The Examiner’s Report was received on 1st October 2026. You can view the Examiner’s Report by clicking here. The Examiner recommends that, subject to modifications, the Lambourn Neighbourhood Plan can proceed to referendum. The Examiner’s recommendations are not binding. It is the responsibility of West Berkshire Council (WBC) to decide Read more
12th August 2026 As indicated previously, the Examiner is conducting his Examination of the Lambourn Neighbourhood Development Plan through written representations. The Examiner asked Lambourn Parish Council and West Berkshire Council a number of questions, seeking clarification and further information. Both Councils have now submitted their responses to the Examiner. Read more
27th July 2026 The independent examination of the Lambourn Neighbourhood Development Plan has reached its next stage, with the appointed Examiner issuing a series of detailed questions to both Lambourn Parish Council and West Berkshire Council. The questions seek clarification on a range of matters, including environmental policies, climate change, Read more
27th July 2026 The Plan has now entered the independent examination stage. The appointed examiner has confirmed that all the required documents have been received, including the Plan, supporting evidence, environmental assessments and consultation responses. As part of the examination, the examiner will carry out an independent site visit to Read more
After eight years of preparation, Lambourn Parish Council has submitted the Lambourn Neighbourhood Development Plan to West Berkshire Council (WBC). It has been a long and varied journey! The Plan contains 19 Policies which aim to shape the development of the civil Parish of Lambourn for the next 15 years. Read more
The Pre-Submission Version of the Lambourn NDP is now ready for consultation and comment, prior to submission to West Berkshire Council. Please click here for further details and to view the Plan. This is your opportunity to ask questions about the plan. We look forward to meeting Parishioners at drop-in Read more
The Lambourn Neighbourhood Development Plan steering group are sending out a request for help. Special hedges and trees: We would like to hear from Parishioners about any trees/hedgerows in the Parish of Lambourn which you consider to be of particular note, or contribute to the street scene. Clear identification (photos, Read more
We are currently at the Preparation of the Draft Plan stage, it is being written, but cannot be completed until various formal assessments have been carried out, which could take several months. Once completed, there will be a public consultation on the Pre-Submission document, which takes at least 6 weeks. Read more
Throughout the development of the Lambourn Neighbourhood Plan the community has demonstrated a keen interest and real enthusiasm to identify what is required to meet future needs, to highlight what should be preserved and address the challenges faced by the community. These aspirations have been identified though LNDP consultation sessions Read more
Whilst Community Assets are usually thought of as buildings or pieces of land, they can be almost anything, including key people. The important criterion is that they improve the quality of community life, furthering the wellbeing or interests of the local community. As part of the LNDP, the Steering Group Read more