News & Events

Choosing the colours for the Georgian Villas

During the last week of June work started on the painting of the Georgian Villas.

The colours chosen are classic earthy tones such as chocolate brown and a soft taupe for Villa 1 and a creamy off-white for Villa 2.

Preserving the chimneys of Old College

Chimneys are integral to the skyline of Old College and their restoration is key to preserving its architectural integrity.

Across North and South Seddon, and the Ferguson block built in the 1890s, there are 17 chimney stacks, many with as many as 12 flues from open fireplaces and boilers deep inside the grade 1 listed building.

Apprentices learn their craft in the Old College

The home of Wales’ first University College is providing a rich learning environment for a new generation of construction professionals.

Old College’s new atrium takes shape

Work on the new Old College atrium that will lead into a dramatic new glass fronted 200-seater function room with stunning views over Cardigan Bay has reached a key milestone.

Recognition for Old College construction company

The principal contractor on the Old College project has been recognised at a major UK construction industry awards ceremony.

Final slate placed on South Seddon turrets

Renovation of the distinctive turrets on the southern end of Old College is nearing completion as work on the ambitious project to breathe new life into the grade 1 listed building takes a significant step forward.

Old College to recognise former student as ambitious project receives major funding boost

An Aberystwyth graduate who began his academic career in the Old College and whose work was recognised by NASA, is set to have a state-of-the-art cinema named after him in the building.

A new roof for the Old College Quad

The Quad, the beating heart of Aberystwyth University’s Old College, is set to have a new glass roof as work on the grade 1 listed building redevelopment gathers momentum.

Bequest boost for physics research at Aberystwyth University

An Aberystwyth graduate whose work was recognised by NASA has bequeathed over £720,000 to his former university to support research and the Old College project.

Prestigious design award for Old College project

The designs that are transforming the home of Wales’s first University College into a major cultural and creative centre have been recognised at major awards ceremony in London.

Public invited to share thoughts on the branding of Old College project

As construction work gathers pace on site, award winning creative studio Elfen has been commissioned to look at the values the project represents and develop ideas for a brand identity for the Old College project.

The Cambrian News and Meirionethshire Standard report on the fire

During the night of 8/9 July 1885 the Old College was ravaged by fire, leaving only the Principal’s residence, Castle House, and the south wing unscathed.

Traces of the great fire of 1885 revealed by Old College work

Remnants of the great fire that destroyed much of Aberystwyth University’s Old College have been uncovered as work to restore the Grade 1 listed building gathers pace.

New atrium key to unlocking vast potential of Old College

A new entrance and atrium at the rear of the Old College will unlock the vast potential of the historic grade 1 listed building according to Lyn Hopkins from project architects Lawray.

Old College project to honour Enigma code-breaker

A seminar room in Aberystwyth University’s Old College will be dedicated to the memory of a former student who contributed to breaking the Enigma code during the Second World War.

The Old College mosaic

Described as a “blot” and “unfortunate” by detractors in the latter part of the 1800s, the mosaic on the southern-most wing of Aberystwyth University’s Old College has become a defining feature of the iconic Gothic Victorian building.

Redevelopment of St Michael’s Church car park gets underway

Work will commence this week to redevelop the car park at St Michael’s Church in Aberystwyth as part of ambitious plans to breathe new life into Old College.

Restoration work begins on the Old College

The restoration stage of the Old College project is set to get underway as work begins on the building’s stonework, windows and storm-damaged roof.