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UPDATED: Temporary off peak daytime closures of Packington Lane – near Bickenhill

Work item: HS2-BBV-25-1332

Work Item Summary

Project Phase
Phase 1
Region
Solihull
Location
Packington Lane
Contractor
BBV JV
Type of works
Road closure
Estimated Start Date
27/10/2025
Estimated End Date
28/11/2025

What we are doing

Location
Packington Lane – via the A452 Chester Road northbound

Duration
Each weekday from Monday 27 October until Friday 28 November 2025 between 9.30am to 3.30pm

What we are doing
Packington Lane has been closed during daytime off-peak hours since Monday 27 October 2025. The closure, originally due to end Friday 21 October 2025, is now extended, Friday 28 November 2025 due to essential remedial utility works.

What to expect
A fully signed diversion route will be in place during each weekday off-peak closure. Please allow more time for journeys.

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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