Wokingham Borough Council are proposing to build 270 houses across two sites at Rooks Nest Farm and No.27 Barkham Ride. Although the sites are located in Barkham, the major impact will be felt in Finchampstead. The development is opposed by the Parish Council, the four WBC councillors representing Finchampstead and a gathering swell of public opinion. Finchampstead Society has submitted a letter of protest to WBC and has urged members to also send protest letters with the aid of guidance notes from the Parish Council on major areas of concern.