Curo News

Tintagel's coming down!

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:58:06 Z

Demolition of 1970s Keynsham estate officially underway
£16 million investment in new neighbourhood of affordable homes due for completion in 2028

It was a dramatic day of action in Keynsham, as demolition of the Tintagel Close estate got underway.

The long-anticipated work signals the start of a journey that will completely transform this site, replacing the 1970s block with a new neighbourhood of 45 high-quality affordable homes.

Curo confirmed back in 2021 that there were no viable options for Tintagel’s refurbishment. Now, clearly at the end of its life, the dated building is being skilfully dismantled by our partner on the project, E G Carter.

Tintagel Close, with its inward-looking courtyard design, was poorly integrated with the wider community. When it came to planning its replacement, Curo wanted to make sure that the voices of local people were centre stage – engagement with them has been ongoing since the first days of the project in 2022.

Sarah Maylor, Curo’s Director of Development, said,

“We’re a not-for-profit, which means we’re led by our values. That’s why we’re investing £16 million here - we care about this community and want it to be a great place to live.”

Matthew Vye, Residential Director at E G Carter, said,

“This is a significant moment for Keynsham and for everyone involved in the project. We’re proud to be delivering the works on behalf of Curo, helping to replace a building that had reached the end of its lifespan with a development that will provide high-quality, affordable homes for generations to come.”

Curo envisages a new neighbourhood that enhances the local area, and one that’s better connected to adjacent green space, which Tintagel's design was unsympathetic towards. This will be complemented by landscaping across the site and community facilities, including a new play area.

The design of the new 100% affordable scheme responds directly to the needs of the area. It will offer a range of different homes, from one-bed flats to four-bed family houses, each with its own parking space and electric vehicle charging provision.

The homes will also be packed with the latest energy-efficiency technology, including air source heat pumps, solar energy and heat recovery systems. Together they guarantee an EPC ‘A’ rating for all 45 properties – the highest standard achievable.

34 of the homes will be available for subsidised social rent, significantly below the market rate. These will be offered through Bath & North East Somerset Council’s lettings system, HomeChoice. The remaining 11 will be available for shared ownership purchase.

Demolition countdown for Tintagel Close

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:02:56 Z

1970s Keynsham estate to be knocked down in early 2026
A transformed liveable neighbourhood of affordable homes to follow

Keynsham residents found out more about Curo’s plans to regenerate the Tintagel Close estate at a public meeting recently, with demolition of the 1970s development confirmed for early next year.

Attendees at the event on 19 November learned about progress at the site, which was recently fenced off for removal of fixtures, fittings and utilities. They were also updated on plans for the controlled removal of asbestos from across the development in the coming weeks.

Curo, working with development partner EG Carter, secured planning permission for the scheme in March 2025. It will provide 45 modern, energy-efficient affordable homes for social rent and shared ownership.

The development will feature a mix of homes with one to four bedrooms, with several adapted for wheelchair use. Each home will have its own private entrance, designated parking and electric vehicle charging point.

The new scheme promises an attractive, liveable neighbourhood that’s better integrated with the surrounding community. A new access road will open up the area amid landscape improvements and accessible open space.

Sarah Maylor, Curo’s Director of Development, said, “I’d like to thank local residents for their involvement in the design of this exciting new scheme - their input has been crucial.

“Like them, I’m looking forward to seeing this site transformed. The new neighbourhood will enhance the local area and offer its residents a great place to live.”

The majority of homes in the fully affordable development will be available for subsidised social rent, typically 40% below the market rate. These will be offered through Bath & North East Somerset Council’s lettings system, HomeChoice. The remainder will be available for shared ownership purchase.

Planning permission granted for redevelopment of Tintagel Close in Keynsham

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 12:17:00 Z

CGI of the new homes viewed from Queen's Road

We've been granted planning permission to demolish Tintagel Close in Keynsham and replace the existing 1970s-built block with 45 affordable, modern homes.

