Estates Services News

Start of IDRM construction approaches

Construction of the new Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus is expected...

Construction of the new Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus is expected to begin in late 2019 or early 2020, with completion scheduled for...

Construction of the new Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus is expected to begin in late 2019 or early 2020, with completion scheduled for January 2021.

17 July 2019

Photo of the plot of land soon to host the Schwarzman Centre

New Schwarzman Centre announced

The University has announced a major new project to create a centre that will transform humanities teaching, research...

The University has announced a major new project to create a centre that will transform humanities teaching, research and engagement at Oxford.

16 July 2019

Swift Tower lands in Parks

Earlier this year the long-awaited Swift Tower was set up near the pond in the University Parks, where it should...

Earlier this year the long-awaited Swift Tower was set up near the pond in the University Parks, where it should provide swifts visiting Oxford with attractive nesting spots for many...

Earlier this year the long-awaited Swift Tower was set up near the pond in the University Parks, where it should provide swifts visiting Oxford with attractive nesting spots for many summers to come.

11 July 2019

New neuroscience building handed over to users

The new purpose-built facilities for the Centre for the Prevention of Stroke and Dementia and the Wellcome Centre...

The new purpose-built facilities for the Centre for the Prevention of Stroke and Dementia and the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging was handed over to its new occupants in...

The new purpose-built facilities for the Centre for the Prevention of Stroke and Dementia and the Wellcome Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging was handed over to its new occupants in early June.

4 July 2019

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Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Major initiative gets £9.4m of funding from the Wellcome Trust...

14 November 2019

Connecting Oxford graphic showing people travelling through Oxford city centre and the tagline 'Improving connectivity; Reducing congestions; Tackling pollution'

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

In September, the County Council launched Connecting Oxford, an ambitious set of proposals aimed at tackling congestion...

In September, the County Council launched Connecting Oxford, an ambitious set of proposals aimed at tackling congestion and improving public transport access to Oxford

6 November 2019

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Security Services staff commended for superb response to medical emergency

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security Services team for their response to a medical emergency in the University...

The Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) has formally commended several members of the Security Services team for their response to a medical emergency in the University Parks - a response that...

1 February 2021

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Help Security Services plan Christmas break service provision

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure...

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure period, and request that departments get in touch to tell them...

The Security Services team are working to plan the services they will provide over the Christmas and New Year closure period, and request that departments get in touch to tell them of their requirements.

11 November 2020

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Wytham Woods and Hill End celebrate centenary of outdoor education

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Wytham Estate.

14 February 2020

Photo of ribbon-cutting ceremony at the entrance to the Science Area, to mark the launch of the new Science Transit Shuttle.

Strong first few months for relaunched Science Transit Shuttle

30% passenger growth since becoming a public bus service...

18 December 2019

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Dartington House refurbishment planned

The University has received planning permission for proposed works at Dartington House.

14 February 2020

Photo of joiner Adam Walton in the joiners' workshop

Joiners work to improve the estate

The Joiners have been busy with a variety of projects around the collegiate University.

14 February 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

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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

Start of IDRM construction approaches

New Schwarzman Centre announced

Swift Tower lands in Parks

New neuroscience building handed over to users

People & Partnerships

Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

Security

Security Services staff commended for superb response to medical emergency

Help Security Services plan Christmas break service provision

Events & Achievements

Wytham Woods and Hill End celebrate centenary of outdoor education

Strong first few months for relaunched Science Transit Shuttle

Repairs & Maintenance

Dartington House refurbishment planned

Joiners work to improve the estate

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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