Yeovil Masterplan Consultation

Feedback updated 3 Jun 2026

We asked

We asked local people to share their views so we can create a town centre that feels safer, greener and works better for the community.

You said

The consultation received 575 responses, with additional input from emails, discussions with the project team at events, and two parking related petitions (4,900 combined signatures).

Residents, visitors and organisations, including businesses and community groups, gave feedback.

Links for more information at the end of this page.

We did

We listened to what you said and made a series of changes to the masterplan.

Some examples of changes include:

  • Removal of North Lane and Court Ash car parks as opportunity sites
  • Strengthened emphasis on brownfield site prioritisation
  • Community amenities and activation are now embedded into key sites
  • The redevelopment of the bus station at Glovers Walk refers to the provision of high quality public facilities to encourage greater use of public transport.
  • We have carefully considered the suggested alternative development sites and have made some changes to the Masterplan to reflect a greater focus on these types of sites.

The latest on Yeovil Town Centre Masterplan can be found here.

Closed 2 Nov 2025

Opened 18 Sep 2025

Contact

Victoria

consultations@somerset.gov.uk

Overview

Somerset Council is developing a new Town Centre Masterplan for Yeovil.

Our Vision is: By 2040, Yeovil will be defined by its fusion of arts 
and high-tech.

  • A forward-thinking town centre rooted in its industrial foundation that confidently embraces cutting-edge technology within aeronautical and other emerging engineering sectors with a thriving artistic and creative community. 
  • A sustainable place that celebrates the outstanding natural environment, green spaces and the country park, seamlessly extending these into the town centre.
  • A social and family-friendly place enlivened by its town centre living, public spaces, café culture and evening economy.
  • An inclusive place that cares about the health, well-being and education of current and future generations.
  • A connected town centre that serves Yeovil and the surrounding villages.

The aim of this masterplan is to:

• Envision the town centre’s role in meeting the needs of the residents. (This means thinking about how the town centre can better serve the people who live there — making it a place that supports everyday life, whether through housing, shops, services, leisure, or community spaces.)


• Facilitate delivery of increased numbers of homes within the town centre on a range of sites. (Make it easier to build more homes in the town centre, using different types of land or locations — not just one big development, but a mix of sites.)


• Create opportunities for activating the town centre. (Find ways to bring life and energy to the town centre — like events, markets, pop-up shops, or cultural activities that attract people and make the area feel vibrant.)


• Define development opportunities that are viable and deliverable (Identify building or improvement projects that are realistic — meaning they can actually be built, funded, and completed successfully.)

We are seeking your comments, suggestions and views on the Yeovil Draft 
Masterplan in order to finalise and adopt the masterplan later this year. 

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You can also access a printable/paper copy at Yeovil Libary should you wish.