Use this page to find out about the Keynsham Memorial Park improvement project – what we have done so far and our future plans for the space.
We are carrying out a project to improve Keynsham Memorial Park and make it a space that everyone can enjoy.
We ran a public consultation in Spring 2022 to gather information about issues currently experienced at the park and to identify priorities for future improvement. We published a feedback report following the consultation.
We also held a series of meetings with key stakeholder groups, as well as a drop-in session held at the park to gather further information from the public.
Based on the feedback received, we replaced the footbridge in 2023, and are making improvements to the larger play park.
We anticipate the play area works will begin in autumn 2026, once a contractor has been appointed and avoiding disruption to summer events in the park.
We will replace the outdated play equipment with modern, accessible and safe play equipment. The design also includes improved surfaces for all users of the play area as well as new planting. This will result in a more inclusive play park suitable for children of all ages and abilities.
The smaller play area at the bottom of the park for younger children will remain as it is now.
The project is funded by Section 106 money and Keynsham Town Council. The expected cost of the park and landscaping improvements will be £250,000.
The final design has been based on the extensive community consultation.
Keynsham Memorial Park river restoration
Keynsham Memorial Park river restoration is a partnership project exploring ways to improve the River Chew for people and wildlife.
We will work with partners and the local community to identify improvements that could be made along the river to improve the park for existing and future generations and celebrate the park’s heritage.
The aims of the project are to:
- restore wildlife and reconnect nature habitats throughout the park, in particular the river corridor, to make it easier for fish to travel along the river
- make the park and surrounding areas more resilient to the changing climate
- make it easier for people to connect with nature in the park, enhancing Keynsham’s central green space for existing and future residents
- celebrate the local heritage of the park and surrounding area, inspiring more people to protect and connect with their local heritage
The other project partners are:
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If you have any questions, please get in touch with project team, by emailing regen_keynsham@bathnes.gov.uk.
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