Appeal for historic memories of Birmingham’s three reopened railway stations

AN APPEAL has been launched for memories and memorabilia relating to the new Birmingham stations on the Camp Hill Line.

Earlier this year, three stations were opened in King Heath, Pineapple Road (historically known as Hazelwell Station) and Moseley Village for the first time in 85 years.

Now West Midlands Railway wants people to share their memories, along with old photographys, tickets, timetables, newspaper cuttings or personal stories for a new community history project.

The project seeks to preserve the stories, history, and heritage linked with the railway lines, celebrating local communities’ role in the railway.

The three original Camp Hill Line stations were closed in 1941, due to coal shortages during the Second World War.

However, more than 80 years later, residents have been reconnected to Birmingham city centre, with new services opening across the three original stations in April.

Equally, new rail stations re-opened in Willenhall and Darlaston in March 2026, following an £85million investment.

A spokesperson for West Midlands Railway said: “These railway lines have played an important role in their communities for generations.

“While the stations themselves may be new, the history behind them stretches back decades and we’re keen to ensure those memories aren’t lost.

“We know there will be people with fascinating stories, treasured photographs and family connections to these lines.

“We’d love to hear from anyone who can help us bring that history to life.”

Anyone wishing to share memories, photographs or memorabilia should email: [email protected] to get involved.