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SUMMARY:Black Swan Arts Open 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Black Swan Arts Open 2026 brings together artists and makers working across all disciplines and media\, selected by a distinguished panel from across the contemporary arts\, alongside a range of generous prizes and awards. \nThe Open is Black Swan Arts’ flagship exhibition\, bringing together artists at different stages of their careers from the region and beyond. Founded in 1986\, Black Swan Arts has played a central role in Frome’s cultural life for four decades\, and this year’s Open marks the organisation’s 40th anniversary. \nThe 2026 Open has been selected by a carefully chosen panel of guest judges\, independent of the organisation’s Board and Programming Group\, bringing a thoughtful\, open-minded and rigorous approach to the selection process. \nSelected works will be exhibited in the Long Gallery at Black Swan Arts from Saturday 8th August to Sunday 27th September 2026. \n2026 Selection Panel\nDea Vanagan – Senior Director\, Hauser & Wirth Somerset\nGemma Brace – Head of Exhibitions\, Arnolfini\nMolly Martin – Artist and Writer\nMartyn Cross – Artist\nHamish Young – Artist and President of the RWA \nPrizes include:\n£1\,500 First Prize supported by Hauser & Wirth Somerset\n£500 Lynda Pelly Prize for an Artist Under 30\nBlack Swan Arts Solo Exhibition\nRabley Gallery Print Prize\nJ.M. Smith Framing Prize\nKobi & Teal Exhibiting Prize \nThe selection panel has now chosen the exhibiting artists and all applicants have been notified. If you have any queries\, please contact office@blackswanarts.org.uk
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/black-swan-arts-open-2026/
LOCATION:Black Swan Arts\, 2 Bridge Street\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Clothing and textiles,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Childrens Art Term
DESCRIPTION:This Autumn term will focus on traditional Watercolour techniques for landscape\, using specific watercolour paint\, paper and brushes. We will work through a number of experimentsbefore developing final pieces later in the term. All work created will be in response to the upcoming exhibition at the Holborne Museum in Bath: ‘Ancient Landscape\, Modern Times’ Eric Ravilious and the Artists of the Chalk Downs.\nEach student will receive a sketchbook which they add to each term. All materials are included.\nClasses are held in my home studio in Upton Noble.There is a maximum of five students in order to ensure individual guidance.\nFor ages 8-12 years\nLimited spaces available!\nAutumn term runs on Mondays at 3.45pm- 5pm from 28th Sept to 19th Oct.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/childrens-art-term/
LOCATION:Alizarin Studio\, Upton House\, Bruton Lane\, Upton Noble\, Somerset\, BA4 6AH
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Crafts,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alizarin Studio":MAILTO:polly@alizarinstudio.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261002T153000
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SUMMARY:The Crafting Retreat Day with Swim & Sauna
DESCRIPTION:Craft\, Creativity and Connection – a restorative day of crafting\, delicious food\, and relaxing by the natural pool and wood-fired sauna in the beautiful surrounds of Vallis Farm. \nIn the morning Anna from ‘Love Makers Craft Cafe’ will guide you in your choice of seasonal craft from her extensive menu.\nAfter a delicious Vallis Farm lunch\, Tara\, the Wild Swimming Woman\, will support you in a delightful wild swim and sauna session to celebrate the recent autumn equinox. \nWhat to expect: \n• A warm welcome with light refreshments\n• An introduction from Anna about the Craft Cafe and how it works\n• The opportunity to select your choice of craft\n• Time for play and experimentation\, easy conversation – or companionable quiet \n.A light and delicious lunch \n• Supported cold water dip in a natural pool\n• Wood fired sauna\n• Tea and cake \nYou will: \n• Learn a new crafting technique\n• Create something wonderful to take home in your own gift bag \n• Receive a full safety briefing and gentle education about cold water immersion \n• Be guided through a fully supported\, safe\, and empowering immersion in\nthe crystal-clear natural pool \n.Leave feeling inspired and proud of yourself! \nAbout Wild Swimming Woman \nTara is on a mission to help women bring a little more wild and joy into their everyday lives\, through nature connection and swimming outdoors. As a qualified and experienced open water swim coach she ensures that everybody feels safe and supported and celebrated\, whether it’s your first ever dip or your millionth. \nAbout Love Makers Cafe\nThe Love Makers Cafe exists to celebrate making\, curiosity and community. Whether you’re a dab hand already but fancy some company\, or you haven’t picked up a brush since school: you are welcome.\nAn antidote to the pervasive perfectionism\, loneliness and tech overwhelm of modern life\, this is a space where play and experimentation\, easy conversation (or companionable quiet) and working with our hands is encouraged. \n£96 (includes all craft materials\, lunch and cake)
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/the-crafting-retreat-day-with-swim-sauna/
LOCATION:Vallis Farm\, Egford Hill\, Frome\, BA11 3JQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Crafts,Health and wellbeing,Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wild Swimming Woman":MAILTO:tara@wildswimmingwoman.com
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SUMMARY:Theatrical Sound Design: Wot Italian?
