Keynsham Town Council

02/11/2026

Referrals for the Marmalade Trust Christmas Cheer project are now open, and they’d really appreciate your help spreading the word in our local community.

They support people experiencing loneliness across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset, offering:

Christmas lunch: A meal at one of their venues, giving people the opportunity to socialise with others. Individuals must be able to mobilise independently, manage their own personal care and feel comfortable in a group setting.

Doorstep visit: A volunteer visits someone at home on Christmas Day for a friendly chat and to deliver a gift. This may suit those who find attending a lunch difficult.

Their volunteers cannot provide health or personal care, so please check eligibility before referring.

Find out more and refer:
https://www.marmaladetrust.org/christmas

Is it too early to talk about Christmas? Maybe.
But not at Marmalade Trust. 🎄🧡

Christmas Cheer 2026 is here, and we’re now welcoming volunteers to help us bring joy and companionship to people experiencing loneliness across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire who may otherwise spend Christmas Day alone.

There are different ways to get involved and help make the day feel special, whether that’s supporting one of our Christmas Day venues, driving project members, or making a doorstep visit.

And if someone comes to mind who you think could benefit from Christmas Cheer, you can refer them too.

Find out more about volunteering and referrals here:
https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0ypXJf0

02/11/2026

🎉 Happy Youth Work Week! 🎉
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on TimeOut Youth Centre - Keynsham Town Council and celebrating how our youth workers are making a difference in young people’s lives. 💚
TimeOut offers young people space, support and opportunity, with drop-in sessions on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays featuring cooking, baking, music studio time, pool and table games.
It’s a welcoming space for 11–19-year-olds to hang out, create, learn and connect.
👏Let’s also celebrate the many other youth groups and organisations across Keynsham that support, inspire and empower local young people.
💬 Are you involved with a local youth group or organisation? Share your group’s name and what you do in the comments below so we can share the fantastic youth work happening across our community!

02/11/2026

🎶✨ Two stages, double the festive fun! 🎄
Once again the Keynsham Winter Festival brings you entertainment across two stages, one on the High Street and, for the first time, you can enjoy performances on the Bonzo Lounge terrace!
With local choirs filling the air with song, talented dance groups and theatre performing festive favourites, there’s plenty to enjoy throughout the day. ❤️
Come along, show your support for our brilliant local performers and soak up the festive atmosphere!

The Keynsham Winter Festival is on Saturday 28th November,12-6pm, come along and can enjoy festive activities and performances on The High Street, Temple Street, Market Walk, Riverside Square, Bonzo Lounge Terrace, The Library, Keynsham Leisure Centre, The Space, The Methodist Church and The Baptist Church.
The full event information with map is available online. https://issuu.com/deputytownclerk/docs/winter_festival_programme_?fr=xKAE9_zU1NQ
Visit our Facebook event page https://www.facebook.com/events/1277780014386503 or our website https://www.keynsham-tc.gov.uk/Winter_Festival_31540.aspx and keep up to date.

31/10/2026

🎃👻 Happy Halloween to our wonderful community! 👻🎃

We hope you have a fantastic evening filled with spooky fun, delicious treats, and plenty of laughter with family and friends.

If you're heading out to enjoy the local Halloween trails, have an amazing time, look out for one another, and stay safe. Wishing everyone a frightfully fun Halloween! 🕸️🦇🍬

🎃

30/10/2026

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – ROAD CLOSURES

Please be aware that temporary road closures will be in place across Keynsham on Sunday 8th November 2026 to allow the Remembrance Day Parade to take place safely.

Closures will affect sections of High Street, Charlton Road, Bath Hill and Temple Street at various times between approximately 9.00am and 11.30am.

The closures will be introduced in stages as the parade progresses, with roads reopening as soon as it is safe and practicable to do so.

Please plan your journeys accordingly and allow extra time if travelling through the town centre.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we come together to remember.

29/10/2026

📢 TOMORROW IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY! 🏡

The consultation on the B&NES Draft Local Plan closes tomorrow, Friday 30 October!

The plan sets out proposals for future development across Bath & North East Somerset, including housing, jobs and supporting infrastructure.

🗣️ Have you had your say? If you live, work or run a business in Keynsham, now is the time to take a look at the proposals and share your views on the future of our community.

⏰ Don't miss the deadline - the consultation closes tomorrow!

🔗 View the plan and submit your comments here:
https://haveyoursay.bathnes.gov.uk/localplan/

29/10/2026

♻️ Refuse, Recycling & Garden Waste Update from B&NES

Please be aware that some waste collections in Keynsham remain outstanding due to roadworks preventing access and vehicle breakdowns.

B&NES will return to Stockwood Hill tomorrow, Friday 30 October, with all other outstanding collections planned for today, Thursday 29 October, where access allows.

Please see the list below for the affected roads and collection types

28/10/2026

🎄🥁 With marching ‘Nutcracker’ soldiers and a little ‘Sugar Plum Fairy’ magic the countdown begins for when our Keynsham Winter Festival comes to town! 🎁
The full event programme will be available from early November, you will soon find copies in the Library, Keynsham Town Council Office, various shops on the High Street, the Farmer’s Market on Saturday 7th November and on the day of the Winter Festival.
Packed with all the timings, activities, and festive fun so you can make the most of your visit.

Visit our Facebook event page https://www.facebook.com/events/1277780014386503 or our website https://www.keynsham-tc.gov.uk/Winter_Festival_31540.aspx and keep up to date.
The Keynsham Winter Festival is on Saturday 28th November,12-6pm, come along and can enjoy festive activities and performances on The High Street, Temple Street, Market Walk, Riverside Square, Bonzo Lounge Terrace, The Library, Keynsham Leisure Centre, The Space, The Methodist Church and The Baptist Church.

27/10/2026

Know a local group with a good idea? 💡

Our Ageing Well Community Fund offers £250–£1,000 for ideas that could make life better for older people in B&NES.

Small groups and first-time applicants are welcome, and help with applying is available.

Know a group this could help? Tag them or pass this on.

Applications close at 12 noon on Monday 16 November.

Find out more and apply:
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bathandnortheastsomerset/get-involved/ageing_well_community_fund/

Funded by St John’s Foundation. 3SG Older Peoples Voice Bath & NE SomersetSt John's Foundation Est. 1174Age UK