Join Simon Carpenter, a local geologist, on this moderate 2 mile walk, to find out more about the building stones used in Frome and what they and the fossils they contain, tells us about our planet millions of years ago. How the various building stones are used in Frome and where they came from will […]

The route follows the line of “the canal that never was”, passing coal workings that would have benefitted from the canal. Last year we walked from Coleford to Ham. This 2.5 mile walk is along the canal route westwards from Ham. Once a hub of industrial activity, it is now delightful countryside to walk through. […]

Learn about native and non-native plants around us, how to identify them, their medicinal properties and the benefit they have to wildlife. Also some foraging advice. Medium level: will require walking boots or wellies as it may be muddy in places. There is some uneven ground and a style to get over. To book this […]

Suitable for people who are comfortable walking 9 miles in open country. Please wear appropriate footware such as walking boots and bring waterproofs and a packed lunch. There are no toilets on this walk. This walk is lead by Les Stather. Please make sure you get there early as the walk leaves at 10am on […]

Join Frome Families for the Future for a family-friendly riverside litter pick! We will litter pick along Welshmill, through Welshmill wood and continue to Weylands, to help out the animals that live near the river. All litter-picking equipment provided.

Learn about native and non-native plants around us, how to identify them, their medicinal properties and the benefit they have to wildlife. Also some foraging advice. Easy level: even, flat surfaces, mainly tarmac. To book this walk please email Katie Wood. Part of Frome Walking Festival