Service 23 Reroutes for Oldbury Road Repairs
Service 23 buses detour via three streets as Brookfields Road closes for repairs April 28-29
Service 23 Reroutes in Oldbury for Road Work
Riders on NX West Midlands' Service 23 will see temporary route changes as Brookfields Road in Oldbury closes for carriageway repairs. The closure affects buses in both directions on Tuesday, April 28, and Wednesday, April 29, 2026, transit officials said. Work crews will occupy the road between 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. on both days, requiring buses to follow alternative streets during midday hours.
Carriageway Maintenance Requires Temporary Closure
The two-day closure allows contractors to complete necessary carriageway work on Brookfields Road, according to NX West Midlands. Road maintenance projects typically require full closures during working hours to ensure crew safety and allow equipment access. The agency scheduled the work for midday periods to minimize impact on morning and evening commuters. Officials didn't specify what type of carriageway repairs are needed or whether the work is part of a larger maintenance program in the area.
Buses Follow Three-Street Detour Route
Service 23 buses heading toward Oldbury will detour via Bristnall Hall Road, Dog Kennel Lane, and Vicarage Road during the closure, NX West Midlands confirmed. Buses traveling from Oldbury will follow the same streets in reverse order. The diversion bypasses the closed section of Brookfields Road while maintaining service to the area. Officials didn't say whether the detour will add travel time or affect specific stop locations along the regular route.
Normal Service Returns After Work Completion
Service 23 will return to its regular route once carriageway work finishes on April 29, transit officials said. The agency typically restores normal operations immediately after road closures end, assuming work stays on schedule. NX West Midlands didn't say whether weather delays or other factors could extend the closure beyond the two scheduled days.
Riders Should Check Updated Schedules
Passengers are advised to verify current timetables before traveling during the closure period, according to NX West Midlands. The detour route may affect arrival times at some stops along Service 23. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and updated arrival estimates for NX West Midlands routes, helping riders plan trips during temporary service changes.