The re-development will deliver a mix of 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, including several properties adapted for wheelchair users. All of these homes will be available for social rent- about 40% below market rate through the Council’s letting service HomeSearch - or Shared Ownership, helping to meet the high demand for affordable housing in the area.

All the new homes will have dedicated parking and their own electric vehicle charging point. Alongside this, each home will use an energy-efficient heating system, with air source heat pumps for houses and a combined heat pump/electric panel system for flats. Every property will benefit from solar panels which will also help to keep bills down. The plans also include planting a wide range of trees – including fruit trees – and adding more seating throughout, creating more usable green space for local residents.

The redevelopment follows extensive consultation with residents and stakeholders over a period of three years. The latest plans, shaped by feedback and discussions with the Council, include a slightly denser layout with more terraced houses and fewer buildings behind Queens Road Church to improve the open space available to residents.

“This marks the start of an exciting new chapter for the whole neighbourhood,” says Sarah Maylor, Curo’s Director of Development. “We’ve worked closely with local people, the council, and our partners to shape something that really reflects what the community wants and needs.

Our new scheme will be greener, better connected, and built to a much higher standard than the old block.”

Sarah adds, “We looked carefully at all the options, and this approach gives us the best chance to create something truly special. It’s an opportunity to bring high-quality, energy-efficient homes to the area, while also improving the public spaces and creating a greener, more welcoming environment for everyone.”

Tintagel Close to be redeveloped by Curo

Mon, 23 May 2022 11:07:49 Z

Housing association Curo has announced its intention to demolish and redevelop a block of 44 maisonettes at Tintagel Close in Keynsham, following a prolonged period of consultation with residents of the estate.

Curo has been working with residents at Tintagel Close since 2018 to understand the work that would be needed to upgrade the buildings and provide homes that are suitable for the future.

Initially it was believed that homes at Tintagel Close could be refurbished while the residents remained in their homes. However, following more detailed surveys as well as new government legislation on fire and building safety and energy efficiency, Curo decided to re-evaluate the project. It was decided that the demolition and redevelopment of Tintagel Close would be the best long-term solution.

Curo Chief Executive, Victor da Cunha, says: “The decision to proceed with the redevelopment of Tintagel Close was taken after careful consideration of all the options and following extensive consultation with residents who live there. It was always going to be impractical and extremely difficult to achieve the future standards of housing we, as a society, aspire towards – particularly from an environmental point of view – while the residents remained in their homes, and given the construction of the existing building. Our ambition now is to continue to engage with local residents to design homes that are fit for the future - homes that will be high quality in the broadest sense and that will fit in with their surroundings”.

Curo has been supporting residents at Tintagel Close over the past few months to find new homes in the local area and so far, 22 families have moved to a new property they have chosen.

Victor says: “We’ve put in place a complete support package for residents at Tintagel Close, including a dedicated liaison officer, funds to cover their moving costs and a one-off home loss payment. We will continue to work with families at Tintagel Close to help them find a new home they like, as we start to look to the future of the estate.”

Curo is now asking the local community to help shape plans for a future development. To take part, residents are invited to fill in this short survey by Sunday 5 June.

The feedback will help Curo design proposals for the site over the next few months. A second public consultation, in winter this year, will give local residents the opportunity to view and comment on the specifics of the project, including the number and appearance of homes and other details such as parking arrangements. Curo will use this further feedback to refine any proposals with a view to submit a planning application to Bath & North East Somerset Council early next year.

Residents living near the site and the wider community will be kept informed about the next steps at Tintagel Close including through updates via Curo’s website at www.curo-group.co.uk/tintagelclose-redevelopment.

Victor adds: “Our aim is to provide new affordable homes that meet local needs and integrate well within the existing neighbourhood. We’d really like to hear from residents at Tintagel Close and the local community in Keynsham about the future of this estate so we can understand what is important to them and use this knowledge in the design process.”

Curo celebrates local community heroes

Fri, 20 Sep 2019 09:57:07 Z

Two Bath residents, including a six-year old with a passion for keeping his community looking great, have been crowned Curo’s 2019 Community Heroes at the housing association’s annual Residents’ Conference held on 17 and 18 September.

