The Wednesfield High Street improvements scheme is part of the council’s ongoing investment to create a safer, greener, and more welcoming environment for everyone who lives, works and shops in Wednesfield.
The £3.3million scheme has been developed following extensive consultation and engagement with the public and traders on what should be included in the plans.
Taylor Woodrow have been appointed as the contractor to deliver the scheme. They are liaising directly with businesses and residents as work progresses, to ensure any disruption is kept to a minimum.
Aims of the project
The aim of this project is to encourage increased footfall, linked trips and increased dwell-time with improved seating areas, drawing in greater footfall and assisting businesses in remaining viable.
The objectives for the scheme involve the following:
- Improved paving, lighting, greening and seating in High Street, Bealeys Fold and Church Street to attract more footfall and investment and support the established markets offer
- Improved pedestrian crossings in the High Street
- Improved access and signage from car parks, especially through Bealeys Fold where improved paving, landscaping, lighting and wayfinding will help draw people into the heart of the High Street
- Creation of a flexible events and activity space for community use and to encourage further activation of the High Street
Through the achievement of the objectives, Wednesfield will see vibrancy brought back into the high street and surrounding areas, an increase to its local economy and a more welcoming high street for all demographics.
Key milestones
- Detailed design and delivery programme completed - December 2025
- Construction works commence - January 2026
- Completion date - November 2026