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An overview of the Bicentennial Physical Legacy Works timeline is as follows. Please note the exact dates and further information will continue to be updated on this page.
Works Lookahead
As major demolition is taking, we recommend rearranging in-person meetings to online if necessary to avoid potential noise impact.
Please note that the contractor will be undertaking a Crane Lift on Wednesday 7 May 2025. No changes in access to the Main Quad anticipated and fire escapes will be maintained in the event of a fire. Note that there may be periods of 'exclusion zones' to the Japanese Garden and Wilkins Terrace during the time of the lift. This will be managed by security, but is not anticipated to impact any access routes.
| Date | Works | Location | Noise/Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| w/c 21 April | General Demolitions | Wilkins Building (numerous locations) | Very high level intermittent noise (cutting/high pitch drilling). Noise blankets in place to minimise impact. |
| Structural alterations | Wilkins Building (Cloisters) | Very high level intermittent noise (cutting/high pitch drilling). Noise blankets in place to minimise impact. | |
| Excavations | Quad | Minimal low-level noise (localised). No impact on access. | |
| Screw Piles | Quad | Low to medium impact noise (machinery). No impact on access, but hoardings may be moved temporarily. | |
| M&E Works (Mechanical and electrical services) | Wilkins Building – Lower Ground Floor | Access locally arranged with building users. | |
| General Access Changes | Main Quad | Note that there will be localised changes to the hoarding whilst works need to be undertaken in the Quad. Access will be maintained through this period. | |
| w/c 28 April | General Demolitions | Wilkins Building (numerous locations) | Very high level intermittent noise (cutting/high pitch drilling). Noise blankets in place to minimise impact. |
| Structural alterations | Wilkins Building (Cloisters) | Very high level intermittent noise (cutting/high pitch drilling). Noise blankets in place to minimise impact. | |
| Excavations | Quad | Minimal low-level noise (localised). No impact on access. | |
| M&E Works (Mechanical and electrical services) | Wilkins Building – Lower Ground Floor | Access locally arranged with building users. No noise. The toilets by the Refectory will be closed from Friday 25 April to Monday 26 May due to the M&E works. Please use the toilets in the South Junction as an alternative. | |
| General Access Changes | Main Quad | Note that there will be localised changes to the hoarding whilst works need to be undertaken in the Quad. Access will be maintained through this period. |
Floor Plans
Please refer to the latest floor plans below to better understand which spaces will be accessible or inaccessible in the Wilkins Building and Quad from Wednesday, 5 Feb onwards. If you need any support onsite, please refer to the nearest security point.
If you have additional requirements:
- There remains an accessible route into both sides of the building.
- The security lodge at the front gate will remain open throughout the works, as well as having Campus Experience Team staff located within the vicinity such as at the Student Centre. Please refer to them for support if needed.
Fire Safety
Please refer to the fire evacuation plan below to understand both the accessible and inaccessible escape routes in case of a fire or emergency. You can also download a copy.
Ground Floor
First Floor
- For users within the Slade, Chadwick, South Wing and North-West Wing, your evacuation routes will remain the same, however you no longer have an evacuation point, instead you should disperse from the area. You may then return 30 minutes later for an update to determine whether you will be allowed to re-enter the building.
- For users within the Wilkins Terrace, Jeremy Bentham Room, Garden Room and local offices, please use your nearest available fire exit and vacate the building, following the green emergency exit signs.
- If you have a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) please contact your Department Safety Officer or line manager to review whether your evacuation plan has been affected by the construction work. Should you require additional support, you will be able to liaise with the fire team via fire@ucl.ac.uk.