Parking in Carrow Road

Carrow Road, located on the banks of the River Wensum, is the home to Norwich City FC. The club are affectionately name The Canaries, a nickname that originates in 1907 after the then chairman, a keen breeder of canaries, changed the colour of their kit to yellow and green. However, the city also has historic links to the bird, dating back to the 15^th centuries when Flemish weavers imported canaries into the area. With over 25,000 visitors expected on any given match day, it can be much easier and cheaper to prebook a guaranteed parking space near Carrow Road. 

Norwich train station is located roughly 10-minutes from the ground. The station is the eastern terminus of the Great Eastern Mainline. It provides access to Cambridge, Great Yarmouth and London Liverpool Street. 

The most popular pub in the area for away fans is considered to be the Compleat Angler, which has a large riverside terrace and is located just opposite the railway station. The Riverside complex is also a great location for bars and restaurants for pre and post match dinner and drinks.

Postcode for satnav: NR1 1JE

Does Carrow Road Stadium have its own car park?

The ground does not have its own car park available.

Is there on-street parking around Carrow Road?

On-street parking is limited in Norwich city, but there is a car park available at Norfolk County Hall which is conveniently placed for match days.

What restrictions are in place on Norwich City Football Club match days?

On match days, you may find that some roads in the area are closed after the match to allow the crowd to disperse quickly and safely. This is worth bearing in mind if you need to be away swiftly.

What public transport options are available for getting to Carrow Road?

Carrow Road is only about 10 minutes’ walk from Norwich train station. It's close to the city centre, a taxi shouldn't cost more than £10-£15 depending on the traffic. 

What’s the capacity of Carrow Road?

Carrow Road has a capacity of 27,244.

How many away fans does Carrow Road hold and what’s the away end?

The usual allocation for away fans is 2,500. The away end of the stadium is on one side of the South Stand, on one side of the ground.

What’s the address of Norwich City’s Carrow Road?

The address of Norwich City’s Carrow Road stadium is Carrow Road, Norwich, NR1 1JE.