Estates: Latest news
Power outage across campus now resolved
Update: We have now resolved a power outage which affected multiple parts of campus this afternoon (Wednesday 2 September).
Westwood Way road closure from Thursday 10 September for 3 days
Westwood Way will be closed for its full length from Thursday 10 September for approximately 3 working days.
The closure is required to allow Coventry City Council to carry out carriageway road marking works. Vehicle access will be restricted during the works, with a diversion route in place. Pedestrian access will not be affected.
Drivers are advised not to park on Westwood Way while the works are taking place. If you experience any access issues, please speak to the traffic management operatives on site.
Permit Office Closure: May Bank Holiday 2026
Please note, The Permit Office will be closed for the May Bank Holiday on Monday 25 May 2026, reopening on Tuesday 26 May 2026.
If you require a permit for Monday 25 May or Tuesday 26 May, please ensure your request is submitted no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 19 May 2026.
Estates excellence recognised with double success at AUDE Awards
Two Estates teams have been recognised at the 2026 AUDE Awards. The Interior Design, Furniture & Equipment (IDFE) team earned bronze for the AUDE Reaching Higher Award, thanks to its innovative Furniture and Equipment Donation Initiative.
The Estates Information and Systems (EIS) team took home silver for AUDE’s Estates/Facilities Team Award, having led on several digital transformation projects that have reshaped how the University manages space, assets, maintenance and campus navigation.
Roadworks on Gibbet Hill Road: 26 May - 31 May
Multi-way traffic lights will be in operation on Gibbet Hill Road, near the Varsity, between the Kirby Corner/Gibbet Hill Road roundabout and the Scarman Road/Gibbet Hill Road roundabout, to facilitate National Grid works.
The traffic lights will be in place from Tuesday 26 May to Friday 29 May. During this time, delays are expected, particularly at peak periods, and road users are advised to allow additional time for their journeys.
A full road closure of this section will then be in place over the weekend of Saturday 30 May and Sunday 31 May. Diversion routes will be in place and clearly signposted.
Please allow extra time for your journeys during these works.
For more information about the roadworks, please visit this traffic websiteLink opens in a new window.