Reading Borough Council has put forward a proposal to lease a strip of public open space at Palmer Park, Wokingham Road, to enable the installation of a telecommunications streetworks pole and supporting cabinet. The lease would be granted to Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited to accommodate a structure up to 20 metres in height.
What the council is proposing
The council says the disposal of the land will be carried out under section 123(2A) of the Local Government Act 1972. The area under consideration and related documents have been published on the council’s website within the 'Public Notices and Compulsory Purchase Orders' section for public inspection.
Local people are being asked to consider the plans and, if they wish, to make formal objections. These must be submitted in writing to the Assets Management Section at Reading Borough Council, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, Reading, RG1 2LU, quoting reference 'Palmer Park Telecoms'. An email contact has also been provided: assets.management@reading.gov.uk.
Deadlines and next steps
The council has set a firm deadline for objections: 12pm on Friday 31 July 2026. All representations received will be considered by the council at its next available Policy Committee meeting.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Palmer Park, Wokingham Road, Reading |
| Proposed operator | Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited |
| Structure height | 20 metres |
| Objection deadline | 12pm, 31 July 2026 |
What this means for local residents
Placing telecoms equipment on public parkland often raises competing concerns: improved mobile coverage and digital connectivity on one hand, and impacts on green space, sightlines and local amenity on the other. The council’s public notice starts the statutory process that allows residents and interest groups to set out objections or seek further information before any final decision is made.
- Objections must be in writing and quote the reference 'Palmer Park Telecoms'.
- Contact details for the Assets Management Section are provided for further enquiries.
- All written objections will be considered at the council's Policy Committee meeting.
Those seeking more detail should consult the Public Notice Portal on Reading Borough Council's website where the proposed area and related documents are available to view. Requests for further information can be directed to the assets management email address supplied in the notice.
As the process moves forward, the key dates and council committee consideration will determine whether the parkland is leased and the mast installed. Any resident or community group concerned about the appearance, environmental impact, or precedent set by this lease should take the opportunity to make their views known before the deadline.
