It appears that problems are arising even before the main redevelopment of Reading University’s – Halls of Residence – Sibly Hall have begun. See my previous post.
Although still at the planning discussion stage, the sites agent’s have closed off access to the general public in what appears to an attempt to claim that there is no right of way over the land. This is despite that the Sibly Hall ‘enclosure’ includes the designated Ancient Woodland of Redhatch Copse which has been used by the public since the 1800’s!
Local residents are incensed, particularly those in Sibley Park Road (which backs on to the proposed development area) who have also been told that they face to loss of long established trees that will shield them from the new development.
Residents have organised a public meeting for 3pm on Sunday 12th September outside the now locked Sibly Hall gates in Redhatch Drive (http://bit.ly/9Pvc73) to voice their concerns. It is understood that local Press, TV & Radio will also be in attendance.
Join in the public meeting and show your support to find out why we are suddenly denied access to land that has been used by locals long before there was a Sibly Hall! Want to Tweet about this? Use the Hash Tag #siblyhall
See you tomorrow.
Some local commentary:
Beasley's Place 