Emerging Earth – Land, Spirituality and Sacred Activism Gathering

42 Acres Witham Friary, Frome

A meeting point between a festival celebration and a retreat, Emerging Earth is a held container of sacred space, where we can deepen our practice, connect with the earth and ourselves as part of the whole. Here we can explore what it means to be alive at this point in time, cultivating our intentions and capacities […]

Nature Talks – Every Garden Matters with Nicola Hope

Vallis Farm Egford Hill, Frome, United Kingdom

Join us as we learn why every garden matters and how small gardens are helping to prevent biodiversity loss with Nicola Hope. “I am closely affiliated with the charitable organisation Garden Organic who published the ‘Every Garden Matters - a blueprint for boosting backyard biodiversity’ report in 2024. The report contains some extraordinary findings that […]

Family Pond Dip

The Roundhouse The Other Side, Frome

Engage with nature, search for bugs by the water, inspect them under the microscope and do some nature-inspired crafts. This Science Boost CIC event is aimed at families of young children, who must be accompanied by an adult for the whole event. Donations accepted.

Ice Age Mammals On Mendip – From Caves To Conservation

Frome Town Hall Christchurch Street West, Frome

Professor Danielle Schreve (University of Bristol) presents the latest findings from excavations of a previously unexplored cave sequence in the Mendip Hills, revealing the extraordinary story of how mammals moved, adapted or died out over 60,000 years of climate change. Discover how fossil evidence plays an increasingly important role in tackling modern conservation challenges, including […]

Land Beneath The Waves – Nature, Place & Chronic Illness

Assembly Rooms Christchurch Street West, Frome

Join Guardian Country Diarist Nic Wilson for an inspiring evening discussing her memoir, Land Beneath the Waves. She shares her journey with chronic illness and how her connection to nature has helped her navigate challenges, past and present. Nic will be in conversation with fellow Guardian writer Derek Niemann. When Nic Wilson began researching the history […]

The Frome Biscuit – Hoolee’s Goodies

Rodden Meadow

A hands-on, creative activity where children will decorate biscuits inspired by the beautiful wildflowers found in our area. A selection of edible flowers and leaves will be provided, ensuring they are safe to use. This activity celebrates Frome's natural beauty while encouraging creativity and play. Parental supervision required.

Make Your Own Sealed Terrarium

Pilea 16 Catherine Hill, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

Learn to create and care for your own sealed glass terrarium full of plants, soil, sand and pebbles in this hands-on workshop. Understand the process, history, and science behind self-contained ecosystems, including care tips. Take home your handmade terrarium and enjoy 10% off in-store purchases the same day. All materials and refreshments included.

Open Gardens and Heritage Trail

Leigh on Mendip Memorial Hall Leigh on Mendip

Visit our village’s Open Gardens Day and follow the Heritage Trail to visit some of our lovely gardens and discover our historic buildings. Tickets/map £7 on the day from the Memorial Hall, BA3 5QH giving entry to all the Open Gardens, plus Heritage Trail information. Hot and cold drinks, cakes and light lunches will be […]

42 Acres Founders Tour

42 Acres Witham Friary, Frome

Join our Founder, Seth Tabatznik for an interactive tour of 42 Acres and experience our regenerative land, food, and rewilding projects. 42 Acres is a regenerative estate, nature reserve, and retreat centre, founded in 2015 as a home for personal, social and ecological change. Our vision is to live in harmony with nature, self, and […]

Radical Love with Satish Kumar

42 Acres Witham Friary, Frome

Join Satish Kumar for an immersive three day retreat exploring Radical Love. With workshops and conversations that encourage you to open your heart and experience love in all forms. Like gravity, love is the holding and sustaining power in the world. Love is the essence, the meaning and the purpose of life. Love is letting […]

Phoenix Project Summer Gathering

Phoenix Project Frome Critchill Manor Estate, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

Phoenix Project, Frome Saturday 19th July, 1pm - 5pm Music • Food • Fire • Connection Free • Family-friendly • All welcome This land has held our beginnings — the shaky first steps and the bold visions, the quiet trust and the sudden turns. And now, after months of walking together through the unknown, we […]