Away guide

The Hawthorns

West Bromwich Albion, West Bromwich. Away support sits in the Smethwick End (side nearest the East Stand) (Varies by fixture).Nearest station is The Hawthorns, 5–10 min walk (crowds may add time). By road: M5 J1.

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.

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Getting there

  • The Hawthorns station — Train and Metro tram interchange right beside the ground — one of the best-connected in the league.
  • Midland Metro — Trams from Birmingham Snow Hill and Wolverhampton stop at the ground.
  • Parking — The Hawthorns has a park and ride, plus industrial estates off the A41; M5 J1 is minutes away.
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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.

  • The Vine — Legendary Indian barbecue pub in West Bromwich; a proper away-day institution. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Halfords Lane kiosks — Burger and pie stands right outside the away turnstiles. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Birmingham Jewellery Quarter — A tram ride away with the best pubs on the route. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

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Black Country Living Museum

Twenty minutes away in Dudley; the best living museum in the Midlands.

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Jewellery Quarter

Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, frozen in 1981, on the tram line.

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Sandwell Valley

Country park and RSPB reserve a mile from the ground.

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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 Vine, Roebuck Street

    Legendary Indian barbecue inside a Black Country pub — order at the tandoor in the back.

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  • Sandwell Valley RSPB

    Lakes, hides and farm trails immediately behind the Hawthorns.

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  • Jewellery Quarter workshops

    A tram ride away: working goldsmiths, the Coffin Works and quiet cafés.

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Transport alert

Evening kick-off

Check the last train or coach home before you buy — midweek late services can be limited.

Local event

Local arrangements

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

Ground note · unverified

The Hawthorns is the highest ground in the top four divisions — it is cold and open.

Ground note · unverified

Trams are packed after full time; walking one stop down the line is quicker.

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Places to eat in West Bromwich

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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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