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The Hawthorns
Home of West Bromwich Albion in West Bromwich. Away fans are in the Smethwick End. It is the highest ground in the Football League, so bring a layer.
Away fan guide
Away fans are in the Smethwick End.
A4-size bags maximum and all bags are searched on entry. There is no bag storage at the ground.
The Hawthorns station (West Midlands Metro and rail) is about a 5-minute walk. It is the highest ground in the Football League, so it gets cold up there. Bring a layer.
Pubs near The Hawthorns
A starter list of pubs near the ground. A personalised brief includes the full away-friendly shortlist with walking distances and current notes.
- The CricketersCloser to the ground and reliably away-friendly
- The VineFamous pub with an Indian restaurant attached, mixed crowd, top food
- The Royal OakRight by the Metro stop, easy in and out
What a personalised brief adds
Weather at kick-off
Hourly forecast pinned to The Hawthorns, not just the city.
Travel from your door
Train, tube, or driving route from your postcode to the ground.
Full away-friendly pub list
Six nearest pubs, ordered by walking distance, with away-friendly flags.
Bag and entry rules
Current matchday entry policy, doors-open time and stadium tips.
Get the full West Bromwich Albion away day brief
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