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SUMMARY:Jon Gower & Stephen Moss in Conversation | Bird Talk
DESCRIPTION:An unmissable conversation between two great bird enthusiasts. \nJon Gower has loved birds since one of his collier grandfather’s canaries hatched in the palm of his hand. In Birdland\, he travels Britain from Portland Bill to the Hebrides in search of kittiwakes\, bustards and turtle doves as well as a remarkable cast of characters – poets\, soldiers\, ‘The Goose Whisperer’ – who observe\, conserve and marvel at them. \nStephen Moss is a naturalist\, broadcaster and author of many books including the acclaimed series of bird biographies which will hatch a new addition The Puffin this October. He has written an introduction to the classic books written in the 1950s by a remarkable musician and bird-woman Len Howard\, now republished in a single volume as Bird Life. He is President of the Somerset Wildlife Trust. \nBoth authors\, in Jon’s words\, ‘want to tell people about birds in the hope that it kindles the light of care.’ \nThe event takes place in our venue for the weekend\, RISE. So come on along\, grab a drink from the Rye Bakery and step into the first ​evening of our festival. \nPlease note: there is no parking at the venue itself\, but there is plenty of long-stay public parking within close walking distance to the venue at Cattle Market Car Park or Merchants Barton Car Park. We are pleased to say the venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users. \nThis event is part of the Consider the Wondrous | nature\, wonder\, books & us festival.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/jon-gower-stephen-moss-in-conversation-bird-talk/
LOCATION:Rise Frome\, Whittox Lane\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 3BY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Literature,Nature,Talk
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SUMMARY:Dara McAnulty talks to Michael Malay | Wild Child (Family Event)
DESCRIPTION:A family event\, great for budding young nature enthusiasts aged 7+. \n“Do you yearn to climb oak trees\, to get a bird’s eye view of the world\, to feel the wind of leaves? Can I show you the magic of nature? Let me take you on a journey. A wild wandering. A fascinating world awaits.”\nDara McAnulty \nDara is passionate about inspiring children with the excitement that he feels for the natural world. His series of Wild Child books combine amazing facts with a sense of the poetry of the wild\, beautifully illustrated by Barry Falls. He never talks down to children but feeds their natural curiosity with wonders like bioluminescence and bird migration\, and gives practical advice on making moth traps\, terraria and bird feeders. \nDid you know that baby swifts do press-ups? That a fox can hear a beetle move thirty metres away? There’s so much to discover all around us! \nThe event will be chaired by Michael Malay\, author of the Wainwright Prize-winning book Late Light. \nThe event takes place in our venue for the weekend\, RISE. So come on along early\, enjoy coffee or even breakfast onsite at the wonderful Rye Bakery and launch into the second full day of our festival. \nPlease note: there is no parking at the venue itself\, but there is plenty of long-stay public parking within close walking distance to the venue at Cattle Market Car Park or Merchants Barton Car Park. We are pleased to say the venue is fully accessible for wheelchair users. Children under 13 years must be accompanied by a paying adult. \nThis event is part of the Consider the Wondrous | nature\, wonder\, books & us festival.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/dara-mcanulty-talks-to-michael-malay-wild-child-family-event/
LOCATION:Rise Frome\, Whittox Lane\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 3BY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals,Children,Environment,Family,Literature,Nature,Talk
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SUMMARY:Twilight Beaver Watch
DESCRIPTION:This is a rare opportunity to join a small group for a twilight beaver watch and experience the magic of seeing these remarkable animals living wild. You’ll enjoy a peaceful and immersive evening watching wildlife emerge as day turns to night. \nOur thriving beaver family has really made themselves at home on site at Heal Somerset\, establishing an impressive lodge and building a network of dams. They have been busy transforming the landscape in extraordinary ways and they are creating thriving wetlands that support a wealth of wildlife\, improve water quality and increase biodiversity. \nFull disclosure: beavers are often seen from the viewing area\, so there’s a good chance that you’ll see at least one\, but we can’t guarantee it. But even if you don’t\, you will learn lots about them as well as witness their hard work whilst spending valuable time in nature. \nEach beaver watch will be carefully led by experienced wildlife guide Nick Patel. His respectful approach will minimise disturbance as the beavers’ wellbeing is always the priority. We ask that all attendees follow this approach. \nAbout your workshop leader\, Nick Patel: \nNick is a tour guide\, conservationist\, naturalist and birder and is passionate about helping to protect\, create and maintain British wildlife. A lifelong Birdwatcher\, and former Nature reserve Warden\, Nick has devoted his life to shouting about how amazing our native biodiversity is and just why we should care for it. \nNick says “Having led tours here at Heal Somerset for two years now\, I’ve witnessed first-hand the speed at which nature has already made a comeback. I’m super passionate about showing everyone who visits the site the wealth of wildlife bouncing back\, including some really beautiful species and fabulous rewilding habitats.”
