Estates Services News

Illustration of University Parks welfare facilities

Temporary structure built at edge of Parks

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University...

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University Parks, after being granted planning permission and securing the...

A temporary modular structure has been built along the southern boundary between the Science Area and the University Parks, after being granted planning permission and securing the agreement of the Curators of the...

18 July 2019

Tinbergen demolition and replacement plans move forward

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class...

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class centre for life and mind sciences, the provisionally-titled...

The University is making progress with its plans to demolish the Tinbergen building and replace it with a new world-class centre for life and mind sciences, the provisionally-titled Life and Mind Building.

18 July 2019

Wytham Chalet finished

The project to refurbish the Wytham Chalet, managed by the Capital Projects team, has now been completed.

18 July 2019

Photo of the Castle Mill accommodation blocks

Improvement works move forward at Castle Mill

Work has been completed on two blocks at the University’s Castle Mill graduate accommodation site.

17 July 2019

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New sustainable purchasing resource now available

Many of the University’s preferred suppliers will also take back packaging and other recyclable waste.

17 February 2020

Photo of ash trees in canopy of Wytham Woods, taken from ground level.

New art project on the way to Wytham Woods

The Wytham Woods team have announced a new programme of commissioned artwork and events.

14 February 2020

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Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the p...

The Security Services team have been working to upgrade the University’s alarm monitoring system to a modern smartwatch-based one, and have now received funding to complete the project.

17 July 2019

Photo of a group of people in academic dress posing outside of the Sheldonian as part of Encaenia 2019

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea...

Encaenia, the highlight of the University’s ceremonial year, took place on June 26, with honorary degrees presented to luminaries ranging from astronomer and physicist Professor Andrea Ghez to famed cellist Yo-Yo...

26 June 2019

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Beecroft wins RIBA South and Building of Year Awards

The Beecroft building recently won a RIBA South Regional award and then went on to win the RIBA South Building...

The Beecroft building recently won a RIBA South Regional award and then went on to win the RIBA South Building of the Year Award, triumphing over 16 other projects.

5 June 2019

Capital Projects Team and others at the Oxfordshire Property Awards

Beecroft takes Project of the Year award

The Beecroft building last week won another award, this time for Project of the Year in the Oxfordshire Property...

The Beecroft building last week won another award, this time for Project of the Year in the Oxfordshire Property Festival Awards 2019

15 April 2019

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Photo of DLO operative carrying out maintenance to pipework

New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently...

The Direct Labour Organisation (DLO) is preparing to launch a new system for emergency call-outs after recently gaining approval from senior Estates Services management.

27 October 2020

Photograph of Bodleian Library ticket office after renovations

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Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old...

Estates Services staff recently finished refurbishing the ticket kiosk at the Catte Street entrance to the Old Bodleian’s main quad.

5 March 2020

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Landscape photo of the self-service area of a Beyond Ordinary cafe

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Have your say - Beyond Ordinary Cafe Survey

The Compass at Oxford team have created a short survey on the Beyond Ordinary Cafes in University buildings and...

The Compass at Oxford team have created a short survey on the Beyond Ordinary Cafes in University buildings and departments and would like your feedback.

4 May 2020

Photo of salad in a bowl and a cup of coffee on a table

University opens first meat-free cafe

The Tulip Tree Cafe at the Nuffield Department of Population Health on Old Road Campus has re-opened as the University’s...

The Tulip Tree Cafe at the Nuffield Department of Population Health on Old Road Campus has re-opened as the University’s first meat-free cafe.

10 March 2020

Close up photo of a joiner working on a bridge refurbishment

Joiners move into FM and join Guild of Master Craftsmen

The Joiners have moved to a new part of Estates Services.

14 February 2020

Photo of two staff from Facilities Management setting up a room for an event

New buildings come under FM management

The Facilities Management (FM) team are managing the buildings for two new departmental customers.

14 February 2020

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Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

Temporary structure built at edge of Parks

Tinbergen demolition and replacement plans move forward

Wytham Chalet finished

Improvement works move forward at Castle Mill

People & Partnerships

New sustainable purchasing resource now available

New art project on the way to Wytham Woods

Security

Smartwatch-based alarm monitoring on the way

Security Services help Encaenia run smoothly despite protests

Events & Achievements

Beecroft wins RIBA South and Building of Year Awards

Beecroft takes Project of the Year award

Repairs & Maintenance

New DLO emergency call-out system on the way

Old Bodleian ticket office renovated

Facilities & Services

Have your say - Beyond Ordinary Cafe Survey

University opens first meat-free cafe

Joiners move into FM and join Guild of Master Craftsmen

New buildings come under FM management

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