Solihull Motorway Service Area
Extra MSA is bringing forward plans for a new motorway service area alongside the M42, near Hampton-in-Arden and Catherine-de-Barnes in Solihull, designed to provide a safe, welcoming and high-quality place for people to relax, recharge and refuel during their journey.
Planning permission for the development was granted in March 2022. Since then, Extra has been progressing the detailed designs for the site, with a focus on creating a modern, welcoming motorway services for all road users, while responding carefully to the surrounding landscape.
The proposals include a main amenity building for motorists to eat, rest and relax, a hotel, fuel facilities, electric vehicle charging and dedicated parking for different types of vehicles.
Extensive new landscaping, including woodland, native trees, hedgerows and wildflower planting, forms an integral part of the plans.
This website provides information about the proposals, the planning history, the benefits the development is intended to deliver and the next steps as the project progresses.
Designed with the local landscape in mind
The site’s location within the Arden landscape has played an important role in shaping the design.
The proposals have evolved since the original planning permission, with a lower-profile main building, more space for landscaping and planting, and an updated layout designed to improve movement around the site and create a clearer, safer and more welcoming experience for visitors.
The aim is to provide high-quality facilities for motorway users while responding sensitively to the surrounding countryside.
Find out more about the design
Planning and progress
The principle of developing a motorway service area at this location has already been established through the planning process.
The next stage focuses on securing approval for the detailed design of the development, including the appearance of buildings, landscaping, layout and access arrangements.
Further information about the planning history, the Reserved Matters process and the current indicative programme is available on this website.
Contact
How to get in touch
Call us on 0800 148 8911
Email us at extra@social.co.uk
Write to us at Freepost MEETING PLACE CONSULTATION