James Corden’s self‑build in Remenham is still awaiting final clearance of its Section 106 obligations from Wokingham Borough Council.
The original planning permission, granted in 2023, allowed him to replace the previous dwelling on a historic estate containing the Druids’ Temple.
The council is reviewing the project to ensure all conditions relating to heritage, woodland management and drainage are fully met before it can be formally signed off.
What the plans are for
The project involved demolishing the previous 1960s dwelling and pool house and constructing a new two‑storey home, a detached covered carport, and extensive landscaping.
Corden has already completed much of the self‑build under the original planning permission.
The planning officer’s report described the design as: “A two‑storey structure … with a strong horizontal emphasis, under a hipped roof.”
The site lies within the Green Belt, Conservation Area, and includes a Grade II‑listed Druids’ Temple and registered historic park and garden.
Why permission was given on a druid site
The estate contains a Druids’ Temple brought to the grounds in the 18th century and listed for its historical importance.
The planning officer noted: “These elements have been assimilated into a design approach… predicated on a contemporary interpretation of the original dwelling… ensuring that the proposed development better relates to the registered park and garden and the listed Druid’s Temple.”
In short, permission was granted because the new dwelling was considered a replacement rather than a significantly larger build, with a design judged to sit sensitively within the heritage landscape.
What is the status of the application?
The council approved the original planning permission in January 2023 and received the follow‑up Section 106 discharge submission in May 2025.
Wokingham Borough Council’s records note that the application is “valid and still under consideration” and that compliance with Section 106 obligations is required before the project can be formally signed off.
The Section 106 agreement covers obligations including woodland and tree protection, heritage safeguards, landscaping, and drainage.
While the exact financial contribution is not publicly disclosed, a Wokingham Borough Council’s Infrastructure Funding Statement shows that in 2023/24 the council received about £20.2 million in S106 contributions, meaning Corden could face a significant bill for his project.
