West Midlands Protects Roads With Repair Work

Timbertree Crescent in Cradley Heath closes February 23rd for carriageway repairs

Timbertree Crescent Closes for Road Repairs

Drivers in Cradley Heath will need alternate routes when Timbertree Crescent closes for carriageway repairs February 23rd, transit officials said. The closure affects the full street from 8:30am to 5:30pm, with local bus services expected to divert around the work zone. Officials didn't specify which bus routes will be affected or what detour paths they'll take.

Background

The nine-hour closure is part of essential maintenance work on the street's road surface, according to the transit agency. Officials said the repairs are necessary to maintain safe driving conditions, though they didn't provide details about what specific damage or deterioration prompted the work. Transit agencies typically schedule such closures on weekdays to minimize disruption to weekend travel patterns. The work zone will be active during standard business hours, affecting both morning and evening commute periods.

Service Details

National Express West Midlands confirmed the closure but didn't release a list of affected bus route numbers or specific detour information. Officials said drivers should expect delays in the area throughout the work day. The agency hasn't said whether additional buses will be deployed to offset potential schedule disruptions caused by the detours. Riders who regularly use routes through Timbertree Crescent should allow extra travel time on February 23rd.

Timeline

The carriageway work is scheduled as a single-day closure on February 23rd, 2026, officials said. Contractors will begin at 8:30am and work until 5:30pm, with the street reopening to normal traffic that evening. Officials didn't say whether a backup date has been set if weather or other factors delay the repairs.

Rider Impact

Commuters who use Timbertree Crescent or bus routes through the area should plan alternative routes for February 23rd. Officials said service updates will be available closer to the closure date, though they didn't specify how far in advance detailed detour information will be released. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for National Express West Midlands services throughout the region.