🔴 Brentford (15-min walk): South Western Railway from London Waterloo. Change at Clapham Junction or Waterloo from most UK stations. Walk along Brentford High Street (pubs and food)

🟡 Kew Bridge (20-min walk): South Western Railway from London Waterloo. Slightly longer walk but quieter route, nice pubs near the station

🔴 South Ealing (15-min walk): Piccadilly Line (London Underground). Excellent for those coming from central London or tube-connected areas

To London Waterloo (then Brentford/Kew Bridge):

🔴 Manchester: 2h 15min to Euston, then tube/change for Waterloo

🟠 Birmingham: 1h 30min to Euston, then tube/change for Waterloo

🟡 Leeds: 2h 30min to King’s Cross, then tube/change for Waterloo

🟢 Bristol: 1h 45min to Paddington, then tube to South Ealing or change for Waterloo

Note: From most UK cities, you’ll arrive at a London mainline station, then take the tube or change trains for Brentford/Kew Bridge/South Ealing. Allow 45-60 minutes for connections within London.

From Brentford Station (15 minutes): Turn left out of station onto Brentford High Street. Follow the High Street (plenty of pubs and food) northwest, and continue straight until you reach the stadium. Well-signposted on matchdays.

From Kew Bridge Station (20 minutes): Exit station, turn right onto Kew Bridge Road, continue to Brentford High Street, turn left and follow to stadium. Quieter route with some nice pubs near the station.

From South Ealing Tube (15 minutes): Exit station onto South Ealing Road, walk west towards Brentford, follow signs to stadium. Straightforward walk, follow the crowds on matchdays.

From the M4 (West/East): Exit Junction 2 (Brentford), follow A4 Great West Road, then A315 towards Brentford town centre. Follow local signs to the stadium. Expect heavy traffic on matchdays.

From the M25 (North): Exit Junction 15, follow M4 east to Junction 2, then as above.

Congestion Charge Warning: Check whether your route passes through the London Congestion Charge zone (generally applies east of Kensington). Check tfl.gov.uk before travelling.

⚠️ PARKING REALITY

Stadium Car Parks: Minimal matchday parking, primarily for season ticket holders and disabled supporters. Public parking is not generally available.

Street Parking: Virtually impossible. Residents-only permits apply to nearly all nearby streets. You will be ticketed/towed if you park illegally.

Best Advice: Don’t drive to the stadium. If arriving by car, consider park and ride from outer London stations like Feltham, Hounslow, or Richmond, then train/tube to Brentford.

Premier Inn London Kew

📍 Location: Kew Bridge Road, Brentford, TW8 0FJ (1.5 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £60-£80 per night

✨ Why Stay: Reliable Premier Inn quality, close to Kew Bridge station and Kew Gardens, walking distance to stadium, good breakfast

🌐 Book: premierinn.com

Travelodge Hounslow

📍 Location: London Road, Hounslow, TW3 1JS (2 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £50-£75 per night

✨ Why Stay: Budget-friendly, near Hounslow East tube (Piccadilly Line), local curry houses and amenities, good value

🌐 Book: travelodge.co.uk

Ibis Budget London Hounslow

📍 Location: Great West Road, Hounslow, TW5 0BD (2.5 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £55-£75 per night

✨ Why Stay: Clean and functional, decent transport links, good local food options, competitive pricing

🌐 Book: ibis.com

Holiday Inn London – Brentford Lock

📍 Location: Commerce Road, Brentford, TW8 8GA (0.5 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £90-£130 per night

✨ Why Stay: Closest quality hotel to stadium, canalside location, modern facilities, on-site restaurant and bar, 10-minute walk to ground

🌐 Book: ihg.com

The Crown London (Chiswick)

📍 Location: 142 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 1PU (2 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £100-£140 per night

✨ Why Stay: Charming boutique hotel, recently refurbished, excellent restaurant, upmarket Chiswick location with great dining options

🌐 Book: booking.com

Holiday Inn Express Chiswick

📍 Location: Bollo Lane, Chiswick, W4 5NL (1.5 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £85-£120 per night

✨ Why Stay: Reliable chain hotel, breakfast included, modern clean rooms, good Chiswick location with restaurants and transport

🌐 Book: ihg.com

London Marriott Hotel Kensington

📍 Location: 147 Cromwell Road, Kensington, SW5 0TH (4 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £150-£250 per night

