Away-day planner

Hayes Lane, Bromley

Everything an away end needs at Hayes Lane — the route, the safe pub, and the detour worth making. Built around the published 2026–27 fixture list, with general travel reminders for the date.

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Selected date

Sat 20 Mar

15:00 · v Reading

Kick-off subject to change (TV picks). Source: EFL League One fixtures · checked 14 October 2026

Ground

Hayes Lane

Capacity 6,100

Away end

East Terrace (end nearest the North Stand) (east side)

Varies by fixture

Travel

Bromley South

15–20 min walk (crowds may add time)

Your matchday card

Bromley v Reading

Saturday 20 March 2027 · 15:00 · Hayes Lane

Kick-off 15:00
  • Leave home

    3h journey each way

    09:30

  • Pub / food

    Time for a pint and a bite

    12:30

  • At the ground

    Beat the turnstile queues

    14:00

  • In your seat

    Warm-up and team news

    14:40

Times are a guide from the published kick-off — always allow extra for engineering works and matchday road closures.

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Bromley v Reading: the build-up

Fan previews and travel chat, gathered in the week before kick-off.

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Away days at Hayes Lane

Vlogs and first-hand experiences from visiting fans.

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Places to eat in Bromley

Popular food guides and reviews from YouTube.

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Best pubs in Bromley

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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Stylised illustration of Hayes Lane in Bromley
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Getting there

  • Bromley South station — Fast trains from London Victoria and Blackfriars, then a 20-minute walk or a short bus.
  • Bus from the station — Several routes pass close to Hayes Lane, useful in poor weather.
  • Driving — A21 then A222; the ground has limited parking, so side streets are the norm.
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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.

  • Bromley town centre chains — The Glades shopping centre has a wide range of options before the walk out. Colours policy unknownMap
  • The Star, Bromley — Traditional pub near the high street, welcoming to away fans. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Hayes Lane hut — Small but characterful matchday food hut, part of the ground's charm. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

Crystal Palace Park

Home of the dinosaurs sculptures and a National Sports Centre, a short drive away.

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Church House Gardens

Small local park near the town centre for a quiet break.

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Bromley Museum displays

Local history housed within the central library.

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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 Bitter End

    Bottle shop and micro-bar near Bromley South, a real ale enthusiast's find.

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  • Martins Hill

    Small green space with good views, tucked away behind the high street.

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  • Hayes Lane clubhouse

    Understated bar inside the ground itself, a good pre-match chat spot.

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Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Bromley; 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

Hayes Lane is a compact non-league-style ground — expect basic facilities compared with bigger League One venues.

Ground note · unverified

Away allocation is small, so tickets for popular fixtures sell out quickly.

What the day will cost

Rough guide for a trip to Bromley

Rough advance return fare per person

  • Travel£53
  • Away ticket£30
  • Drinks (3 pints)£16
  • Food on the day£14

Each person

£112

Group of 2

£225

Estimates only — fuel at 16p a mile, pints at £5.20, and walk-up rail fares can be far higher than advance singles.

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