We want to make sure everyone who uses our Norwich Hub can continue to reach us safely and with as little disruption as possible while the Anglia Square redevelopment is underway.
We know changes to parking and public transport can be stressful, particularly for people living with sight loss, so we are closely monitoring the situation and will keep sharing up-to-date information as it becomes available.
As part of the redevelopment of Anglia Square, travel to the Bradbury Activity Centre will be affected over the coming months.
Road Closure
As part of the redevelopment of Anglia Square we have been informed that there will be a partial road closure from 01/02/2026 until around 15/03/2026 affecting Magdalen Street and Edward Street. This includes the section of Magdalen Street from the Edward Street junction towards Norwich City Centre until until just before the St Crispins Road overpass. The junctions of Magdalen Street and Edward Street and Cowgate will be closed to traffic.
We have confirmed that Edward Street will be open up to Beckham Place, so there will be normal car access to the Norwich Hub on Beckham Place.
Buses
The buses will be disrupted during this road closure.
Sanders Coaches
Whilst the demolition of Anglia Square takes place, bus stops on Magdalen Street, Magpie Road and Edward Street will not be served.
- The nearest alternative stops are Tombland/Upper King Street (all services), Stacy Road (for services to/from North Walsham) and Wingfield Road (for services to/from Aylsham, Sheringham and Reepham).
- Affected Stops: Norwich, Anglia Square, N-bound , Norwich, Anglia Square, S-bound , Norwich, Edward Street, E-bound , Norwich, Magpie Road, W-bound
- Affected Routes: 23, 24, 42, 43, 43A, 44A, 45, 45A, 54, 55B, X40, X41, X44, X55
First Bus
Services 11,11A,12 and 13
- Out of City will divert from Tombland turning right at The Maids Head Hotel to roundabout taking 2nd exit onto Charlton Rd/ Bull Close Rd to Artichoke traffic lights then turning right and picking up normal routes.
- There is a stop at Cowgate, Charlton Rd as an alternative for Anglia Sq.
- Into City the above service will turn right into Bull Close Rd onto Charlton Rd, 2nd exit at roundabout following onto Palace St then picking up normal route into City
- There is a stop on Bull close Rd as an alternative for Anglia Sq.
Services 21,21A,28,29,X29,36,37,38,39,&PR1
- Out of City will divert from Tombland turning right at The Maids Head Hotel (There will be a temporary stop at Fishergate on Whitefriars for an alternative to Anglia Sq) follow to roundabout taking 1st exit onto flyover then 3rd exit onto Pitt St to St Augustines then picking up normal routes
- Into City the above service will omit the Edward St stop, follow road to St Crispins roundabout taking 1st exit onto flyover then 3rd exit onto Whitefriars
- There will be a temporary stop just opposite Fishergate on Whitefriars for an alternative to Anglia Sq
Please check the First Bus and Sanders Coaches websites for the most up to date information.
Pedestrian Access
Pedestrian access to the side of the street adjacent to Anglia Square on Magdalen Street (on the left if you are leaving the the city) and Edward Street will be closed. The far side of Magdalen Street will remain open throughout for pedestrians and the junction of Magdalen Street and Edward Street will be open to pedestrians.
Parking
RCP Parking – Edward Street, the closest pay-and-display car park to the Norwich Hub has now closed
The closest alternative, which is currently open, is the RCP Parking – Broadside Warehouse, which is approximately 3 minute walk away. However this is due to close from midnight on Sunday 1st March.
The second closest alternative is Colegate Car Park which is approximately 8 minutes walk away.
We have a drop off and pick up point immediately outside the front door and we can reserve on-site parking for a limited number of wheelchair users if notified in advance.
We will continue to review parking and access arrangements and do everything we can to support safe and accessible travel for service users, staff, volunteers and visitors throughout the works.
If you have any concerns about traveling to Norwich Hub please contact us by calling 01603 573000 or emailing [email protected]. We are happy to talk through your individual concerns with your journey and provide whatever advice and support that we can.