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/twilight-beaver-watch/
LOCATION:Heal Somerset\, Lower West Barn Farm\, Bindon Lane\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 5HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Nature,Sustainability,Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Wild Guardians at 42 Acres
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed\, monthly volunteer gathering to support nature restoration. Rooted in a spirit of community and curiosity. Join us to learn new skills\, spend time in nature\, and connect with like-minded folk. \nCome and spend a few hours in nature doing something that matters. No experience is necessary\, just a willingness to get stuck in and try something new. \n42 Acres has been a rewilding nature reserve for over a decade and is species-rich. Join us to connect with the natural world through hands-on activities from wildlife surveying\, to tending habitats\, and slowing down with nature photography. \nSessions run on the last Sunday of the month 10am-2pm (except in May when we are meeting at 8pm for bats and beavers!). There will be time to connect\, wander\, and simply be outside. If you’re up for it\, you’re welcome to join in for a wild swim too. At 1pm we’ll stop and share a simple lunch together\, provided by 42 Acres. \n____ \nSun 31 May: Bats and Beavers: \nPart of the Great Somerset Wildlife Count\, with guest expert Keith Ball (Somerset Bat Group). Please note: this is an evening session\, running 8–10pm\, as we head out for some gentle nocturnal exploration. \nSun 28 June: Hazel Dormice & Reading Nature: \nJoin us to create footprint tunnels for hazel dormice to discover whether this protected species (that have been spotted on neighbouring land!) exist at 42. We’ll also take a relaxed walk around the 11-acre lake\, recording observations and contributing to global biodiversity databases. We’ll look for signs of beaver activity\, tracks\, and birdlife\, and finish at the white stork enclosure\, part of our species reintroduction work. Guided by Lynne Sewell (Sustainable Witham)\, Robyn Caple (@nestandnettleecology)\, and Lisa Hawes (42 Acres). \nSun 26 July: Butterflies\, Dragonflies + Pond Dipping: \nPart of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme\, one of the longest-running insect surveys in the world. With guest expert Fred Giles\, we’ll explore the world of butterflies\, dragonflies\, and other insects\, with a chance to get closer through pond dipping and observation. \nSun 30 Aug: Reptiles and Botanics: \nJoin us to check reptile refuges across the site\, helping us understand which species are present (and which are likely absent). Or take a creative route\, help us start making a handmade herbarium for the site while learning how to “key out”\, a step by step process used to identify unknown plant species. \nSun 27 Sep: Trees\nDiscover the stories of Britain’s ancient and veteran trees\, and learn how to identify and photograph them in their late-summer form. \nSun 25 Oct: Harvest Mice and Native Fungi:\nHelp us ascertain whether harvest mice are present on the land at 42\, we’ll search together for their tiny nests. We’ll also explore the world of fungi\, discovering what’s emerging across the site at this time of year. \nPlease Note: \n– Gloves and wellies/boots are necessary.\n– If you have issues with mobility please let us know before signing up\, we will do our best to accommodate.\n– Please book only if you’re committed to attending and staying for the entire session.\n– If you become unable to attend\, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone else.\n– If rain stops play\, we have a Plan B and will aim to move inside to create bee bricks and/or a herbarium together.\n– Please speak with your licensed medical health professional if you have any health conditions or are pregnant.\n– As much as we love our four-legged friends\, we can not allow dogs on this experience. \nLocation & Arrival: \nPlease arrive 10 minutes before we begin. Meeting at The Hermitage car park. Full directions are on our website: www.42acres.com/getting-here \nTerms & Conditions: \nhttps://www.42acres.com/terms-and-conditions-workshops-and-experienc
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/wild-guardians-at-42-acres/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:42 Acres\, Witham Friary\, Frome\, BA11 5HL
CATEGORIES:Animals,Community,Discover Frome,Environment,Health and wellbeing,Nature,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Wild Guardians at 42 Acres
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed\, monthly volunteer gathering to support nature restoration. Rooted in a spirit of community and curiosity. Join us to learn new skills\, spend time in nature\, and connect with like-minded folk. \nCome and spend a few hours in nature doing something that matters. No experience is necessary\, just a willingness to get stuck in and try something new. \n42 Acres has been a rewilding nature reserve for over a decade and is species-rich. Join us to connect with the natural world through hands-on activities from wildlife surveying\, to tending habitats\, and slowing down with nature photography. \nSessions run on the last Sunday of the month 10am-2pm (except in May when we are meeting at 8pm for bats and beavers!). There will be time to connect\, wander\, and simply be outside. If you’re up for it\, you’re welcome to join in for a wild swim too. At 1pm we’ll stop and share a simple lunch together\, provided by 42 Acres. \n____ \nSun 31 May: Bats and Beavers: \nPart of the Great Somerset Wildlife Count\, with guest expert Keith Ball (Somerset Bat Group). Please note: this is an evening session\, running 8–10pm\, as we head out for some gentle nocturnal exploration. \nSun 28 June: Hazel Dormice & Reading Nature: \nJoin us to create footprint tunnels for hazel dormice to discover whether this protected species (that have been spotted on neighbouring land!) exist at 42. We’ll also take a relaxed walk around the 11-acre lake\, recording observations and contributing to global biodiversity databases. We’ll look for signs of beaver