Walsall’s planning committee has officially approved the development of a new footbridge designed to enhance pedestrian connectivity within the town centre.
Scheduled to be installed near the Light Cinema, the footbridge will offer convenient access from the town centre to the waterside retail park, making it easier for visitors and residents alike to navigate between key areas.
This project is part of a collaborative effort between Walsall Council and the Canal & River Trust, with the aim of revitalising the borough’s canal system. The new footbridge is one of several initiatives intended to attract more boaters to the canal basin, increasing the use of Walsall’s waterways and promoting the town centre as a hub for both visitors and businesses.
Walsall is currently undergoing a £1.5 billion transformation programme, with a significant portion of the funding dedicated to creating new housing and employment opportunities. These initiatives are set to modernise the town and improve its overall infrastructure, with completion expected by 2026.
In addition to the footbridge, other major improvements to the town centre include the refurbishment of the former Guildhall building into a creative industries hub, and the transformation of the Saddlers Centre and Park Street area to improve connectivity between the bus and train stations.
This project is supported by the Government’s Towns Fund, which has been instrumental in driving the ongoing revitalisation of Walsall.
For further details on the town centre’s transformation projects, please visit the Walsall Council website.