New space for Health Sciences Library open
Last updated on 19 May 2025
One of the main study spaces in the Health Sciences Library has been transformed into a collaborative learning area following consultation with students. Read more
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Restricted Access to Willow Terrace Road
Last updated on 21 May 2025
Building Number(s): N/A
Building Name(s): N/A
Date: 01 June 2025 11:00 AM to 01 June 2025 5:00 PM
Is this work scheduled or planned? Yes
Type of work: Other – Road closure
Type of disruption: Road closure –
Additional information:
It’s time again for the annual LBT Junior Aquathlon, with the swimming taking place in the pool at The Edge Sports Centre and the 400m run is on campus grounds.
The transition area will be in the small car park of the Health Education England building, opposite The Edge Centre, and to protect the runner’s safety access to Willow Terrace Road will be closed between 11am – 5pm.
The multi storey and car parking around the sports centre will be unaffected by this.
For more information, contact Tudor Bas at
Contact Telephone No: 0113 343 9150, Email: t.bas@leeds.ac.uk
£32 million programme to upgrade campus spaces begins
Last updated on 30 April 2025
A £32 million Estates-led programme to create an upgraded campus experience for students by revitalising key spaces is underway.
The laboratories within the University’s LC Miall Building are the first of more than 20 existing spaces that will be refreshed as part of the programme.
The first strand of work, which started on Monday 31 March, sees the replacement of outdated audio-visual equipment within the laboratories.
A major investment spanning the length of the estate, the programme will ensure that campus better meets the needs of the students who use it.
Transformed spaces
More than £2 million is being used to improve accessibility and environment in the Electrical and Electronic, Civil and Mechanical Engineering buildings.
This includes moving entrances, creating more access ramps and improving foyer areas.
New dedicated areas for students will also be created through the programme, including a kitchen and learning space along the University’s Red Route.
The aim is to create a vibrant and welcoming area – including kitchen facilities – in which students can collaborate, study and reflect.
Computer generated imagery of the new student space in EC Stoner
Faculty collaboration
Estates have worked with faculties to identify areas and spaces where improvements could be made to help create a world-class teaching environment.
Work will take place outside of teaching times where possible to minimise disruption students and is continuing into the second half of 2025.
Delivering for students
Ann Allen, Director of Campus Innovation & Development at the University of Leeds said: “The investment in spaces demonstrates our commitment to creating the best possible campus experience for our students as well as staff.
Campus Reimagined can give us a long-term vision, however we want to make sure we continue to invest in our spaces now as well as in the future.”
Ben Hall, Morgan Sindall’s area director for Yorkshire said: “We’re thrilled to be getting started on site at the University of Leeds.
“When put together, the work we undertake will help support the university’s vision of delivering an outstanding student experience.”
The full range of projects is listed on the Estates and Facilities website.
Some are subject to planning permission, and further information will be added as timescales are clarified.
Work underway to restore exterior of historic buildings
Last updated on 2 April 2025
The exteriors of University buildings across campus are being revitalised through an essential Estates programme.
The work, which will continue into the second half of 2025, is focused on repairing and restoring the architecture of listed and significant buildings on campus.
Buildings are open and safe to use while work is carried out.
Full schedule of works
Work is underway on the following buildings:
- Worsley – due to complete March 2025
- Roger Stevens Building – due to complete March 2025
- EC Stoner – due to complete first half of 2025
- Irene Manton Building – due to complete first half of 2025
- Garstang Building – due to complete first half of 2025
- Maths, Earth & Environment – due to be complete second half of 2025
- Priestley Building – due to complete second half of 2025
Work will commence on the following buildings later this year:
- Social Sciences Building – due to complete second half of 2025
- Edward Boyle Library – due to complete second half of 2025
Progressing work
The programme began in late 2024 with the Roger Stevens Building and Worsley Building, which are both due to be completed in March.
Several other buildings, including EC Stoner and the Irene Manton Building, are expected be completed in the first half of 2025, with more work planned in the second half of the year.
Preserving historic architecture
Estates are working with engineering and construction specialists Mountain Earth to conduct hammer testing and repairs to areas of concrete on the buildings.
The team have consulted with Leeds City Council’s Conservation Officer to make sure buildings are properly conserved.
New anti-carbonation coatings have been colour-matched to return the exterior of each building to how they first looked after opening.
David Oldroyd, Interim Deputy Director of Development at the University of Leeds, said:
“This work builds on our strategic aim to improve the campus experience for our staff and students.
“While this work is essential, we’re taking extra care, time and effort to restore some of our historic buildings, which helps to make campus a nicer place to be for everyone who uses it.”
Minimising disruption
Estates are working with the timetabling team to move classes most likely to be impacted by the work out of the buildings, reducing the impact on staff and students.
Works will also be paused while exams are taking place.
Where possible, Mountain Earth are using elevating work platforms rather than erecting scaffolding when carrying out repairs to keep noise levels to a minimum.
Keep up-to-date with the work by visiting our project page.
Providing peace of mind during darker evenings
Last updated on 16 January 2025
If you’re spending early mornings or evenings on campus over the coming months, you may well be doing so outside of daylight hours.
Leeds is a great place to live, work and study, however it’s worth reminding yourself of the simple steps you can take to provide an extra layer of security and support, especially when it’s dark.
Fast and easy access to support
Make sure you’ve downloaded the SafeZone app, which works when you’re on campus. The app is free, easy to use and is linked directly to the Security team.
Through the app, you can ask for help, or share your location while on campus with the Security team, who will check-in with you to make sure you’re okay if they don’t hear from you.
How to use SafeZone
You can download the SafeZone app for iOS and Android.
To register, please use your University email address – personal email addresses will not work. Providing a photo when prompted is helpful so that responders can identify you.
Sharing your location through the check-in timer
The check-in timer feature allows you to share your location with the Security team. Set the timer, and if the team haven’t heard from you after it has run out, they’ll check in to see if you’re okay.
Extra patrols to keep you safe
The Security team are running an extra patrol, from 6am to 6pm until March, providing added visibility and help for anyone who needs it on campus. This patrol also includes regular checks on our halls of residence.
Contacting the team
You can contact the Security team by using the SafeZone app or by calling 0113 343 5494.
If it’s an emergency, you can reach the team by calling 0113 343 2222, or by calling 999.
January 2025 – cold weather update
Last updated on 3 January 2025
A Met Office amber warning for snow is in place across Yorkshire and northern England from the evening of Saturday 4 January until Monday 6 January.
Latest update
Forecasters have said that snow is expected to lead to disruption during Sunday across northern England.
In the event of snowfall, campus is expected to be open, however anyone travelling to and from the University is advised to take extra care.
Clearing snow and ice on campus
Gritting and snow clearing services from the University’s Grounds & Gardens team and external contractors are on standby ahead of any snowfall.
Their focus is on making sure that core access routes are clear, as opposed to individual buildings.
You can report ice and snow that is affecting access routes by emailing our helpdesk.
Travelling to campus
If you work on campus, please make sure you’ve read the University’s procedure for working arrangements during adverse weather.
You can find updates on road disruption via Leeds City Council, updates on rail via National Rail and updates on buses in the Leeds area via First Bus.
Disruption updates
This page will be regularly updated in the event of overnight ice and snowfall. We’ll also be providing updates through our X and Instagram pages.
Contact us
To report snow or ice affecting core routes, you can email our helpdesk or by calling the team on: 0113 343 5555.
If you’re going to be outside over the next few days, make sure you’re wrapped up warm and take extra care.
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