activity\, tracks\, and birdlife\, and finish at the white stork enclosure\, part of our species reintroduction work. Guided by Lynne Sewell (Sustainable Witham)\, Robyn Caple (@nestandnettleecology)\, and Lisa Hawes (42 Acres). \nSun 26 July: Butterflies\, Dragonflies + Pond Dipping: \nPart of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme\, one of the longest-running insect surveys in the world. With guest expert Fred Giles\, we’ll explore the world of butterflies\, dragonflies\, and other insects\, with a chance to get closer through pond dipping and observation. \nSun 30 Aug: Reptiles and Botanics: \nJoin us to check reptile refuges across the site\, helping us understand which species are present (and which are likely absent). Or take a creative route\, help us start making a handmade herbarium for the site while learning how to “key out”\, a step by step process used to identify unknown plant species. \nSun 27 Sep: Trees\nDiscover the stories of Britain’s ancient and veteran trees\, and learn how to identify and photograph them in their late-summer form. \nSun 25 Oct: Harvest Mice and Native Fungi:\nHelp us ascertain whether harvest mice are present on the land at 42\, we’ll search together for their tiny nests. We’ll also explore the world of fungi\, discovering what’s emerging across the site at this time of year. \nPlease Note: \n– Gloves and wellies/boots are necessary.\n– If you have issues with mobility please let us know before signing up\, we will do our best to accommodate.\n– Please book only if you’re committed to attending and staying for the entire session.\n– If you become unable to attend\, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone else.\n– If rain stops play\, we have a Plan B and will aim to move inside to create bee bricks and/or a herbarium together.\n– Please speak with your licensed medical health professional if you have any health conditions or are pregnant.\n– As much as we love our four-legged friends\, we can not allow dogs on this experience. \nLocation & Arrival: \nPlease arrive 10 minutes before we begin. Meeting at The Hermitage car park. Full directions are on our website: www.42acres.com/getting-here \nTerms & Conditions: \nhttps://www.42acres.com/terms-and-conditions-workshops-and-experienc
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/wild-guardians-at-42-acres/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:42 Acres\, Witham Friary\, Frome\, BA11 5HL
CATEGORIES:Animals,Community,Discover Frome,Environment,Health and wellbeing,Nature,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Nature Table: An evening with Stephen Moss
DESCRIPTION:Join one of Britain’s leading nature writers and broadcasters\, Stephen Moss\, for an evening of engaging conversation and good food at Heal Somerset. \nA lifelong naturalist\, Stephen is one of Britain’s best-known broadcasters and wildlife writers. With a career spanning more than four decades\, he has dedicated his life to helping people discover\, understand and care for the natural world. His TV credits include the BAFTA award-winning Springwatch\, while his acclaimed books include Ten Birds That Changed the World and his much-loved series of bird ‘biographies’\, featuring the Robin\, Wren\, Swallow\, Swan\, Owl and Starling. \nStephen is passionate about connecting people with nature and is a respected advocate for wildlife. Having travelled to all seven of the world’s continents to watch wildlife\, he is a brilliant speaker with many great stories to tell. \nThis intimate three-course supper will be held in Heal Somerset’s farmhouse\, with just twelve places available\, offering a rare opportunity to spend an evening in the company of one of Britain’s foremost naturalists. \nFollowing dinner\, Stephen will present Britain’s Favourite Birds\, sharing fascinating stories and readings inspired by his bestselling bird biographies. The evening will conclude with coffee\, pudding and an informal Q&A\, giving guests the chance to ask questions and continue the conversation around the table. \nTimings 7-10pm \nWelcome drink on arrival\nStarter\nMain course\n30 minute talk from Stephen\nPudding and coffee with Q&A and informal conversation
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/nature-table-an-evening-with-stephen-moss/
LOCATION:Heal Somerset\, Lower West Barn Farm\, Bindon Lane\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 5HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Food and drink,Nature,Talk
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SUMMARY:Hamza Yassin - My Life Behind the Lens
DESCRIPTION:“My mission is to get people outside and experience the wonder of the natural world.  Immersing yourself in nature is an effective antidote to the anxieties of modern life” – HAMZA YASSIN \nJoin wildlife cameraman and presenter Hamza Yassin on a new adventure as he takes to the stage for his first nationwide theatre tour “My Life Behind the Lens”. Hamza will share his infectious sense of wonder and most precious memories both in life and in nature. \n“My Life Behind the Lens” promises to be an unforgettable show filled with adventure\, storytelling\, and stunning wonders from the natural world. \nHamza brings a fresh perspective to the natural world\, and he truly believes that by engaging people in the joy of Mother Nature and what she has to offer\, we can all gain a fresh perspective on the world around us and how we can protect it together. \nHamza shares behind the scenes tales from his epic filming expeditions across the globe. Packed with breathtaking footage\, fascinating insights\, charming personal stories\, and with a deep passion for nature\, he invites audiences of all ages to reconnect with the wild world around them.  This unique live experience offers a rare glimpse into the life and work of one of Britain’s most beloved natural history storytellers.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/hamza-yassin-my-life-behind-the-lens/
LOCATION:Frome Memorial Theatre\, Christchurch Street West\, Frome\, BA11 1EB
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Film,Nature,Talk
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