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A46 closure: 8pm Friday 11 April - 6am Thursday 1 May

Balfour Beatty VINCI are working, in partnership with HS2 and National Highways, to construct the A46 box structure which will carry the new HS2 line under the A46 near Kenilworth. To support this, the A46 Kenilworth Bypass will be closed for up to 3 weeks. The closure period will be:
From 8pm on Friday 11 April until 6am Thursday 1 May 2025
A clearly signed diversion route will be in place over this period with advance signage in place to help remind motorists of the closure.
We would encourage everyone to follow the diversion route, plan ahead and importantly leave more time for journeys. For information on the diversions, please visit https://assets.hs2.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Notice-of-HS2-works-A46-April-19-day-road-closure.pdfLink opens in a new window.
For up-to-the-minute travel information and help planning your journey, please see below:
Plan a journey | Transport for West Midlands | tfwm.org.ukLink opens in a new window | @TransportForWMLink opens in a new window |
Plan a journey | Traveline | traveline.infoLink opens in a new window | @travelineEMLink opens in a new window |
Plan a journey | Warwickshire County Council | Homepage - Warwickshire County CouncilLink opens in a new window | @warwickshire_CCLink opens in a new window |
By bus | National Express West Midlands | nxbus.co.uk/west-midlandsLink opens in a new window | @nxwestmidlandsLink opens in a new window |
By bus | Stagecoach | stagecoachbus.comLink opens in a new window | @StagecoachMidsLink opens in a new window |
By train | National Rail | nationalrail.co.ukLink opens in a new window | @nationalrailenqLink opens in a new window |
For more information and project updates relating to the works please visit: hs2.org.uk/A46-box-structure
Speed Limit Changes Around Campus
The University supported Coventry City Council’s proposal to amend speed limits on adjacent and adjoining roads, including revoking the existing 40mph speed limit on Stoneleigh Road and Gibbet Hill Road.
This change has now been implemented, meaning both roads have reverted to a 30mph national speed limit. Reducing the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph is expected to lower traffic speeds, which will, in turn, help reduce traffic noise and improve conditions for residents, cyclists, and pedestrians.
The speed limit on campus is set at 20mph to prioritise the safety of all road users, particularly pedestrians and cyclists. A lower speed limit can reduce the likelihood and severity of collisions, creating a safer environment for students, staff, and visitors.
Temporary road closure of Crackley Lane, Kenilworth: Monday 3rd March - Wednesday 5th March 2025
Temporary road closure of Crackley Lane, Kenilworth: Monday 3rd March - Wednesday 5th March 2025 due to HS2 construction work. Access for properties, pedestrians and cyclists will be maintained.
For information about the works please use the link below:
https://one.network/?GB142071740Link opens in a new window
If you have a question about HS2 or their works, please contact the HS2 helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email hs2enquiries@hs2.org.ukLink opens in a new window.
Temporary road closure of A429 Kenilworth Road, Kenilworth: Monday 24th February - Saturday 22nd March 2025
From Monday 24th February - Saturday 22nd March 2025, the A429 Kenilworth Road will be closed between the Gibbet Hill Road roundabout and the Crackley Lane junction due to HS2 construction work. Access for properties, pedestrians and cyclists will be maintained.
For information about alterations to the bus services during the closure please go to:
National Express: https://nxbus.co.uk/coventry/services-timetables/11-coventry-leamington-spaLink opens in a new window
Stagecoach: https://www.stagecoachbus.com/timetablesLink opens in a new window
If you have a question about HS2 or their works, please contact the HS2 helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 or email hs2enquiries@hs2.org.ukLink opens in a new window.
Charter Avenue Lane Closures: Tuesday 14th Janaury - Wednesday 22nd January 2025
From Tuesday 14th January - Wednesday 22nd January, a lane along Charter Avenue will be closed for utility repair and maintenance work carried out by Severn Trent Water. The work will be completed in two sections:
- Tuesday 14th - Friday 17th Jan: https://one.network/?GB141568918Link opens in a new window
- Monday 20th - Wednesday 20th Jan: https://one.network/?GB141701513Link opens in a new window