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Bristol Road, Selly Oak. I thought this was for access to the Worcester & Birmingham Canal but I now think it's for access to the new Unite student accommodation.
But a new ramp might get built in the autumn from this bridge on the other side.
Currently the only way onto the canal for pedestrians and cyclists is via The Dingle.
The new ramp / steps will be built on this side. Photo taken in February 2013
Here's an update from the canal level.
The Selly Oak Student Accommodation towering over the Bristol Road Bridge.
On the left where the graffiti is will be where the new access ramp from Bristol Road will go.
The other side - Lapal Canal - new steps built to access the Student Accommodation. I think there is a bridge to the right, but should they build a bridge closer to the towpath if they remove the towpath for the restored canal in future?