News on HS2 in Camden

The plans approved by Parliament in February 2017 included the ventilation shaft at Alexandra Place. Following technical assessments it has been possible to take out the Alexandra Place ventilation shaft from the plans.

Following a number of technical assessments, which reviewed the three ventilation shafts within the Old Oak Common to Euston Tunnels; Alexandra Place, Adelaide Road and Canterbury Works, the findings confirmed the Alexandra Place ventilation shaft was no longer needed.

To remove either of the other two ventilation shafts would not allow HS2 to meet safety and ventilation requirements.

By taking out the Alexandra Place ventilation shaft from the project, HS2 will not construct the shaft and associated head house building.

The building accommodating 1-8 Langtry Walk will now not need to be demolished by HS2; the shops and workshops above, will remain.

There will no longer be any requirement for HS2 to use the car parking spaces at Dinerman Court and Alexandra Place will no longer need to be closed.

If you are interested in finding out more, please come along to an information evening which is being held at Alexandra and Ainsworth Tenants and Residents Association Hall, Rowley Way, London, NW8 at 6.30pm on Wednesday 5 July. HS2 construction staff will provide a summary of the changes at Alexandra Place and be available to answer your questions.