Work Item Summary
- Project Phase
- Phase 1
- Region
- Birmingham
- Location
- Saltley
- Contractor
- BBV JV
- Type of works
- Canal and towpath closure
- Estimated Start Date
- 02/11/2026
- Estimated End Date
- 12/03/2027
What we are doing
Location
Saltley Canal
Duration
From Monday 2 November 2026 at 08:00am until Friday 12 March 2027 at 4:00pm, we will close the canal between Salford Junction and Bordesley Junction. During this time the canal towpath in this location will also be closed for public safety and a diversion will be in place.
What we are doing
We are currently building Saltley Viaduct and Saltley Underbridge. The closure will enable us to work on the new bridge decks safely.
What to expect
This work will require a canal closure and also a canal towpath diversion. Information on the diversion is available on the overleaf.
HS2 is undergoing a comprehensive reset to ensure it can be built efficiently and for the lowest reasonable cost. This work is being carried out in stages and will be completed in 2026. We will provide you with updates on the reset and what this means for our plans to build the railway in your area.
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Find out more about
If you have a question about HS2 or our works, please contact our HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email [email protected]