✨ Why Stay: Elegant 4-star hotel, excellent service, upmarket Kensington location, fantastic restaurants nearby, easy tube access to Brentford

🌐 Book: marriott.com

The Hoxton Shepherds Bush

📍 Location: 65 Shepherd’s Bush Green, London, W12 8TX (3 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £140-£220 per night

✨ Why Stay: Trendy boutique hotel, stylish rooms, excellent bar and restaurant, vibrant Shepherds Bush area, good transport connections

🌐 Book: thehoxton.com

The Petersham Hotel (Richmond)

📍 Location: Nightingale Lane, Richmond, TW10 6UZ (3.5 miles from stadium)

💰 Price: £160-£280 per night

✨ Why Stay: Stunning Victorian hotel, beautiful Thames views, Richmond Park nearby, exceptional restaurant, perfect for a special weekend

🌐 Book: petershamhotel.co.uk

The Globe

📍 Location: 100 High Street, Brentford, TW8 8BN (Brentford High Street)

🍺 What to Expect: Traditional local pub, decent beer selection, standard pub food, good atmosphere on matchdays

⭐ Why Visit: Welcomes away fans, right on the main route from station to stadium, friendly staff, gets busy so arrive early

The Magpie and Crown

📍 Location: 128 High Street, Brentford, TW8 8EW (Brentford High Street)

🍺 What to Expect: Nice mix of home and away fans, good beer range, hearty pub food, beer garden available

⭐ Why Visit: Welcoming atmosphere, quality ales, good food menu, pleasant outdoor space for good weather

The Express Tavern

📍 Location: 56 Kew Bridge Road, Brentford, TW8 0EW (near Kew Bridge station)

🍺 What to Expect: Slightly away from main matchday crowds, great craft beer selection, decent food menu

⭐ Why Visit: Relaxed atmosphere, quality beers, away fans welcome, easier to get served than High Street pubs

Brentford Brewing (Taproom)

📍 Location: Brentford Lock, Catherine Wheel Road, TW8 8BD (canalside)

🍺 What to Expect: Microbrewery taproom, excellent craft beers brewed on-site, relaxed vibe, often food trucks or kitchen residencies

⭐ Why Visit: Quality local beer, lovely canalside setting, friendly atmosphere, perfect for beer enthusiasts. Very popular so arrive early

The Royal Oak: Home fans’ pub, away supporters not encouraged

Princess Royal: Primarily for home supporters, best avoided by away fans

Brentford High Street

🍕 What’s Available: Excellent variety of takeaways and restaurants — Turkish kebabs, Indian curry houses, pizza, burgers, chicken shops

⭐ Recommendations: Istanbul Restaurant (Turkish), Al-Maidah (halal), Greggs for quick snacks, various independent cafés

💷 Price: Reasonable, from £5-£15 depending on what you choose

Mario’s Café

📍 Location: Brentford High Street (traditional greasy spoon)

🍳 What to Expect: Proper old-school café, full English breakfast, friendly service, no-frills quality

⚠️ Note: Cash only

The Canopy Beer (Brentford Lock)

📍 Location: Brentford Lock, canalside

🍔 What to Expect: Modern British food, wood-fired pizzas, burgers, sharing platters, decent beer and cocktails

⭐ Why Visit: Quality food, nice canal views, good pre-match atmosphere

Stadium Concourses

🥧 What’s Available: Standard stadium fare — pies, burgers, hot dogs. Better quality than many grounds

💷 Price: Typical London stadium prices (expensive), but food is hot and well-served

✅ Plus: Vegan and vegetarian options available

Kew Gardens (Royal Botanic Gardens)

📍 Distance: 1 mile from stadium

🌿 What It Is: UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning glasshouses, extensive gardens, plant collections, treetop walkway

💷 Cost: Around £18 entry

⭐ Why Visit: One of London’s most beautiful spaces, perfect for Friday/Sunday if staying over, internationally significant botanical collection

Kew Bridge Steam Museum

📍 Distance: 0.5 miles from stadium

⚙️ What It Is: Victorian pumping station housing the world’s largest collection of Cornish beam engines

⭐ Why Visit: Fascinating for engineering enthusiasts, engines usually running on weekends, unique London attraction, very reasonably priced

Richmond Park

📍 Distance: 3 miles from stadium

🦌 What It Is: London’s largest Royal Park (2,500+ acres), grassland, woodland, free-roaming deer herds, spectacular views

⭐ Why Visit: Beautiful morning walk if staying nearby, stunning scenery, wildlife spotting, free entry, open all year

Westfield London (Shepherds Bush)

📍 Distance: 3 miles from stadium

🛍️ What It Is: Massive shopping centre with hundreds of shops, restaurants, cinema, bowling

⭐ Why Visit: Perfect for killing time before the match, great for non-football fans in your group, easy tube access

Grand Union Canal Walk

📍 Distance: Adjacent to stadium

🚶 What It Is: Pleasant towpath walks along the canal, colourful narrowboats, waterside pubs

⭐ Why Visit: Nice way to build up an appetite before the match, different perspective on London, peaceful walk from Brentford Lock to Kew Bridge or beyond

⏰ Arrive Early: Give yourself at least 2 hours before kick-off to enjoy Brentford High Street and avoid station congestion

🚂 Train Disruptions: London rail services often have weekend engineering works — always check National Rail before travelling

💳 Oyster/Contactless: Use Oyster card or contactless for cheapest fares on tubes and trains in London

🎫 Stadium Entry: Turnstiles open 90 minutes before kick-off — electronic tickets on phones are standard

💷 Payment: Most places accept card, but carry some cash for smaller independent venues

🌧️ Weather: The stadium is exposed — check forecast and dress for the conditions

🚽 Facilities: Use toilets before entering the ground if possible — half-time queues can be long

✨ Away End: South Stand offers excellent views, good atmosphere, comfortable seating, and quality facilities

General Vibe: Brentford generally has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere for away fans. The club has worked hard to maintain community values despite its Premier League status

Safety: The area around the stadium is safe, but stay aware in busy areas, as with anywhere in London

Security: Keep valuables secure, especially on public transport

Local Residents: The stadium is in a residential area — respect the neighbourhood

Police Presence: Visible but usually low-key unless it’s a high-profile fixture

Walking Routes: Well-lit and well-travelled from stations on matchdays — follow the crowds

Leaving the Stadium: There’s typically a short hold-back of away fans (5-10 minutes) to allow crowds to disperse. Be patient.

Getting Back: Both Brentford and South Ealing stations can get busy post-match. If you’re not in a rush, consider stopping at a pub on Brentford High Street for a post-match pint while crowds clear.

Evening Transport: Plenty of transport options even after evening kick-offs. Services run late in London.

Atmosphere: Post-match atmosphere is usually good-natured, whatever the result — Brentford fans are generally sound

Make Brentford High Street your matchday base. Arrive around lunchtime (for a 3pm kick-off), grab some food from the excellent takeaways, have a few pints in the pubs welcoming away fans, soak up the friendly atmosphere, then enjoy the short stroll to the stadium. You’ll get the full West London matchday experience, meet friendly locals, and have a proper away day. The Bees fans are generally welcoming, and the area has real character — embrace it!

Stadium: 020 8847 2511

Ticket Office: Check official Brentford FC website for current contact details

Police (Non-Emergency): 101

Police (Emergency): 999

Local Hospital: West Middlesex University Hospital, Twickenham Road, TW7 6AF

The Gtech Community Stadium has excellent disabled access throughout, being a modern, purpose-built venue. Wheelchair spaces and amenity seating are available in all stands including the away section. Accessible toilets and lifts provide access to all levels. Parking for disabled supporters is available but must be booked in advance through the club. The stadium has won awards for its accessibility provision and commitment to disabled supporters.

National Rail Enquiries: 03457 48 49 50 | nationalrail.co.uk

Transport for London (TfL): tfl.gov.uk (journey planner, tube times, bus routes)

Taxis: Uber and Bolt operate in the area, or ask at your pub for local firms

Brentford offers one of the better away days in English football. The Gtech Community Stadium is an excellent modern venue with top-quality facilities, the local area around Brentford High Street has genuine character and variety, and the transport links make it accessible from anywhere in the country. Whether you’re coming from across London or travelling from further afield, you’ll find this corner of West London welcoming and well-organised for football supporters.

The move from Griffin Park to the Gtech Community Stadium has given the Bees a platform to match their Premier League ambitions, and visiting supporters benefit from the quality facilities and modern infrastructure. The club has maintained its community values and friendly atmosphere despite the step up in division, making it an enjoyable destination for away fans.

Enjoy your time in and around Brentford 🐝⚽