Hinkley Point C in the local community
We know that a project of the scale of Hinkley Point C can have huge effects on the local community, and we take our responsibility for minimising local disturbance and creating maximum local benefit very seriously.
Hinkley Point C takes another step forward as its second nuclear reactor arrives in Somerset
Profound Impacts
Meet the team: The Hinkley Point C Neighbourhood Police team
Plugged in community magazine
Find out about the latest progress being made on site and what's happening in the local community in the Latest edition of Plugged in.
Get involved in our Hinkley forums
Our Transport, Community and Main Site Forums meet regularly, helping us to keep in touch with our closest neighbours and offer regular updates on progress.
The Community Forum
The Community Forum meets three times a year and has the widest representation from the local area and discusses project progress and the initiatives to minimise impact and maximise opportunity. This forum also includes Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and the Office for Nuclear Regulation.
Upcoming meetings
- 14th May 2026
- 17th September 2026
The Main Site Forum
The Main Site Forum is designed to support those living closest to the construction site. Meeting three times a year, members discuss and advise us on key issues affecting them whilst looking at the local opportunities afforded by the project.
Upcoming meetings
- 12th February 2026
- 4th June 2026
The Transport Forum
The Transport Forum is the most specialised of the forums and meets to discuss the transport and logistical operations at Hinkley Point C and its interaction with the local community. The Transport Forum meets three times a year and includes representation from Somerset Council.
Upcoming meetings
- 12th March 2026
- 25th June 2026
Building local opportunity
Hinkley Point C is helping thousands of people get new skills and higher-paid jobs, across Somerset and beyond. The project is boosting the local economy and helping it beat the national trend of low growth, poor productivity and limited social mobility.
Around One third of those currently being trained at Hinkley Point C’s new “Centres of Excellence” for welding, electrical and mechanical work come from officially deprived areas and are part of a £24 million investment into education and skills. The area is seeing a growth in the number of small and medium-sized companies that is ten times higher than anywhere else in the Southwest. £5.3 billion has now been spent directly with businesses across the region. Hinkley Point C is a catalyst for much longer-term growth and will leave a legacy of a more skilled and productive workforce, that gives Somerset’s economy a competitive edge for Suppliers and local businesses
Hinkley Point C Community Fund
As part of the development of Hinkley Point C, we have committed £20 million of community funding to improve the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of communities that are affected by the construction of our new nuclear power station. Over half of the fund has already been spent in supporting a number of exciting projects and good causes.
The projects that have received funding so far have been diverse. They range from two £250,000 grants to support both the construction of Wembdon’s new village hall and Williton’s new memorial ground and pavilion, to the funding of a new community gym, young people’s outreach workers, employment hubs and much more.
Being a good neighbour
We take our responsibility for minimising local disturbance very seriously and have been working with community representatives to put long-term plans in place to ensure it.
Find out more about what we're doing to support these five key areas:
Fish protection measures at Hinkley Point C
Hinkley Point C will be the first power station on the Severn with protections for fish built into its design with specially designed low velocity cooling water intake heads and a fish return system.
Community services
Community bus
Hinkley Point C is currently operating a community bus which runs from Bridgwater to Minehead, Monday to Friday.
Download the Timetable :
Hire sports facilities at our campuses
The outdoor sports pitches at our accommodation campuses are available to the public for hire. The facilities are suitable for a range of activities, including five-a-side football, basketball and tennis. Charges apply to members of the public wishing to hire these facilities. This charge contributes to the cost of general maintenance and use of exterior flood lights.
| Campus | Facility | Prices |
|---|---|---|
| Hinkley Campus | Multi-Use Games Area | £20 per hour |
| Sedgemoor Campus | Full size 3G pitch | £40 per hour or £60 for two hours |
| Sedgemoor Campus | Five-a-side 3G pitches | £20 per hour |
Community Dashboard
Frequently asked questions
How are you managing fly parking ?
We are aware that a very small number of the Hinkley Point C workforce sometimes park inappropriately in residential areas instead of using the dedicated parking facilities provided. We understand the frustration this can create and have been working to keep instances of fly parking to an absolute minimum. The behaviour is against our code of conduct and we are doing everything possible to manage the challenge when it does occur in the local area.
As well as fly-parking being listed within the code of conduct we also have a seperate and specific fly parking policy to ensure that all parking and rules are adhered to without exception. The policies are designed to prevent disruption to the community and it applies to everyone working at Hinkley Point C.
To enforce therules, we hoperate a dedicated fly-parking prevention team who are responsible for monitoring the local area and taking action when needed. The team operate in the local area at times that match the project shift patterns - you may even see them starting as early as 4am.
We always encourage the community to let us know when fly-parking is occuring so that we can get the fly-parking team to the right locations at the right time. Please report any instances of suspected fly-parking via this online form
Is your workforce increasing ?
Yes - Hinkley Point C’s workforce has increased steadily since the project started work on site in 2011.
When we look to the future, we do so with a better view of the number of jobs that will be created by the project. There is also a more detailed view of the phasing of different elements of the construction programme. Latest estimates based on this information show that the number of people working on the project is likely to increase to a peak of over 12,000 people in late 2025.
Experience gained in the first years of construction gives the project confidence that these numbers can be well managed. Investment in skills and training means that many local people will benefit from these extra job opportunities available in the next few years. At present, the project is providing jobs for over 3,500 local people.
How do I get a job ?
We’re not just building a new nuclear power station. We’re developing careers, upskilling generations and creating thousands of employment and apprenticeship opportunities across a variety of skills areas.
We have roles available in a huge variety of different career routes. The Hinkley Point C Jobs Service team are ready to support you in finding your perfect job on the project.
Can I visit Hinkley Point C ?
Yes - we offer coach tours around the Hinkley Point C construction site for residents based in Somerset.
Why are you using the Brean Sands campus ?
As the workforce at Hinkley Point C increases, the Brean Sands Holiday Park was the only available site in the local area with the capacity and facilities to accommodate members of the workforce during peak construction. Temporarily using the park also reduces the need for the workforce to rent houses in the local area and reduces impact on the local housing market.
The future of the site had been uncertain and its facilities needed modernisation. Hinkley Point C’s £2 million investment will leave the site in better condition for future holiday use. Its chalet accommodation means workers can bring their families to stay and make use of the beach and local leisure attractions – a great morale booster for people working away from home.
How do you manage deliveries and vehicles headed to Hinkley Point C?
Hinkley Point C has very strict limits on the number of vehicles that can travel on local roads each day – these limits are monitored by Somerset Council.
We also manage deliveries and people travelling to site through a number of freight consolidation facilities and park and ride sites. This keeps the overall number of vehicles travelling to site to an absolute minimum.
The use of marine transport, rather than roads is also very important. 100,000 lorry loads will be taken off local roads by using ships to deliver materials directly to Hinkley Point C. The stone arrives at Bristol Port by rail as part of the strategy to cut congestion and reduce carbon emissions by half compared to transporting freight only by road.
Contact us
The best way to contact us about Hinkley Point C is by emailing us on hinkley-enquiries@edf-energy.com. You can also call us on 0333 009 7070 (24 hour free phone number).
For EDF's 24/7 media enquiry line call 01452 652233.
