Overview
- The geophysical survey conducted after Clarkson sought to formalise overflow parking identified archaeological remains beneath the leased field.
- Reporting describes a temporary reinforced metal surface of about 100,000 square feet, installed to keep the overflow area operational while safeguards are considered.
- Historic England highlights nearby Asthall Barrow as a rare scheduled monument and says works within its boundary would require Secretary of State consent.
- Asthall Parish Council recommended a protective membrane with reinforced grass and an interpretation board, and raised road safety and visual impact concerns.
- West Oxfordshire District Council has yet to decide the retrospective planning application, so the future of the overflow parking remains uncertain.