The world is in turmoil. Many believe they will be made more secure by creating a stronger military to challenge their ‘enemies’. Launching his book ‘Peace is Possible’, Satish Kumar dispels this illusion and argues that we do not need enemies. Peace is the certain way to prosperity and happiness.This event is part of Frome […]
Tapestry, Kylie Fitzpatrick’s bestselling novel, is re-released in June 2026 to mark the historic visit to the UK of the Bayeux Tapestry. The novel explores the tapestry’s story through the lives of two women: an embroiderer in 1064 and an academic in 2018. Together, they reveal the history of this most enigmatic artefact. Frome author, […]
Don’t judge a book by its cover. Or so we’re told… But a cover can make or break any book – however great or terrible. Join Mark Ecob, one of the UK’s leading cover designers, in conversation with Tina Gaisford-Waller of Hunting Raven, and discover the secrets of what sells.This event is part of Frome […]
Please note this event is taking place in Silk Mill Gallery, not Silk Mill West / Frome Art School as per the brochure Discover what top agents look for in submissions. Kate Hordern, who runs an independent literary agency with a growing list of clients, and Clare Wallace, shortlisted for the British Book Awards Agent […]
A visual arts and activities display featuring ancient and modern, classic and contemporary, typed and pictorial Bibles for adults and children to browse through. This event is part of Frome […]
Poet, priest and peacemaker, Columba was one of the most influential saints of Ireland and Scotland, helping to transform and shape Christian heritage across both nations. Learn about his remarkable life and meditate on some of his prayers. Led by Annie Herridge. This event is part of Frome Festival.
Discover Britain’s oldest trees with author Julian Hight in an illustrated talk featuring stunning photography, music and video. From great oaks to Celtic rainforest, millennial yews to remnant hunting forest, their stories, legend and mythology are revealed through an ancient treescape. Entry includes £2 off Julian’s new Ancient Tree Explorer book. http://www.treeman.ukThis event is part […]
Authors Peter Clark and Annie Elliot bring Charles and Catherine Dickens back to life with vibrant scenes from their different Dickens books. Find out what happened when middle-aged Charles fell in love with a teenager and wanted to be rid of the loving wife, who had given him ten children.This event is part of Frome […]
A visual arts and activities display featuring ancient and modern, classic and contemporary, typed and pictorial Bibles for adults and children to browse through. This event is part of Frome […]
Julian of Norwich was a medieval woman who walked closely with God. Living through tumultuous and dangerous times, she survived illness and received visions from God which still encourage and inspire Christians today. Led by Ann Phillips. This event is part of Frome Festival.
Step back in time to meet one of the UK’s most celebrated cult television entertainers! Wacaday’s utterly brilliant, ‘Timmy Mallett’ will be joining us on Friday 10th July at Rook Lane Chapel, Frome. The evening will feature an intimate up close and personal event with an onstage live interview plus an audience Q&A hosted by […]
Nicholas is a prize-winning novelist and biographer. In discussion with Kylie Fitzpatrick, he will explore the intimate connection between writers and spies, and the authors and places which have inspired him. In his latest novel, ‘Frame 37’, Dyer – an ex-journalist – tries to stop a dubious candidate from becoming US President.This event is part […]
