Ashley Down route
Change at Bristol Temple Meads for Ashley Down, use a mapped Gloucester Road pub, then walk about 20 minutes to the correct away entrance.
League Two · Bristol
Bristol Rovers
Memorial Stadium · Filton Avenue · BS7 0BF
About 12,300stadium capacity
East Stand terrace / South Stand seatsvisiting supporters
Ground directionsMake a day of it
Plan your Bristol Rovers away day
The Memorial Stadium sits well north of Bristol's harbourside, so choose between a direct Horfield trip and a city-centre start with a planned train or bus connection.
Ashley Downrail baseBristolfood and pubsMemorial Stadiummatch destination
City centre first
Use the harbourside or Old City, then allow a generous bus journey north to Filton Avenue as matchday traffic builds.
Pre-booked driving
Reserve a legitimate private or managed space, check the Clean Air Zone route and avoid searching residential streets near kick-off.
A sensible 3pm plan
11:00-11:30 - arrive in Bristol and decide whether to remain central or continue to Ashley Down.
12:00-13:30 - use a venue clearly categorised on the pub map; do not assume the clubhouse will admit visitors.
13:30-14:00 - begin the final walk or bus leg and find the correct turnstiles.
17:00 onwards - expect Filton Avenue and Gloucester Road to move slowly; protect the connection back through Temple Meads.
Food and pubs
The Wellington, Drapers Arms and the Annexe Inn are mapped as established mixed-supporter choices. The Memorial Stadium clubhouse is check-first because admission can change with segregation and capacity.
Things to do
Gloucester Road provides an independent shopping and food corridor on the route from central Bristol. With more time, the harbourside, SS Great Britain and M Shed work well before taking a bus north.
Hotels near the stadium
These options keep the final matchday journey relatively short. Compare event-night prices, parking and cancellation terms before booking.
Central hotels
A central base is usually better for the station, food and the evening after the match.
Travel, parking, ticket allocations and stadium procedures can change by fixture. Check the latest information from both clubs and the relevant operator before travelling. Guide checked 27 September 2026.