In the heart of Birmingham, a once bustling shopping centre presents a prime opportunity for developers to transform the area with investment. The former Poolway Shopping Centre site, a derelict piece of land offers excellent redevelopment value.

The Poolway Shopping Centre, a cornerstone of the Garrett’s Green estate, was demolished in 2018 with high hopes for a regeneration project that would breathe new life into the area. A subsequent housing development emerged, offering a mix of market and affordable homes, yet the second phase of redevelopment has stalled, leaving the site in limbo for six years.

Originally, ambitious plans were in place for the Birmingham Museums Trust to establish a new home for its collection on the site, complete with artist’s impressions highlighting the potential transformation. However, these plans have since been shelved, as confirmed by Birmingham City Council, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the future of this neglected space.