HS2 Construction - Stock Video Footage
The construction of HS2 is tearing up and reshaping Birmingham on a massive scale.
Whether you are cutting a broadcast documentary, a news segment, or a corporate timeline, this is where to come. The archive tracks the major developments across the city, from the heavy earthworks at Washwood Heath to the concrete structures rising at Curzon Street.
Everything here is shot in true 4K and is available under a simple, flat-fee broadcast license with no hidden royalties.
Latest 4K HS2 Stock Footage Releases
Birmingham HS2 Stock Footage Vignette
A premium, cinematic 30-second sequence engineered for high-impact transitions. Edited for maximum visual impact, this sequence provides instant production value for corporate and commercial edits.
License this pre-edited sequence of HS2 Birmingham stock footage for just £399 inc VAT.
For a longer 2.5-minute sequence, check out HS2 Birmingham Drone Views.
Any shot can be licensed individually in full length by using SELECT, or upgraded to full length after purchase of this sequence by using UPGRADE.
Full Rushes packs of Birmingham HS2 are available for extensive aerial coverage, including Pack 348 - 2026 Update.
HS2 Update: Birmingham Curzon Street & Washwood Heath (Pack 348)
A comprehensive drone archive capturing the latest infrastructure developments across the Curzon Street station site and Washwood Heath. These premium 4K video clips provide an exceptional perspective on the ongoing construction and engineering, perfect for documentaries, news coverage, and urban development narratives. All footage includes a flat-fee Universal Broadcast Licence with zero hidden royalties, territory restrictions, or circulation limits.
110 Drone clips including wide-angle, telephoto zoom and FPV-style, over 2 hours and 50GB of 4K footage.
Shots include Birmingham city centre, Curzon Street, the Washford Heath Portal and much more, including up-close detail of construction, concrete pouring and more.
For greater coverage of the HS2 project in Birmingham, consider these alternate clip packs -
2023 - Pack 51 features 28 clips showing early HS2 construction and groundworks in Birmingham.
2025 - Pack 267 offers beautiful, extensive coverage of HS2 Birmingham as the project continues.
For a short pre-edited sequence, check out - HS2 Birmingham | A stock footage vignette, or a longer 2.5-minute Broadcast GVs edit, HS2 Birmingham Drone Views.
For a longer pre-edited stock footage sequence, check out HS2 BIRMINGHAM BROADCAST GVs. This 2 and a half minute drone compilation provides excellent coverage for news, editorial, documentary use and more.
A pre-edited stock footage sequence of Birmingham HS2 drone aerial views.
For a shorter sequence, check out this stock footage vignette: HS2 UPDATE.
For greater depth, check out HS2 Birmingham Stock Footage Rushes Packs.
Any clip can be licensed separately, in full length, by using SELECT, or upgraded to full length after purchase of a sequence by using UPGRADE.
Latest HS2 Pictures
These frames are from Clip Pack 348. They are available to license as 4K video files with no extra fees for use on broadcast television.
Authentic. Cinematic. Independent. Unique.
Archive HS2 Stock Footage
Get a front-row seat to the monumental HS2 high-speed rail project with this premium collection of 32 4K drone footage clips (18 minutes 59 seconds, 7.4GB). Capturing the ongoing development in Birmingham, this footage showcases everything from steel frames to tunnels, cranes, and earth-moving machinery—all with a vibrant urban backdrop. Ideal for projects focused on infrastructure, urban development, or news coverage, this pack offers a detailed and visually stunning overview of the HS2 project’s progress.
This collection includes 32 premium 4K drone video footage clips (18 minutes and 59 seconds, 7.4GB), capturing the ongoing development of the HS2 high-speed rail project in Birmingham, West Midlands. This pack is ideal for use in documentaries, news coverage, infrastructure-focused projects, and urban development narratives.
Key Features
Construction and Engineering
Wide aerial views and top-down shots of the HS2 construction site, highlighting its scale and complexity.
Steel frames, tunnels, cranes, and earth-moving machinery in action.
Workers onsite, offering insight into the human effort behind this monumental infrastructure project.
Landmarks and Context
Footage of the new Curzon Street Station under construction, a centerpiece of the HS2 project.
Passing trains at Birmingham Moor Street and Grand Central stations, connecting the project to the city’s transport hub.
Birmingham city center in the background, featuring iconic landmarks like the Bullring, Selfridges, and the city skyline.
This pack provides a detailed and visually striking overview of HS2’s progress, blending technical construction imagery with the vibrant backdrop of Birmingham, making it a perfect choice for showcasing the future of UK rail infrastructure.
What’s Included:
32 Clips – Totaling 18 minutes and 59 seconds of 4K footage.
Drone Views – Wide aerial shots of the HS2 construction site, offering a full view of the site’s scale and engineering complexity.
In-Action Footage – Steel frames, tunnels, cranes, and earth-moving machinery in operation.
Human Effort – Workers on-site showcasing the people behind this ambitious infrastructure project.
Landmarks and Context:
Curzon Street Station – Footage of this iconic station under construction, marking the heart of the HS2 project.
Birmingham Transport Hub – Passing trains at Birmingham Moor Street and Grand Central stations connect the project to the city’s broader transport infrastructure.
Birmingham City Center – Including shots of landmarks like the Bullring, Selfridges, and the city skyline.
Perfect For:
Infrastructure & Engineering Projects – Documenting one of the UK’s most significant modern infrastructure projects.
Urban Development & Documentary Content – Showcasing Birmingham's transformation and the progress of HS2.
News & Editorial Coverage – Highlighting the ongoing construction of the HS2 project, as well as the future of UK rail infrastructure.
Terms and Conditions (Full Terms Apply):
This pack is sold with a broad usage license. However, it’s the buyer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate use of the clips, especially when it comes to identifying any landmarks or individuals in the footage. The clips are provided as-is, and you must ensure compliance with relevant permissions, particularly for any non-editorial use.
Please refer to the complete Terms and Conditions for detailed usage guidelines and restrictions.
Note: These clips are primarily intended for editorial use, but the buyer assumes responsibility for verifying clearance for any other uses.
This pack offers a cinematic, bird's-eye view of the HS2 project, bringing to life one of the UK's most ambitious transportation ventures with a dramatic focus on engineering, human effort, and urban development.
HS2 Construction and development stock video footage - watermarked
Older HS2 Birmingham Footage
Travel back to early 2003 for another look at HS2 Birmingham with clip pack 51, which features 28 drone aerial views of Curzon Street and the surrounding area.
This collection of 28 clips (13 minutes 10 seconds, 7.26GB) showcases the ongoing development of the HS2 high-speed rail project in Birmingham from February and March 2023. The footage includes stunning aerial views of the Curzon Street station site, Birmingham's city centre, the Bullring shopping centre, and Grand Central railway station. The pack features a range of construction activities, such as the use of diggers, cranes, earth-moving machinery, steel work, tunnels, and general site development.
Additionally, three premium drone timelapse sequences captured in ProRes422 quality offer an incredible look at the busy construction site, with moving machinery, cars, trains, and the dynamic Birmingham skyline in the background. This exclusive footage provides an exceptional perspective on the early stages of the HS2 project, perfect for high-quality documentary, infrastructure, and urban development projects.