Open Activities

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  • Green Lanes Consultation

    Somerset Council is seeking views on proposed changes to Green Lanes in selected locations across the county. These proposals involve limiting through routes for motor vehicles in specific areas with the aim to improve access for people walking, cycling, and horse riding. We invite you to share your feedback to help inform future decisions. Why are we consulting? Somerset Council is exploring options for managing specific routes to balance the needs... More
    Closes 17 March 2026

  • Consultation on Proposed Changes to the Education Structures in Frome

    This is an informal (pre‑publication) consultation asking the Frome community whether there is support for a significant change to local education structures, specifically a move from the current three‑tier system to a two‑tier education system. At this stage, no final decisions have been made. The consultation is intended to test community appetite before any detailed proposals are developed. Should detailed proposals be brought forward in the Summer for formal... More
    Closes 20 March 2026

  • Somerset Adult Social Care Strategy (2026-2029)

    Our draft vision We aspire to create resilient and connected communities where people can lead healthy, independent lives, free from harm and abuse. Everyone will have timely, seamless access to high-quality, integrated care and support, empowering them to thrive and live well. About this consultation Somerset Council is updating the Somerset Adult Social Care Strategy, which will set out our key priorities for the next three years (2026–2029).... More
    Closes 27 March 2026

  • Exmoor Housing Survey

    Somerset Council, in partnership with Exmoor National Park Authority and North Devon Council, is conducting a survey to understand local housing needs across Exmoor. Your input will help shape future housing provision in the area. Why Your Feedback Matters: Housing need can arise for various reasons, including: Lack of affordable accommodation locally Current home no longer meets household needs Property in disrepair Financial pressures requiring... More
    Closes 31 March 2026

  • Pledge to recycle your food waste

    This is an online pledge to recycle your food waste and a short survey about how habits at home may help reduce food waste. This is part of a wider campaign. Find out more about our Food Waste Recycling Campaign here . More
    Closes 31 March 2026

  • Ansford and Castle Cary Parish Consultation part 2

    Somerset Council is carrying out a Community Governance Review of the parish boundary between Ansford and Castle Cary. This is Part 2 of the consultation process and follows on from the earlier consultation, where residents and interested organisations were invited to share their views. The review was originally started after the Council received valid petitions from local electors. During the first stage of consultation, a range of options were considered, including whether... More
    Closes 3 April 2026

  • Proposed Changes to Parish Councillor Numbers – Local Consultation

    Somerset Council is carrying out a Community Governance Review to consider proposed changes to the number of parish councillors in four parishes: Ashwick, Chapel Allerton, Martock and West Monkton. The Review is being undertaken following requests from the parish councils concerned, who have asked the Council to consider whether changes to councillor numbers would support effective local governance and representation. This is a targeted Review and is limited solely to the... More
    Closes 3 April 2026

  • Housing options appraisal consultation

    Currently, Somerset Council’s housing management and repairs services are split, with around 6,000 homes managed directly through an in-house team of staff at Somerset Council and around 4,000 homes managed by Homes in Somerset. Homes in Somerset is an arms-length management organisation (ALMO) which is owned by Somerset Council and works on behalf of the council to provide housing management and repairs services to customers. Independent housing management... More
    Closes 8 April 2026

  • Birchfield Community Primary School - School Streets - Post Launch Consultation

    Somerset Council is working in collaboration with Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership (SASP) and school communities to explore ways to reduce congestion and improve the safety of children outside the school gates. Elsewhere in the country, School Streets have been proven to achieve this. The School Street at Birchfield Community Primary School launched on Thursday, 9th October 2025, and we are now seeking feedback on the trial scheme. A School Street is a road (or a... More
    Closes 9 April 2026

  • Somerset Health & Wellbeing Survey: Prize Draw

    Please enter your name and email address to enter the prize draw for the chance to win a £50 shopping voucher. Names will be drawn at random and you will be contacted by email if you have won by the end of May 2026. More
    Closes 27 April 2026

  • Somerset Health & Wellbeing Survey: Your Perspective Matters

    Somerset Council’s Public Health team wants to understand the real health and wellbeing priorities of the people who know Somerset best — its residents. This is your opportunity to share what matters most to you about your health, so we can focus our efforts on the things that have the biggest impact. Previous health and wellbeing surveys have directly shaped how we design and deliver services. For example, feedback has helped us target smoking cessation support and... More
    Closes 27 April 2026

  • Ham Hill Visitor Centre customer feedback

    Tell us about your visit to the new Ham Hill Visitor Centre and Lime Kiln Cafe Thank you for visiting – we hope you enjoyed exploring this special place. We’re always looking for ways to make your experience even better, and your feedback helps us understand what you liked and what we can improve. Every idea you share helps shape the future of Ham Hill for all our visitors, and together, we can keep Ham Hill welcoming, accessible, and full of great experiences.... More
    Closes 30 April 2026

  • Somerset Youth Voice Survey

    We’d love to hear your thoughts on shaping the future of sustainable transport in Somerset. Sustainable transport is transport that has low and zero emissions and is energy efficient such as; walking, cycling, wheeling, electric transport, and public transport. We’ve created this short survey, and your answers will help us to raise your voice and share your thoughts on what young people want and need. More
    Closes 31 July 2030

  • Public Health Nursing Recruitment Events

    Would you like to... Take up an exciting career in Children and Young People’s Public Health Nursing? Make a difference to children and families at the earliest opportunity? Support all children to get off to ‘the Best Start in Life’ and achieve their full potential? As a result of significant service development in line with national evidence we are recruiting to a variety of posts to strengthen our delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. We are seeking... More
    Closes 24 September 2030

  • Get Somerset Working

    Get Somerset working is Somerset’s local strategy to reduce economic inactivity and foster a more inclusive and resilient labour market. It is aimed at creating opportunities for all residents to access quality employment, overcome challenges such poor health or caring responsibilities and contribute to a fairer, more prosperous Somerset. We’re looking to connect with organisations that provide training, advice, guidance, or support to businesses around health... More
    Closes 11 December 2030

  • Somerset Tree Planting Register

    Somerset Council published a 10 year Tree Strategy in June 2023 to enhance and protect Somerset trees and woodland across the county. Amongst its ambitious aims, the strategy sets out a plan for planting 240 hectares of new trees and woodlands each year across the county until 2033. From Somerset’s famous apple orchards to Exmoor’s mighty oaks, the aim is to increase the county’s tree coverage from its current 8% to the national average of 13% and more if possible. We... More
    Closes 31 January 2033

  • Somerset Health Visiting Service Family Feedback

    Please take a few moments (about 5 minutes) to let us know about your recent experience of our Health Visiting Service. You do not have to give your name if you wish to remain anonymous, however, we do ask for the first half of your postcode so that we are able to broadly monitor feedback activity across all our service areas, which cover the whole county. Please Note: this site is NOT constantly monitored and you will NOT receive a response. If... More
    Closes 25 April 2034

  • Positive about Breastfeeding Venue review

    If you have recently visited a venue that is registered with or displaying a Positive About Breastfeeding sticker and would like to tell us about your experience, please complete the survey below. More
    Closes 24 July 2034

  • Great Green Directory Application

    The Great Green Directory is a one stop shop where Somerset residents can go to find local, sustainable and environmentally friendly businesses to help make eco and ethical choices when choosing products and services. The directory will be featured on our main Somerset Council website. If you are a local Eco-Business who would like to be listed in our new Great Green Directory, we would love you to be involved. Please fill out the details that follow. Businesses will... More
    Closes 30 November 2035
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