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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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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Check your bike lights

Cyclists need to have working bike lights when riding in the dark.

6 November 2019

Photo of Security Services staff on the pop-up stand in Radcliffe Square, promoting cycle safety and security.

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Security Services staff held a pop-up event in Radcliffe Square in early October to promote safe...

14 October 2019

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Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Estates Services has organised training for members of Project Boards in 2021.

7 December 2020

Photo of a bunch of bananas with Fairtrade sticker

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Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

The University has again received the Fairtrade University and College Award, following a student-led audit.

18 June 2020

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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

Wytham Woods involvement in UK-wide genome project confirmed

Share your views on Connecting Oxford

Security

Check your bike lights

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College 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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