Away-day planner

Pirelli Stadium, Burton upon Trent

Everything an away end needs at Pirelli Stadium — 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.

Full Burton guide

Selected date

Fri 26 Mar

15:00 · v Stockport

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

Ground

Pirelli Stadium

Capacity 6,912

Away end

East Terrace (east end)

Varies by fixture

Travel

Burton-on-Trent

25–35 min walk (crowds may add time)

Your matchday card

Burton v Stockport

Friday 26 March 2027 · 15:00 · Pirelli Stadium

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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Burton v Stockport: the build-up

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

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Away days at Pirelli Stadium

Vlogs and first-hand experiences from visiting fans.

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Places to eat in Burton upon Trent

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Best pubs in Burton upon Trent

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 Pirelli Stadium in Burton upon Trent
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Getting there

  • Burton-on-Trent station — 25 minutes' walk to the ground, or a short taxi ride for a few pounds.
  • Bus from town centre — Local services run out towards the ground; ask the driver for the Pirelli Stadium stop.
  • Driving — A38 then A5121; the ground has decent on-site parking, unusual for this level.
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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.

  • Burton town centre pubs — Home to several breweries' taps, including Marston's, near the station. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Pirelli Stadium concourse — Compact but decent range for a small ground. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Shobnall Fields chippies — Local chip shops on the walk out from town. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

National Brewery Centre

Burton's brewing history explained in depth, a short walk from the station.

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Burton Bridge

Historic crossing of the Trent, pleasant riverside walk.

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Branston Water Park

Nature reserve a short drive out, good for a pre-match stroll.

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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.

  • Burton Bridge Inn

    Brewery tap with its own beers, a genuine local secret near the bridge.

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  • Stapenhill Gardens

    Riverside gardens across the Trent, quiet and underused by visitors.

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  • Shobnall Fields

    Riverside green space away from the town-centre crowds.

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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

Burton is a small town — expect limited late-evening transport options after night games.

Ground note · unverified

The Pirelli Stadium's away end can feel tight for bigger away followings; arrive early.

What the day will cost

Rough guide for a trip to Burton upon Trent

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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