Shed near power pole - how close?

[Chad speed]

I intend to erect a shed in my garden and wondered how close to the private wooden power pole that feeds our property it can be sited. For clarity the overhead cables come to the pole and then down to the ground so the shed would not be under the overhead lines. Any help appreciated as no luck searching the web or from the local planning dept and booklet GS6 also seems unhelpful.
Thanks in advance

[Chad speed]

Muncher said:

I don't see why it can't be right up against it.

Muncher I'd like to think you were right but I've read 1m, 3m & 9m so really need some written regulation or guidance, I don't intend on moving it once built.
Chad

[Chad speed]

The line serves just our property, we have recently moved there and there is nothing in the deeds relating to the wooden power pole

[Chad speed]

For clarity, my pole is an electrical supply pole not BT phone pole.

[Chad speed]

normalbloke said:

Find where the cable runs once it enters the ground, and don't put it on that in case there is a fault at a later date. If the cables leading to the pole are insulated( which I am certain they are), then leave enough room to be reasonable to enable acces up the pole for a couple of burly blokes and a ladder. I'm also assuming there isn't a pole mounted transformer on it?

That sounds sensible but is this based on any legislation or guideline, I'am sure there must be something somewhere and knowing that ignorance is no defence I'd like something to refer to if questioned.

[Chad speed]

eliot said:

Phone the power company up.

Unfortunately the power supply company don't own the pole or line (electricity through British Gas) and not interested

[Chad speed]

Thanks for your help guys, have confirmed that UK Power Networks own the pole. E-mail sent asking for clarification on how close I can site a shed and according to their website they will respond within 5 working days.
Will post their response when received.
Cheers
Chad