Use this page to learn about the Keynsham Area Forum.
Area Forum meetings are part of the Connecting Communities programme. They bring together residents, ward and parish councillors, community organisations and public services to discuss local issues and help address concerns.
By working together, we can build a shared understanding and respond to the issues that matter most to local people.
Take part in Area Forums
Meetings are open to everyone and take place either in person or online. The forum usually meets 4 times a year.
July 2026 activities
In July, we have organised a series of activities for Area Forum members about community-related projects across Bath and North East Somerset. These informal sessions also give people an opportunity to network and socialise.
Anyone can attend any of the sessions. Please tell us if you plan to attend so we have an idea of numbers. Places are limited for some activities.
Register for the July activities
You can also RSVP with your choices by emailing connecting_communities@bathnes.gov.uk.
Future meeting dates
- 24 September 2026, 6:30pm: The topic will be the Local Plan. Venue to be confirmed.
- 23 November 2026
Recent meetings
9 February 2026: The main theme was children and young people. The forum heard from SENDIAS BathNES, Keynsham Mencap and Butterflies Haven about support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities. There was also an introduction to new government programmes: Best Start in Life and Family First. This was an online meeting. Watch the February meeting on YouTube
17 November 2025 (AGM): This was an online meeting and the forum’s AGM. Topics included: The Movement Strategy consultation; transformation of Community Health Services (HCRG); B&NES Enhanced Medical Services GP Federation; the Community Wellbeing Hub. Watch the November meeting on YouTube
8 October 2025: The forum visited the Wessex Water Treatment Works in Saltford.
23 June 2025: The forum met at the Community Space in Keynsham. There were updates from Avon Fire and Rescue and Bath & North East Somerset Council on the Energy in the Community project. This was followed by a Local Plan presentation and a World Café session on development, transport and sustainability.
Key contacts
Chair: Councillor Alan Hale, Bereavement Support Keynsham
Vice Chair: Adrian Inker, Community@67
Lead officers: Sara Dixon and Mark Hayward
For further information, contact the corporate engagement team.
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Use the map to view Area Forum boundaries.
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