Description of the Works
To allow for Capital Project alterations, the district heating system will be isolated and partially drained as follows:
Affected Areas & Buildings
- University Road Leg: Edward Herbert (010), Morag Bell (009), Wavy Top (045), James France (006), G Block (052), Brockington (007), Stewart Mason (076), NCSEM (210), Matthew Arnold (054), Design School (200), Towers (540-541), and Towers Dining (224).
- East Park Leg: Angela Marmont/Graduate House (017), Schofield (005), Haslegrave (013), Hazlerigg (201), and Rutland (203).
Impact on Services
- Heating: Heating will be unavailable in all buildings listed above for the duration of the works.
- Hot Water: You may notice brief interruptions; however, systems will automatically switch to immersion heaters to maintain the supply.
Technical Schedule
- Main Isolation: The system will be disconnected from the Central Boiler House. (Note: The Whitworth/Village leg remains fully operational).
- Secondary Isolations: Both the East Park and University Road legs will be shut off.
- Drainage: The East Park leg will be drained to facilitate the necessary works.
- Restoration: The system will be refilled and returned to normal service immediately following project completion.
Timescale
Week commencing 8 April - 14 April 2026
How can I get more information and help?
The Estates and Facilities Management team member looking after the task is detailed below and can be contacted about any difficulties experienced because of these works.
Matthew Polkey - Mechanical Maintenance Manager
Mobile: 07895331869
Email: M.Polkey@lboro.ac.uk