New Robert Plant mural brightens West Bromwich M5 underpass
The artwork was designed with help from local schoolchildren as part of wider improvements to a walking and cycling route
Last updated 14th Jul 2026
A new mural celebrating West Bromwich's heritage has been completed in an M5 underpass as part of a £65,500 project.
The artwork, created by Midlands artist Rob Fenton, features Led Zeppelin frontman and West Bromwich-born Robert Plant.
Local landmarks also feature including Dartmouth Park, Oak House Park and Museum, and The Hawthorns.
Pupils from Holy Trinity C of E Primary School helped shape the design by sharing what they think makes their town special.
The mural is part of wider improvements to the underpass off Roebuck Lane in Sandwell, including new lighting, upgrades to a shared walking and cycling path, and changes to make the route more accessible.
Freda Rashdi, Head of Customer Journeys at National Highways, said:
"The underpass forms part of a key route in Sandwell linking residential areas with offices and shops. In improving the area with better lighting and a new path, we have opened the route up for more people to feel safe walking or cycling to their destinations.
"It is now more accessible and welcoming for the whole community and will give residents a greater choice in how they travel, while showing greater pride in their local heritage and identity."
Robert Plant shared his own thoughts on the mural and said: "From a time and a place of happy inspiration long ago."
Artist Rob Fenton said:
"Local pride emerged strongly through my chats with the pupils with references to Robert Plant and Led Zeppelin, alongside architecture, industry, music, sport, and nature. These conversations helped shape a visual narrative that reflects both heritage and identity, rooted in the lived experiences and observations of the young participants.
"All the elements they shared has formed a layered and vibrant mural that celebrates the area’s past and present, while capturing the energy and aspirations of its younger generation."