Brentford take on Aston Villa in the Premier League on Saturday 10 October (3pm kick-off BST).
This fixture will not be broadcast on television in the UK.
Supporters making the trip to the midlands can find useful travel and matchday information below.
Getting to Villa Park
Address: Villa Park, Trinity Road, Birmingham, B6 6HE
Travel
By train
The nearest railway station to Villa Park is Witton, which is approximately a five-minute walk from the stadium.
Many supporters travelling from London can arrive into Birmingham New Street, which offers direct rail services from the capital and excellent onward transport links across the city.
Local travel to the stadium
Supporters arriving into Birmingham New Street can take a train to Witton, the nearest station to the away section of Villa Park (the Doug Ellis Stand on Witton Lane). Services run approximately every 30 minutes, and the journey takes around 10 minutes.
Bus services 7, 11A, 11C, 65 and 67 also stop within walking distance of the stadium.
A matchday shuttle bus operates between Birmingham New Street Station (Dudley Street) and Villa Park for both home and away supporters. Return tickets cost £5 and can be purchased from the driver by cash or card.
Supporters may also find Citymapper useful for planning their journey around Birmingham on matchday.
By car
Supporters travelling by car are advised to plan their journey in advance and allow additional time for matchday traffic around Villa Park.
Parking restrictions operate in the residential areas surrounding the stadium and supporters should ensure they park in designated areas only.
Arriving at the stadium
Away seats are located in the Doug Ellis Stand at Villa Park.
Turnstiles typically open around 90 minutes before kick-off and supporters are encouraged to arrive in plenty of time to complete any ticket checks and security screening before entering the ground.
Supporters should note that major construction works are currently taking place around the North Stand, Club Shop and Fan Zone area of Villa Park. Temporary arrangements may be in place around the stadium and supporters are encouraged to allow extra time when travelling to and entering the ground.
Bag policy
Supporters are advised to travel light where possible. Aston Villa operates a stadium-wide bag policy, and all bags are subject to security screening on entry.
Only bags no larger than A4 size (297mm x 210mm) are permitted into Villa Park and all bags will be examined by a steward before entry. Supporters carrying a bag should allow extra time for security screening.
Accessibility
Supporters planning to attend the fixture are encouraged to review Aston Villa's accessibility information before travelling and contact the club directly at [email protected] if they require assistance during their visit.
Fans can find further accessibility information on the host club's website.
Food, drink and pre-match refreshments
Food and drink will be available within the away section before kick-off and throughout the match.
Supporters travelling through Birmingham city centre will find a wide range of pubs, cafés and restaurants before making their way to Villa Park.
For those arriving via Birmingham New Street, popular city centre options include The Victoria on John Bright Street, Bacchus Bar near New Street and the Bullring, and The Sun On The Hill on Bennetts Hill, all within walking distance of the station.
Supporters can also find a variety of food and drink options around Villa Park and in the surrounding Aston area before heading into the ground.
Make a day of it
If you are arriving in Birmingham before the match, there are plenty of attractions to enjoy ahead of kick-off.
Located next to Villa Park, Aston Hall is one of Birmingham's best-known historic buildings and offers visitors the chance to explore more than 400 years of local history.
Supporters travelling through Birmingham New Street may also wish to visit the Bullring, one of the UK's most popular shopping destinations, which offers a wide range of shops, restaurants and cafés just a short walk from the station.
Families looking for an activity before the game may enjoy a visit to the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, while the nearby canals and Brindley place area provide plenty of opportunities to explore the city before heading to Villa Park.