Key facts
- Council scheme
- West Berkshire ran a cross-footway trial with Kerbo Charge, with three trial installations, after residents who wanted cheaper home electricity were trailing cables across the footway, which isn't permitted on its network.
- Cross-pavement policy
- Trailing cables across the footway are not permitted. Channels have been trialled.
Checked against official sources: 16 October 2026
Charging an EV in West Berkshire without a driveway
West Berkshire doesn't allow cables trailed across the pavement. After residents asked for a safe way to use cheaper home electricity, the council trialled cross-footway channels with Kerbo Charge.
Check West Berkshire Council's website for whether channels are available in your area.
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Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026