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music\, comedy\, and charm as award-winning comedian and singer-songwriter Boothby Graffoe teams up with internationally acclaimed Italian guitarist Antonio Forcione. \n“Wot Italian?” Is a hilarious and heartfelt collision of Graffoe’s sharp wit and whimsical storytelling with Forcione’s virtuosic guitar mastery. This show promises a mix of brilliantly crafted songs\, laugh-out-loud banter\, and jaw-dropping musical skill – all served with a side of Mediterranean flair. \nFrom tender ballads to toe-tapping tunes\, expect an eclectic mix of genres and an atmosphere that’s as warm and inviting as a Tuscan summer evening. Whether you’re here for the laughs\, the tunes\, or a little bit of both\, “Wot Italian?” is a show that will leave your heart lighter and your spirits soaring. \nDon’t miss this unique collaboration – an evening of joy\, artistry\, and laughter awaits! \nRunning time: 80 minutes plus interval\nRecommended: 12+\nTickets: £23
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/theatrical-sound-design-wot-italian/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre\, Bath Road\, Frome\, BA11 2HG 
CATEGORIES:Arts,Comedy,Concert,Discover Frome,Music
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SUMMARY:Threads of Resistance - A Day of Mending
DESCRIPTION:Community mending day. Bring broken clothes and repair together. Share skills\, get help\, and save garments from landfill. Drop in anytime\, stay as long as you like. Let’s get mending! \nBring your clothes that need mending; holes in your clothes\, button fallen off\, tear in a favourite shirt and bring along scissors\, needles\, and thread and anything else needed to mend your clothes. No experience necessary. \nThis event is aimed at aged 12yrs+ as there aren’t activities aimed at children. \nFree to attend\, donations to support the future of Everyone Needs Pockets (cash or card) are welcome. \nLocation: Frome Town Hall\, Christchurch St W\, Frome BA11 1EB (fully accessible).
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/threads-of-resistance-a-day-of-mending/
LOCATION:Frome Town Hall\, Christopher Street West\, Frome\, BA111EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Clothing and textiles,Community,Crafts,Environment,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261004T100000
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SUMMARY:The Frome Independent Market
DESCRIPTION:The Frome Independent is an award winning\, destination street market. We reclaim Frome’s high street once a month to showcase the best independent craftspeople\, designers\, makers\, food producers and vintage traders in the South West. \nThe market takes place on the first Sunday of the month from March to December and strives to be ‘more than a market’\, incorporating live music\, DJs\, street performance\, workshops and activities for children and adults alike on market days. \nThe market is a free event for visitors and has quickly grown to be one of the most significant elements in the region’s calendar attracting over 80\,000 visitors each year. \nVisitors to the market can find contemporary craft\, designer-made homewares\, ethical clothing and jewellery in our Designer-Maker section\, discover fledgling design start-ups in our Suitcase Sale\, have a rummage through vintage nostalgia in our Flea Market or browse indoor plants\, gardenalia and homewares in our Homes & Gardens section. Food lovers can discover local produce from cheese and cider to vegan cakes and kimchi. We work with Somerset Farmers Markets who curate a section for farmers\, growers and producers. There’s also a huge and vibrant range of street food to choose from.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/the-frome-independent-market-3/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:Frome Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts,Children,Clothing and textiles,Crafts,Dance,Discover Frome,DJ set,Family,Food and drink,Live band,Market,Music,Shopping,Sustainability
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