Spectators travelling to the Games are encouraged, where possible, to consider walking or cycling directly to the venue, or travelling by train, metro, local bus or dedicated shuttle bus. 

For venues in the West Midlands, your Games ticket includes access to public transport in the local area on the day of your event.

There is very limited parking at or near Birmingham 2022 venues. Details are outlined on the respective venue pages.

Please plan your journey in advance using the Games Journey Planner (coming mid-May) to help you understand your travel options.

Please note that temporary parking restrictions for the Games will be in operation near venues and you may not be able to access roads you might normally use. Please take a look at the Get Set pages for more details and follow @GetSet2022 on Twitter for the latest updates and information.

A limited number of bookable, accessible parking spaces for blue badge holders will be available at all Birmingham 2022 competition venues. Details of how to book these will be available on this page shortly.

There are a number of designated walking routes available to get you to your venue, and these will be included on maps and in the Games Journey Planner (coming mid-May). Signs will be in place to help direct you to your venue.

There will be bike parking available near most venues. We recommend that you secure your bike to the rack using a good quality lock.

Please refer to the venue pages and Games Journey Planner (coming mid-May) for specific venue information.

The spectator information for each venue includes travel information for those with accessibility requirements.

You will also be able to use the Games Journey Planner (coming mid-May) to specify your requirements when planning your travel.

We have prepared a few hints and tips for visitors to the UK. 

The Birmingham 2022 App includes all the information you'll need to know for your event. You'll find venue maps, sport schedules, fun facts and more.

Be the first to know when our App launches by signing up to our newsletters for all of the latest news.

Use the Games Journey Planner (Coming Mid-May) and make sure you allow plenty of time for travelling to and from your venue.

For venues in the West Midlands, your Games ticket includes access to public transport in the local area on the day of your event.

Don't miss a second of the action.

Most venues are open from an hour or more before the session start time. Please read the details on the venue pages for specific details around your event.

Check and download your e-ticket and be ready to show it on your phone or you can print it out.

Your party should enter the venue together, and the lead booker should bring ID.

It will be much quicker for you to enter the venue if you do not bring a bag.

If you do need to bring a bag, please make sure it is small enough to fit under your seat (maximum size 25 litres or 50cm x 30cm x 20cm), as there are no cloakrooms in Birmingham 2022 venues.

When you enter the venue, you will pass through security screening either via a bag search or an airport style screening process. Restrictions apply to certain items, such as water and sunscreen, so please check the Prohibited & Restricted items and Venue Entry Conditions before you leave home.

• Permitted Liquids, including water: One full, sealed, or resealable plastic, or metal beverage container (up to one litre) will be permitted per person. Beverage containers may have liquid within them, and Severn Trent Refill Stations are available so you can fill up your bottle in venue.
• Permitted Food: Small quantities of food, for personal consumption, such as infant food and light snacks, will be permitted into the venue.

Each venue has an information point, where you will find:

• The latest venue information
• Wristbands for your child that will allow our team to contact you if for any reason you become separated
• Lost and found service
• Complimentary Perry Passport Activity book (while stocks last)
• Hearing augmentation device loan
• Wheelchair charging

A select range of the Birmingham 2022 merchandise collection, and the official programme, will be available to purchase at all competition venues with prices starting from £6. Merchandise can be purchased using cash or card. Merchandise stores are also available at other locations around the region, or you could save time and shop online before the event, where you can find the full range of products. 

There will be a range of hot and cold food available to buy, using produce from the West Midlands and flavours from around the Commonwealth. This will be accompanied by a selection of hot and cold beverages, including alcohol and soft drinks. Wherever possible, the packaging will be biodegradable, to assist us in achieving our sustainability goals for the Games. 

Card payments are the preferred method of payment. However, if required, there will be limited facilities to pay by cash at selected points around the venue.

A designated quiet space to support families with young children, the elderly, those with accessible requirements, and for those who need a quiet place to reflect, will be available in each venue. Nursing chairs and small coffee tables will be available to assist parents and carers with feeding. The location of the family rest area can be found on each venue map.

Buggy storage is available at all Birmingham 2022 venues. Please see the venue maps for locations. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters can also be stored in the buggy storage. Anything left in the buggy store is at the owner's risk.

If you lose something during your visit to one of the Birmingham 2022 competition venues, please head to the information point and the Birmingham 2022 team will let you know if your item has been handed in.

Will hearing loops be installed in B2022 venues?

Hearing loops are installed at the Information Point and Ticket office in each competition venue.

Are hearing augmentation devices available in Birmingham 2022 venues?

 Hearing augmentation devices can be hired at all venues, for all sport sessions.

The devices fit over the ear and provides a direct feed of the stadium audio system.

These devices may enhance the experience for spectators with hearing or visual impairments. Emails will be sent to those customers who advised us during the ticketing registration process that they have a visual or hearing impairment , to confirm if they would like to use the service. If you didn’t advise us that you have an impairment, but you would like use a device, please visit the Spectator Information Point when arriving for your session.

How do I know if I have an accessible seat for the venue?

When registering your ticket account, you will have been asked to confirm any accessibility requirements. Based on the boxes ticked, appropriate seating will have been allocated or made available for you to choose from. If your requirements have changed since booking, please contact us.

Accessible toilets will be available at Cannock Chase Forest, Sutton Park, Warwick and West Park.

Changing Places toilets, with  adult change facilities with a changing bed, hoist, toilet, and sink will be available at Alexander Stadium, Arena Birmingham, Coventry Stadium & Arena, Edgbaston Stadium, Lee Valley VeloPark, University of Birmingham, Victoria Park, NEC, Sandwell Aquatics Centre and Smithfields.  

Will there be dog spending areas in the venue?

Toileting facilities for Assistance Dogs will be available at all venues.

Locations are included  on our venue maps or one of our volunteers will be able to direct you when you arrive at the venue.  

I have accessibility requirements - what’s the best way for me to travel to the event?

The spectator information for each venue on the Birmingham 2022 website  includes travel information for those with accessibility requirements. You will also be able to use the Games Journey Planner (available Mid May 2022) to specify your requirements when planning your travel.