Buildings and maintenance
Work is ongoing to identify buildings that need to remain fully operational, and buildings that may be placed into standby mode. Standby mode means they will remain compliant and ready to open but will not be accessible on a daily basis. This differs to the March Lockdown where buildings were temporarily closed for staff and student access. This list will be shared once finalised.
Museums and Galleries
The Government has confirmed that museums and galleries must close and therefore the Lapworth Museum, Barber Institute and Elgar Concert Hall (in the Bramall Music Building) will remain closed for visitors. Museums and galleries are expected to reopen from 17 May (subject to Government approval)
Winterbourne Garden opens to visitors for the 2021 season on Friday 8 January. Open seven days a week from 10.30am to 4.00pm (with last entry at 3.30pm), entry is free for UoB staff and students upon presentation of a valid ID card. Botanic Gardens are able to remain open during the current restrictions as they provide valuable access to fresh air and nature, so beneficial to health and wellbeing. The house, shop and tearoom remain closed until further notice.
Sport & Fitness
In line with the Government lockdown rules, the University’s Sports Centre and Tiverton Gym have now re-opened. More information such as membership and booking details can be found on the UB Sport and Fitness website.
Cafes and catering
Outdoor catering have now re-opened, outdoor gatherings (including in private gardens) of either 6 people (the Rule of 6) or 2 households are allowed to meet up.
The latest opening times for outlets are set out below. We will also continue to provide ‘isolation packs’ for any students that need to self-isolate during this period. As always, we will continue to keep these measures under review in light of any changes to government or local guidance.
From Monday 19 April students on campus and in accommodation can enjoy outdoor dining with Spring into Summer @the square, a range of food stalls in University Square.
Outlet
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Opening Times from 6 January 2020
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Main Campus Take away only plus click and collect where available
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Monday – Friday
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Medical School cafe
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9.00am – 5.00pm
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Library cafe
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9.00am – 4.30pm
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Costa Bramall
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8.00am – 4.00pm
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Costa Uni Centre
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8.00am – 4.30pm
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Starbucks Muirhead Tower
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8.00am – 5.00pm
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Starbucks Pavilion
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8.30am – 4.00pm
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Research Park
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8.30am – 4.00pm
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Food Court - (Café go and Go Mex)
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Closed
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The Vale
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Monday – Sunday
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The Melt
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10.30am – 6.30pm
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Infusion
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4.30pm – 9.00pm
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Costcutter
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8.00am – 8.00pm
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