Working to benefit local people
We know that a project of the scale of Hinkley Point C can have huge effects on the local community; there may be disruption to local traffic, construction noise and impacts on the environment. But there are also enormous opportunities; from new jobs to contracts for local businesses and suppliers as well as our education, skills and training initiatives, local people will gain now and in future generations.
We take our responsibility for minimising local disturbance and creating maximum local benefit very seriously. We have been working with community representatives to put long-term plans in place to ensure it. We are committed to transparency around the work being done, which is why up-to-date and accurate information about the work being done and its likely effects is always available online and at our Visitor Centre in Bridgwater.
The 2020 report ‘Hinkley Point C: Realising the socio-economic benefits’ demonstrates the benefits the project is already delivering for the local community, find out more by reading the report here.

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Frequently asked questions
For general questions about the project, please visit the About Hinkley Point C page.
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Being part of the community
Hinkley Point C has already created over 10,000 jobs, with a total of 25,000 job opportunities set to be created throughout the construction period. The project is also providing a boost to the local economy with significant prospects for businesses in the local area. We have also delivered substantial improvements to the local infrastructure, from skills centres to bypasses. Through Hinkley Point C, people of all ages have access to vital education and personal development programmes.
We have also set up a £20 million Community Fund for improvements for communities most affected by the development of Hinkley Point C. Over half of the fund has already been spent in supporting a number of exciting projects and good causes.
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Being a good neighbour
Our Main Site, Community and Transport Forums meet regularly, helping us to keep in touch with our closest neighbours and offer regular updates on progress.
More information, including the notes and supporting documents for the meetings of the Main Site, Community and Transport Forums, is available here.
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Plugged in
Find out about the latest progress being made on site and what's happening in the local community, in the Spring 2021 edition of Plugged in.
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Get involved in our Hinkley forums
Our Main Site, Community and Transport Forums meet regularly, helping us to keep in touch with our closest neighbours and offer regular updates on progress.
2021 forum meeting dates
All meeting start at 6pm, online until further notice.
Forum | Dates |
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Community Forum | 21 January 2021 | 20 May 2021 | 23 September 2021 |
Transport Forum | 18 March 2021 | 22 July 2021 | 25 November 2021 |
Main Site Forum | 4 March 2021 | 24 June 2021 | 21 October 2021 |
Community bus service
Hinkley Point C is currently operating a community bus which runs from Bridgwater to Minehead, Monday to Friday.
In order to provide a Covid-19 safe service, buses used on the service have been modified to allow for social distancing. These measures include the installation of perspex screens and a clear indication of which seats can be used. In line with Government guidance, a face covering must be worn by all passengers.
Timetable
Bridgwater – Minehead
Monday - Friday
Service number | HPC | HPC | HPC |
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Bridgwater Bus Station | 09:30 | - | 13:40 |
Cannington Cemetery | 09:45 | 10:45 | 13:55 |
Combwich, Crossway Farm | 09:49 | 10:49 | 13:59 |
Stogursey, Acland Arms | 09:59 | 10:59 | 14:09 |
Nether Stowey, Pooles Close | 10:14 | 11:14 | 14:24 |
Nether Stowey, Castle Street | 10:16 | 11:16 | 14:26 |
Holford, Plough Inn | 10:23 | 11:23 | 14:33 |
Kilve, The Hood Arms | 10:28 | 11:28 | 14:38 |
Doniford, Letter-box | 10:37 | 11:37 | 14:47 |
Watchet, Liddymore Road Shops | 10:42 | 11:42 | 14:52 |
Watchet, WSR Rail Station | 10:46 | 11:46 | 14:56 |
Blue Anchor, Driftwood Cafe | 10:56 | 11:56 | 15:06 |
Carhampton, Communtiy Hall | 11:04 | 12:04 | 15:14 |
Dunster Steep | 11:07 | 12:07 | 15:17 |
Minehead Parade | 11:13 | 12:13 | 15:23 |
Minehead Lidl | 11:17 | 12:17 | 15:27 |
Minehead – Bridgwater
Monday - Friday
Service number | HPC | HPC | HPC |
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Minehead Lidl | - | 13:45 | 14:35 |
Minehead Parade | 10:10 | 13:55 | 14:45 |
Dunster Steep | 10:16 | 14:01 | 14:51 |
Carhampton, Communtiy Hall | 10:19 | 14:04 | 14:54 |
Blue Anchor, Driftwood Cafe | 10:27 | 14:12 | 15:02 |
Watchet, WSR Rail Station | 10:37 | 14:22 | 15:12 |
Watchet, Liddymore Road shops | 10:41 | 14:26 | 15:16 |
Doniford, Letter-box | 10:46 | 14:31 | 15:21 |
Kilve, The Hood Arms | 10:55 | 14:40 | 15:30 |
Holford, Plough Inn | 11:00 | 14:45 | 15:35 |
Nether Stowey, Pooles Close | 11:08 | 14:53 | 15:43 |
Nether Stowey, Castle Street | 11:10 | 14:55 | 15:45 |
Stogursey, Acland Arms | 11:24 | 15:09 | 15:59 |
Combwich, Crossway Farm | 11:33 | 15:18 | 16:08 |
Cannington Cemetery | 11:37 | 15:22 | 16:12 |
Bridgwater Bus Station | 11:52 | - | 16:27 |
Sports facilities
The outdoor sports pitches at our accommodation campuses are available to the public for hire on a first come, first served basis. The facilities are suitable for a range of sporting 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.
Days | Times | Prices |
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Monday to Sunday | 9am - 9pm | 5-a-side football pitch: £20 per hour 3G 11-a-side football pitch: £40 per hour or £60 for 2 hours |
To book, or for further information, please email Hinkley Leisure at info@hinkleyleisure.com.

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