Join Carolyn Griffiths, author of 'Woad To This' to explore the sites, sounds and industrial buildings of Frome's 18th century wool clothiers and dyers. The short walk in the town centre and along Willow Vale will immerse you in the past and invite you to write, sketch or simply enjoy the stroll.

Join Carolyn Griffiths, author of 'Woad To This' to explore the sites, sounds and industrial buildings of Frome's 18th century wool clothiers and dyers. The short walk in the town centre and along Willow Vale will immerse you in the past and invite you to write, sketch or simply enjoy the stroll.

Exploring radical approaches to designing an ethical and regenerative future for materials an fashion, while addressing the challenges posed by our current modes of consumption. Includes live music, exhibitions and panel discussions to inspire meaningful solutions within the world of textiles.

Frome has a market every Wednesday, 9am - 3pm, with stalls in the Cattle Market Car Park. Here you'll find fresh produce, sweet treats, homeware, jewellery, gifts, pet supplies and more.

Frome has a market every Saturday, 9am – 3pm, with stalls in the Cattle Market Car Park. Here you’ll find fresh produce, sweet treats, homeware, jewellery, gifts, pet supplies and more.

What will be on offer to buy, every market is unique and offers a great selection of items from prams to babygros, books to play gyms, bouncy chairs to wooden toys, toddler clothes to baby carriers, welly boots to swimwear, the list goes on and on.

Somerset and Wiltshire Independent Stitch Hub is an established group of diverse textile artists, working in a variety of techniques. At this Open Day, enjoy an exhibition of their latest work plus demonstrations by members while others will be working on their own projects.

A film exploring zero-carbon clothing and slow fashion, The Nettle Dress has played to packed houses across the country and was one of the top ten highest grossing theatrical documentaries in the UK in 2023. Join film-maker Dylan Howitt and textile artist Allan Brown for a unique screening and live Q&A featuring leading local environmentalists […]

A sustainable fashion show using clothes and accessories from Dorothy House and Barnardo's. This is a fun early evening event with market stalls, bar and refreshments, catwalk show and entertainment. Don't miss the dog catwalk section!