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'

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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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New security control room at Old Road Campus

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership...

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership of space in the newly-completed Innovation Building.

26 October 2018

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated...

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated crisis.

18 October 2018

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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

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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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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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Wytham Chalet available for room bookings

The Wytham Chalet is a unique venue in the heart of Wytham Woods, and it can be hired for meetings, seminars, training...

The Wytham Chalet is a unique venue in the heart of Wytham Woods, and it can be hired for meetings, seminars, training sessions, away days or other events.

14 February 2020

Photo of the newly installed bike racks at Wytham Woods

Wytham foresters make landscape improvements over winter

The team of foresters working at Wytham Woods have spent the last few months making various long-term improvements...

The team of foresters working at Wytham Woods have spent the last few months making various long-term improvements to the landscape there.

14 February 2020

Fresh new look for OUEV

Oxford University Event Venues rebrands to underscore range of venues available...

14 January 2020

compass team accepts the sugar smart golden teaspoon award

University caterer wins sugar-reduction award

Compass Group, the University’s central catering contractor, has received a golden teaspoon award...

25 November 2019

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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

New security control room at Old Road Campus

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

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

Wytham Chalet available for room bookings

Wytham foresters make landscape improvements over winter

Fresh new look for OUEV

University caterer wins sugar-reduction award

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