Welcome to Coventry Building Society Arena – Your Event Guide Starts Here
To help you plan your journey before you arrive and while you're on site, we’ve created an interactive travel planner and map powered by You Smart Thing.
Use it to view:
Entrance gates & exit routes
Ticket Office locations
Public transport options – bus, rail, taxi, shuttle buses and ride share such as Uber.
Parking locations & departure routes
Walking routes once on site
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4th & 5th June doors will open at:
16:00 East stand & Exhibition hall.
17:00 Stadium bowl.
6th June doors will open at:
15:00 East stand & Exhibition hall.
17:00 Stadium bowl.
NO overnight queuing or camping is permitted. We strongly encourage early arrival to help reduce queues and ensure a smooth entry process. Please make sure you use the gate specified on your ticket, as entry will only be allowed through your designated gate.
Use our travel planner to plan your journey to and from Coventry Building Society Arena.
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Gate A – Car Park A
Gate B – Car Park B
Gate C – South Entrance
Gate D – Gate 27
Gate E – Gate 28
Gate F – North Entrance
Gate G – North Turnstiles
Please refer to gate map above this page.
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All taxis, Ubers, and ride-share vehicles will be directed to Arena Shopping Park only, and no pick-ups will be permitted outside the Arena.
Please note that Judds Lane will be closed to vehicles at the end of the event, so it will not be accessible for collection. Follow event signage and steward instructions when exiting the Arena.
Please use our travel planner for details on pick up and drop off
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Please ensure you have your digital tickets ready before arriving at the Arena. For any queries or issues with your tickets, your ticket provider is the first point of contact and will be able to assist you directly.
Your tickets will be ready 5-7 days prior to the event.
Accessible Tickets
If you have purchased accessible tickets, your ticket will clearly state which gate you have been allocated for entry. Please ensure you use the designated accessible gate shown on your ticket.
Box Office Locations
CCFC Ticket Office
North Entrance Box Office
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Arena onsite car parking
On-site parking at Car Parks A and C, Parking is only available online subject to availability and must be booked in advance online. https://www.cbsarenaparking.co.uk/event/eventdetail/2534
If you have any issues booking parking, please email cbsarena@apcoa.com
Accessible parking
On-site parking at Car Parks A and C is only available online subject to availability and must be booked in advance online. https://www.cbsarenaparking.co.uk/event/eventdetail/2538
If you have any issues booking parking, please email cbsarena@apcoa.com
Important – Unauthorised Parking
Please do not park in nearby unauthorised car parks or surrounding streets, as these areas are not managed or overseen by Coventry Building Society Arena and may form part of a local residents’ parking scheme. Vehicles parked in these areas may be subject to enforcement, and assistance cannot be provided by Arena staff or security.
Only pre-booked Arena car parks are officially supported for this event.
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Offsite Car Parking
Additional “park and walk” parking options will be available nearby, including Arena Shopping Park, Coventry Welsh RFC.
Please note parking at Arena Shopping Park will be available on ALL concert nights, while Coventry Welsh RFC will be available on Saturday 6th ONLY.
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Shuttle Buses
A dedicated shuttle service will run between Coventry Train Station and the Arena, with pick-up and drop-off at Arena Shopping Park.
Shuttle buses will start operating from 14:00 for all concert nights and will run in both directions every 30 minutes.
For other modes of transport please use our travel planner.
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Prohibited Items & Security Screening
Security checks will be conducted at all entrances. All persons and bags are subject to search, and the Arena uses walkthrough detectors as part of the screening process. Please allow additional time for entry and follow steward instructions when approaching gates.
Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted inside Coventry Building Society Arena:
No coolers, helmets, or large luggage
No bags over A4 size
No weapons or items that could be considered weapons
No party poppers, air horns, or alcohol
No glass, aluminium cans, or perfume bottles
No pyrotechnics, smoke bombs, or flares
No folding chairs or camping equipment
No professional cameras, tablets, or computers
▸ Mobile phones are permitted for tickets and photosNo laser pointers or selfie sticks
No inflatables, balloons, or beach balls
No large umbrellas (collapsible umbrellas under 18” are permitted)
No drugs, psychoactive substances, or nitrous oxide
No drones or remote-controlled devices
No scooters, skateboards, or hoverboards
No items deemed inappropriate or offensive by the venue
A full list of prohibited items is available online. Please check before travelling to avoid delays at entry.
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“See Something, Say Something”
Your safety is our priority. We work closely with West Midlands Police as part of Project Servator, which involves visible policing and security measures across the Arena to help create a safe and secure environment for everyone.
If you see something that doesn’t feel right, please speak up. Even a small concern can be important.
You can:
Report directly to Arena staff, security, or police
Submit information anonymously via gov.uk/ACT
Call 999 in an emergency
Staying alert and looking out for each other helps keep the event safe for everyone. If you see something – say something
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Official event merchandise will be available at dedicated sales points across the site. Locations will include:
External Units – locations to be confirmed
Internal Merchandise Stand – ///boost.snap.lung -
Please note that Coventry Building Society Arena is a CASHLESS venue, and only card or contactless payments will be accepted.
Challenge 25 operates at the venue. Please be prepared to show valid ID when buying alcohol.
Restricted Areas
The clubs memorial garden is a dedicated area for supporters family and friends in the north-east corner outside the arena. There will be NO drinking, eating or littering in that area.
Food & Drink
From classic fish & chips to loaded burgers, tacos, hot dogs and hearty curry, there’s something for every taste. Enjoy draught lager, cider and stout, along with a selection of cocktails and spirit mixers.
Pitch Service
Stay refreshed without missing a moment. Use our E-bar self-service stations or grab drinks from our roaming team around the pitch equipped with caddies and backpacks, bringing drinks directly to you.
West Stand Indoor
Take a break in the West Stand indoor area, offering additional food and drink options with comfortable seating
East Fan Village
Head to the East Fan Village to explore a range of local vendors serving great food and drinks in a lively outdoor atmosphere.
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Your safety and wellbeing are a priority at our event. A dedicated Safeguarding Team will be on site each day, working alongside our medical and welfare teams to provide support whenever it’s needed.
If you need assistance at any point during the event, please speak to a member of staff or security.
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Getting Here
Coventry Building Society Arena is in the heart of the UK with excellent transport links to London, Birmingham and the Midlands. The venue is within two hour’s drive of 75 per cent of the country.
By rail, Coventry is 55 minutes from London and 20 minutes from Birmingham Airport, with easy access to the M6 and wider motorway network.
