Estates Services News

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Overford Farmhouse refurbishment planned

Residential Lettings team prepare major renovation to create high-quality family home...

25 October 2019

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Castle Mill improvements approach completion

Five living walls are being installed around the graduate accommodation site...

24 October 2019

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Roundup of major projects

A summary of current, future and recently completed building projects...

24 October 2019

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Electrical team engages with suppliers to ensure high-quality installations

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they...

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they do in University buildings is done safely and to a high standard at the...

The electrical engineers of the Building Services team are engaging with contractors to make sure the work they do in University buildings is done safely and to a high standard at the first attempt.

9 October 2019

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MEET THE WRITER

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice...

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice Little.

8 December 2020

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FIND OUT MORE

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

The Wytham Woods team have appointed Kim Polgreen as their Youth Educator in Residence.

19 August 2020

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Check your bike lights

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

6 November 2019

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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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Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the...

The Minor Capital Plan, first launched early in 2019, has been amended and received committee approval after the addition of several new projects over the last year.

19 February 2020

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Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being...

The rest of the grow lights in the greenhouses on top of the Plant Sciences building in the Science Area are being replaced with modern energy-efficient models.

19 February 2020

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Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished...

A project to give the exterior of the Dyson Perrins Laboratory its first significant renovation in many years finished in early February.

13 February 2020

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New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum...

Staff from the Conservation & Buildings team have worked with a highly skilled local blacksmith and museum staff to install...

13 February 2020

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FM team restructured

The Strategic Facilities Management team has been restructured into four business units.

5 July 2019

42 Park End Street after sociology moved in

42 Park End Street now in operation

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion...

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion of the project to refurbish the former nightclub.

2 July 2019

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E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction of the Zero Emission Zone...

2 July 2019

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient new models.

6 June 2019

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Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

Overford Farmhouse refurbishment planned

Castle Mill improvements approach completion

Roundup of major projects

Electrical team engages with suppliers to ensure high-quality installations

People & Partnerships

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

Security

Check your bike lights

Security Services promotes safe cycling to staff and students

Events & Achievements

Minor Capital Plan approved with 51 projects over next three years

Remaining Plant Sciences greenhouse lights replaced

Repairs & Maintenance

Dyson Perrins cleaning and repairs completed

New bannister added to History of Science Museum

Facilities & Services

FM team restructured

42 Park End Street now in operation

E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

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