Rude Bloxwich road markings raise a smile

However, these interesting road markings which direct motorists in Walsall towards 'B'lox', will actually lead drivers to the heart of Bloxwich.

Eagle-eyed motorists have spotted the markings which could easily be mistaken for a rude phrase and have shared the photos on social media.

It is not clear if the markings are new.

Some people have said that spotting the humorous marking makes their day when they do see it, while others have called it 'careless'.

Sharing photographs of the pictures on Facebook group Walsall In Pictures, Karl Rogman wrote: "I love Walsall Council but don't think they love the good citizens of Rushall or Bloxwich. They have got it right for Pelsall.

"Is this their feelings on entering Rushall or is it how they view Bloxwich?

"Either way it brightens my day every time I drive over it."

The pictures shared by Karl received 134 likes on Facebook and got residents talking about their experiences with the markings, which should correctly read 'B'wich'.

Mary Hastilow wrote: "Careless and lazy but good for a laugh if you have the time."

The mistake on the markings was missed by Bloxwich Councillor Julie Fitzpatrick, however, who said: "I usually walk most places so it isn't really something I pick up on. It is a strange one, however and I am surprised I haven't heard something from residents before this."

Steve Pretty head of planning, transport and engineering at Walsall Council, said: "Someone clearly needs a lesson in the use of apostrophes.

"We will arrange for this unfortunate misspelling to be corrected."

In 2014, motorists in Wolverhampton were left confused after a road sign highlighting work being carried out on the Penn Road misspelt the road name as 'Penne'.

Walsall Council announced in 2014 that around £35,000 intended for road markings would be cut from the budget, more than 50 per cent of the entire budget.

The money is used to pay for refreshing worn out road markings, including white lines and give way markings.