: On November 28, 1988, the line was extended to Lichfield Trent Valley .
: It linked Four Oaks in the north to Longbridge in the south via Birmingham New Street . Birmingham Cross City Line
: Services reached Redditch in 1980, eventually increasing from hourly to half-hourly due to high demand. : On November 28, 1988, the line was
As the line gained popularity, its reach and infrastructure were significantly upgraded: : On November 28
The line continues to be a central part of Birmingham's identity and transport strategy: