We try really hard to minimise the level of disruption that may occur when expanding and renewing our campus, but sometimes, for example, we have to close specific areas or divert footpaths to carry out necessary work safely, and as quickly as possible.
See planned disruptive works on this page, or check our Estates Service Status page for unplanned disruptions or those that affect movement in the short term.
Keep up to date with current works so you can better plan your journey to, from and around campus.
Localised power outages
As part of our rolling five year programme of statutory fixed wiring inspections and tests, we will be undertaking works to the electrical systems in the following areas:
- Church Lane, 17 September to 15 October
- TFTI, 19 October to 19 November
- Music Research Centre, 23 November to 26 November
- Sir Jack Lyons hall, 30 November to 8 December
Full, brief power outages will occur before 9am for around 15 minutes, with localised outages to lighting and fixed equipment during the day.
Closure of Physics L
Physics L block will not be accessible between 1 and 8 September 2026 for heater works. The alternative routes are around P/X via the path along the lake or for access into PET by the door into Physics Spine from the car park.
Car park closures
Our undergraduate Open Days are on Saturday 12 September and Sunday 13 September and will require some car park closures:
- Car Park 6.1 (Campus South), pay and display/permit will be closed from Thursday 10 September at 6pm to Monday 14 September at 8am. Please do not park your vehicle in this car park during those times and ensure your vehicle is moved out of this car park by Thursday 10 September at 6pm.
- Car Park 2.4 (Campus Central) will be closed on Saturday 12 September at 8am until Sunday 13 September at 5pm. Please do not park your vehicle in this car park during those times and ensure your vehicle is moved out of this car park by Saturday 12 September at 8am.
Estates and Mailroom will have access to continue their operations over these dates, which will be clearly signed and communicated with these teams in advance.
If you have any questions please do contact us at openday@york.ac.uk.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Closure of Providence House car park
From 28 July 2026 to autumn 2026 the car park outside Providence House will be closed for the refurbishment of the building. Other car parks in the surrounding area remain open as usual.
Closure of parking bays in Campus North Car Park
From 1 June to autumn 2026, approximately 12 parking bays and part of the adjacent pathway will be unavailable in Campus North car park due to works to improve the Library entrance. There will be a level access diversion around this compound.
Closure of Library entrance
Between June and October 2026 the main entrance to the Library will be closed as the entrance and foyer is upgraded. Signed diversions will be in place and there will be some noise disruption as we carry out these works.
District heating extensions works
Due to changes on the district heating system, some trenches will be dug and subsequent works carried out across Campus West. Contractors will be working on site between 8am and 5pm and there will be some noise disruption during the excavation phases. Diversions and level access routes will be maintained.
- Innovation Centre – 18 May – 18 August
- Alcuin K, L and N – 10 June – 8 September (excavations between 10 June – 7 August).
Kimberlow Lane closure
Kimberlow Lane, the road running between Campus East Bus Interchange and York Sport Village, is temporarily closed to allow for essential repair works to be carried out. Buses U1 and U2 will continue to run to the Sport Village via a diversion along Hull Road. Access to the following will remain in place:
- Constantine/Langwith service road
- ISA building
- The Energy Centre
- Kimberlow Lane car park
Yorkshire Marathon car park closures
Due to the Yorkshire Marathon on campus between Thursday 15 October and Monday 19 October, there will be a number of car park closures and restricted parking between these dates, along with limited access. Car parks at the Stables and Alcuin will remain open to staff and students over the weekend, and Campus East parking will not be affected. View the full details of car park closures.
Road closures on and around campus will also be in place on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October. View the full details of road closures.