Joint winners of the inaugural Curo Community Hero Award were Bath residents Oliver Brooke and Lily Johnson, with the Tintagel Close residents’ association in Keynsham picking up the Community Award. All were nominated by fellow Curo residents for the positive difference they have made in their neighbourhoods.

Six-year-old community hero Oliver Brooke first became involved during one of Curo’s action days at Rosewell Court where he lives. Oliver loved helping out so much that when the local residents’ association asked for litter pickers to keep the estate tidy, Oliver was among the first to volunteer. He is now a regular litter-picker and is out with his community every week helping to keep his neighbourhood tidy.

The Curo Community Hero Award was shared with Lily Johnson of St John’s Court, a Curo sheltered housing scheme in Bathwick. Lily was nominated for the care she shows for her elderly neighbours, and for the endless energy she brings in helping to organise numerous events, from coffee mornings and quizzes to fundraising activities.

L-R Liz Potter (Chair of Curo) and Sharon Tucker (Chair of Tintagel Residents’ Association)

Residents of Tintagel Close in Keynsham were the winners of the Curo Community Award, receiving a cheque for £500 to spend on further neighbourhood initiatives.

Curo Chief Executive Victor da Cunha said: “We know that many people do amazing work in their community without the recognition they deserve. We wanted to highlight some of the residents who are often unrecognised community champions; people who make their communities better places to live.”

“We also hope that in launching these Curo Community Awards, others will be inspired to get involved, or even perhaps nominate others, in years to come.”

Curo can help residents to get more involved in their community, for example by setting up residents’ associations or organising litter picks. We have grants of up to £500 available for initiatives that benefit Curo residents. Find out more here.

Pictured (top), L-R: Victor da Cunha (CEO of Curo), Oliver Brooke, Liz Potter (Chair or Curo) and Lily Johnson

Drums and BBQ bring Keynsham community together

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 13:55:58 Z

On Friday 28 June residents of Tintagel Close in Keynsham enjoyed a community barbecue and drumming evening. Residents took the lead on organising this event which was designed to bring the community together and involve children and adults.

Curo Support Service Manager Helen Crew helped to organise the event:

"The food was provided by Curo – the barbecue was hot work but everyone seemed to enjoy it. Jackie Ballinger, who is Treasurer of the Residents Association, and I 'womanned' the barbecue - incredibly hot work! - but people kept coming back for more.

"The drumming was very loud but this didn’t wake up the youngest guest who was just seven days old. The drums were all made of recycled products and kept all the children engaged, active and focussed for well over two hours - amazing! Overall, a successful event."

Local councillor Andy Wait popped in and said he was "impressed with how Curo are working with customers to build community links".

Thanks to everyone who came along and helped to organise such a fun event, and to Twinwave who provided the drumming.

Keynsham residents come together for community clear-up

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 15:45:34 Z

People living in Tintagel Close in Keynsham got together to show their appreciation for their neighbourhood by taking part in a community clear-up.

Local residents organised the litter pick with Curo colleagues. Staff from the nearby Co-Operative Food store on Queens Road also helped with the clear-up and provided refreshments and hot cross buns for the litter pickers.

Curo who manage homes on Tintagel Close also recently helped people there to set up a new residents’ association.

Sharon Tucker, chair of the Tintagel Close residents’ association said, “The community clear-up was a great opportunity for people to get together and have some fun, meet their neighbours and help spruce up the courtyard area.”

Colleen Stothard, secretary of the residents’ association, added, “It was nice to see so many people from Tintagel Close of all ages come out and join us, especially the kids who had a great time. We’d like to thank Curo and the Co-Op for helping us out too.”

Colleen added, “Tintagel Close is a great place, I really like living here. The residents’ association is bringing people together. We’ve got lots planned for the summer including a movie night, a barbeque and activities for kids.”

Over twenty bags of rubbish were collected by the litter pickers. Helen Crew, Service Support Manager at Curo, said “It was a really enjoyable day. It was great to see Curo and customers working together to achieve such an excellent result.”