to Brisbane Road for those who'd rather not walk.
  • DrivingA12 then A106; street parking near the ground is limited on matchdays.
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Safe away spots

  • Leyton High Road cafésA good spread of independent cafés and takeaways on the walk from the station. Map
  • The Coach and Horses, LeytonTraditional pub near the ground, welcoming to away fans. Map
  • Brisbane Road concourseCompact but decent for a club of this size. Map
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Worth the detour

Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

A short bus ride away, home to the former 2012 Olympic venues.

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Walthamstow Wetlands

Europe's largest urban wetland reserve, a short journey from Leyton.

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Hackney Marshes

Vast green space nearby, popular with local footballers on non-matchdays.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners the locals keep to themselves.

  • The Birkbeck Tavern

    Backstreet local near the ground with a loyal following, a genuine away-fan favourite.

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  • Coronation Gardens

    Small, quiet park a short walk from Brisbane Road.

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  • Leyton Jubilee Park

    Underused green space with a good café, away from the main matchday bustle.

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Transport alert

Early televised kick-off

A 12:30 start usually means leaving before the first fast train of the day — pubs near the ground may not open until 11:00.

Ground note

Brisbane Road is a tight urban ground with narrow surrounding streets — arrive with plenty of time.

Ground note

Central line disruption on the Leyton branch can affect matchday travel; check ahead.