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Washwood Heath

Ends: ongoing

Last updated: 7 April 2026

What’s happening?

In the Washwood Heath area of Birmingham, long term works to accommodate the arrival of HS2 are ongoing and include the demolition and reconstruction of both Aston Church Road and Saltley Viaduct.

Works to rebuild Aston Church Road are almost complete with Saltley Viaduct works due to start on Sunday 10 May 2026.

A new bridge will also be constructed to carry the high-speed train over the Lawley Middleway dual carriageway.

Find details of the upcoming works taking place on Saltley Viaduct.

Find out more about HS2 works here.

Please check this page regularly for updates and continue to plan your journey ahead.

Where's it happening?

View the map of the affected area here: Washwood Heath

Travel tips

You will still be able to get to where you need to go, but consider the following:

Alum Rock Road. Please check your bus journey after Woodwells Road. Your journey may take longer with displaced traffic in the area so please allow extra time.
Plan ahead and leave more time for your journey. If you travel, you’ll need more time for your journey to take account of changes and diversions.
Please use public transport. to help reduce congestion on this key route and junction.
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