RESIDENTS are being asked to share their opinions on plans to build a new car park to a popular country park.
Wokingham Borough Council is also planning to install all-weather outdoor seating, build a two-way access road with speed calming measures and also improve parking for bikes and minibuses. Picnic tables also feature in the plans.
The proposals relate to California Country Park and the council said that they would be delivered in phases. The new car park would have more spaces and enable easier access to the park itself.
Visitors will also be guided around the park by new signs and information boards that will be designed to fit in with the countryside feel.
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The council said that it hopes the new outdoor seating would encourage an evening cafe culture.
Cllr Parry Batth, deputy executive member for environment, said: “California Country Park means many things to many people; it’s a place for walking, playing or simply enjoying the peace and quiet.
“From the magnificent trees and rhododendrons and the popular paddling pool, to wonderful wetlands and lake, the park is haven for all of us needing a break from busy lives or just a lovely place to meet and have fun.
“With the popular restaurant now well established, the park is thriving day and night. But we believe it can be better and so are planning a series of improvements to open up the park for more visitors and to make even better use of this delightful space.
“These proposed changes will build on the success of California Country Park while maintaining its special character as a place for all ages to enjoy together.”
To see the plans, visit http://news.wokingham.gov.uk/news/changes-set-to-come-to-california-country-park or by visiting the country park. Comments can be made by emailing: countryside@wokingham.gov.uk.
The borough council said that it will be submitting a planning application later in the year. If agreed, the changes would be delivered in phases once funding been secured.
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