This project is focused on revitalising Wednesbury town centre by enhancing public spaces, improving safety and accessibility, and laying the groundwork for future regeneration through a comprehensive Masterplan.
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This project is designed to support the ongoing revitalisation of Wednesbury by improving the attractiveness, safety and functionality of the town centre. Building on the success of the Wednesbury High Street Heritage Action Zone, which included upgrades to Market Place, these improvements will further enhance the town’s appeal for residents, businesses and visitors.
Completed enhancements include:
- More comfortable benches
- Additional bins to reduce litter
- New trees and planting to introduce more greenery
- Brighter, high-quality paving
- Improved lighting, featuring traditional-style lanterns
The Public Realm consultation took place between 29 February and 11 March 2024, and community feedback has helped shape the final designs for these upgrades. View the Public Realm and Urban Greening FAQ’s information here.
View the related news articles:
- Wednesbury Great Western Street Metro area gets major upgrade
- Official unveiling of historic horse troughs in Wednesbury
- Public Realm planting event at Ethelfleda Square
Other schemes that sit within the Wednesbury Town Centre Improvements Project
Wednesbury Building Improvement Scheme
This project will deliver fully funded improvements to priority building frontages in Wednesbury town centre, enhancing the area’s appearance as part of the first phase of the Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan.
Shop Signage Improvement Project in Wednesbury Conservation Are
As part of ongoing efforts to preserve and enhance the character of our conservation areas, the Sandwell Council has completed a specialist signage improvement project, designed to raise the standard of shopfronts in line with conservation area design guidelines.
Wednesbury Town Centre Masterplan
Alongside these physical improvements, a comprehensive review of the town centre has been undertaken to identify opportunities for regeneration and to address underused or derelict sites. This work has informed the creation of a Town Centre Masterplan.
A masterplan is a strategic document that sets out a long-term vision for how a place can evolve. It helps guide decision-making and supports future funding bids for regeneration from the UK government and other sources.
The Masterplan consultation took place from 7 May to 11 June 2024, shaped by public input, local assessments and expert analysis of future development potential.