Garscube Campus: Replacement Veterinary Facilities

The University is planning to invest over £20 million in new facilities for our world-renowned School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine over the next three years. This project will support the School’s growth, strengthen links with key industry bodies and maintain its current UK-leading position, attracting the best national and international students and colleagues.  

The project aims to redevelop the site of the existing Equine Riding Arena and Isolation Unit. Key proposals include: 

  • A new Isolation Unit for horses and other large farm animals 
  • A new Equine Riding Arena 
  • A new Equine Service Yard 
  • Demolition of the existing Riding Arena & Isolation Unit 
  • A new Veterinary Pathology facility 

These improvements will modernise and update the existing facilities, reduce carbon emissions through improved fabric and services designs, and better segregate the existing traffic flows within the site. We believe this will enhance the campus without increasing the number of building users or vehicular traffic. 

Public Consultation

Before the Planning Application is submitted in Spring 2025, we would love to hear your thoughts. We will be hosting an informal open event at Garscube, open to all University colleagues, students and local residents, where you will be able to find out more about the plans. 

  • Where: Mary Stewart Building (Café Area) 
  • When: Monday 10th March - Friday 14th March 2025 
  • Times: Open daily from 9am to 6pm 

Additionally, we will be holding drop-in sessions on Monday 10th and Thursday 13th March from 3pm-6pm, where the Project Team members will be available to discuss the proposals, gather your feedback and answer any questions you may have about the development.