Great Big Green Week 2022 programme announced
The Great Big Green Week returns this September with a host of events for all to enjoy. Part of the nationwide event, the week in Frome will run from the 11th to 18th September and will be celebrating our green spaces and highlighting the action Frome is taking to tackle climate change.
Following on from the success of last year’s Great Big Green Week we will see the return of some of the most popular events including the Frome Heritage Tree Walk, Everyday Botany Walk and Bat Walk. There will also be another chance to experience yoga in Rodden Meadow, refresh your wardrobe with the Big Green Clothes Swap and rack up some laps with the Lions’ Ride Kids Ride event.
Mayor of Frome, Cllr Sara Butler said: “We’re really excited about the return of Great Big Green Week and the variety of events on offer. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate, support and learn from the many people in Frome taking positive action against climate change and protecting our green spaces and biodiversity.”
The week will launch on the 11th with Cycle Sunday which will include Frome’s 5th annual Bike Jumble as well as free Dr Bike safety check-ups, fun cycle skills and a pedal-powered disco. The event will coincide with the Pump Track’s 10th anniversary celebrations where you’ll get a chance to indulge in more bike related activities such as ‘bling your bike’ and marvel at amazing bike stunts from Fusion Extreme.
In addition to the cycle events, children will be well catered for with an eco crafty morning, pop up play sessions, pond dipping and a hedgehog storytime and craft session.
Also in the line-up later in the week, Mojo Moves will be hosting a silent disco in Rodden Meadow, try your hand at bat box building and enjoy a selection of foodie treats including meat free Monday workshops, hyperlocal feasts and a Community Fridge Ready Steady Cook!
For those looking for inspiration and debate, Frome Town Hall will play host to a Planet Friendly Living evening where we’ll hear from environmental educator and author Claire Vowell alongside a showcase of local businesses and organisations offering advice on planet friendly swaps. Mendip Councillor Shane Collins will present “The Climate Emergency: Five Things to Change and Four Ways to Do It” at the Silk Mill and the third Climate Action Group meeting will focus on sustainable travel.
The week will finish in collaboration with the Frome Lit Fest as author and broadcaster Philippa Forrester is joined in conversation with Wyl Menmiur, whose book The Draw of the Sea explores the incredible power that water has in our lives.
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List of Events
Bike Sale and Dr Bike
For the bicycle enthusiasts! Bike sale, Dr Bike (free bike checks) and advice at Frome Saturday Market outside…
Frome Farmers’ Market
Since October 2022, Frome’s farmers’ market has taken place at Boyle Cross – the town’s original market venue,…
Living Churchyards
Christ Church welcomes visitors every afternoon during Frome’s Great Big Green Week. Bring a picnic; smell the roses…
Frome Heritage Tree Walk
Join local author and ancient tree specialist Julian Hight on a walk to see some of Frome’s most…
Group Bike Ride
Join a friendly social bike ride! We'll be following a beautiful 9 mile route looping around Frome, taking…
Family Pond Dip and Allotment Explore
Families will engage with nature, explore local wildlife and learn about seasonal foods. We’ll be pond dipping and…
River Festival
Join the Friends of the River Frome and Frome Families for some river exploration! We’ll take a dip…
Community Market Garden and Off-Grid Water Systems Tour
Join us for a morning tour to learn about our agroecological community market garden, and how we manage…
Living Churchyards
Christ Church welcomes visitors every afternoon during Frome’s Great Big Green Week. Bring a picnic; smell the roses…
Elderflower and Spring Foraging Feast
Embark on an exhilarating wild food adventure, immersing yourself in the enchanting journey of field and forest to…
The Better Nature Morning Challenge
Take the Better Nature Challenge this week and start your mornings with a guided, mindful nature connection session.…
Adult Wellbeing Nature Connection Group Open Day
Shared Earth Learning exists to nurture a love of nature in our community. We do this by trying…
