Washwood Heath
Ends: ongoing
Last updated: 27 February 2026
What’s happening?
In the Washwood Heath area of Birmingham, long term works to accommodate the arrival of HS2 will be ongoing and include the demolition and reconstruction of both Aston Church Road and Saltley Viaduct.
The Saltley Viaduct works will begin upon completion of the Aston Church Road works. A new bridge will be constructed to carry the high speed train over the Lawley Middleway dual carriageway.
The first area of works will be begin in the area with the creation of a brand new bridge to carry the high speed train across the dual carriageway.
Find details of the current works taking place on Aston Church Road
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
Tell us what you think
If you live or work in the affected area, you can have your say.
Travel tips
You will still be able to get to where you need to go, but consider the following: