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Your matchday card
Coventry v Palace
Saturday 21 November 2026 · 15:00 · Coventry Building Society Arena
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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Coventry v Palace: the build-up
Fan previews and travel chat, gathered in the week before kick-off.
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Away days at Coventry Building Society Arena
Vlogs and first-hand experiences from visiting fans.
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Places to eat in Coventry
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Best pubs in Coventry
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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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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.
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
Worth the detour
Coventry Cathedral
The bombed medieval ruins stand beside Basil Spence's striking modern cathedral, in the city centre.
Open in mapsHerbert Art Gallery and Museum
Free city-centre museum covering Coventry's industrial and wartime history.
Open in mapsFargo Village
Independent shops, street food and murals in a creative quarter near the station.
Open in mapsOff 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.
Open in mapsWar Memorial Park
Large green space south of the centre, a quiet spot away from the matchday crowds.
Open in mapsFarGo 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.
What the day will cost
Rough guide for a trip to Coventry
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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