News

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Strengthening the Riverside

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Spring propagation underway across the Parks

The horticultural team has begun its spring sowing programme, preparing a diverse selection of plants for use throughout the Park and by departments across the University.
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University Parks team host VC visit

The University Parks team recently had the pleasure of hosting the Vice-Chancellor for a visit to the Parks
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Early signs of Spring in the Parks

A welcome splash of colour is returning to University Parks, as the first signs of seasonal change begin to emerge across the grounds despite winter's lingering chill.
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Replanting of the Hayrick Border

One of the best loved areas of the Parks is the herbaceous border - the Hayrick Border - that runs northwards from the South Lodge entrance. For decades this has given pleasure to visitors to the Parks.
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Work commences on refurbishing the Parks public toilets

Refurbishment of the Parks public toilets is now underway, with completion expected by the end of April 2026.
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New arrival in Thorn Walk marks University Parks tree portal launch

National Tree Week celebrated by the launch of a new website and interactive tree map
Charity events at University Parks

Charity events in University Parks raise record-breaking £2m in 2025

This year's charity events in the Parks have once again exceeded all previous years, raising record-breaking amounts for a range of worthy causes.