Policy information sourced from the Central and Eastern Berkshire Joint Minerals & Waste Plan

M4 Locations for Sand and Gravel Extraction

A steady and adequate supply of locally extracted sand and gravel will be provided by:

  • The extraction of remaining reserves at the following permitted sites:
    • Horton Brook Quarry, Horton
    • Riding Court Farm, Datchet
    • Sheephouse Farm, Maidenhead
    • Poyle Quarry, Horton
    • Water Oakley, Holyport
  • Extensions to the following existing sites, provided the proposals address the relevant development considerations outlined in Appendix A:
    • Horton Brook & Poyle Quarry, Horton (MA1) – 0.15 Mt
    • Poyle Quarry, Horton (MA 2) – 0.25 Mt
  • Proposals for new sites not outlined in Policy M4 (1 and 2) will be supported, in appropriate locations which comply with all relevant policies in the Plan, where:
    • They are situated within the Area of Search (as shown on the Policies Map); and
    • They are needed to maintain the landbank; and/or
    • Maximise opportunities of existing infrastructure and available resources; or
    • At least one of the following applies:
      • The site contains soft sand;
      • The resources would otherwise be sterilised; or
      • The proposal is for a specific local requirement.

For more information please see the Central and Eastern Berkshire Joint Minerals & Waste Plan