Emerging Earth is a four day intentional gathering held by Land, Food and Medicine in partnership with 42 Acres, Sense Ability and Listening to the Land. Here is an invitation […]
As the nations favourite satirical mimic, Rory really needs no introduction what-so-ever. He’s provided definitive impersonations of PMs and Presidents from Major to Mandela, Blair to Brown, Clinton to Cameron and Bush to Trump. As himself, he’s been presenter, writer, quiz-show host, actor, translator and even (briefly) ballroom dancer. (Strictly, 2011. WTF?) By the time […]
45 skateboard decks become 45 canvases for selected local and national artists. These will then be exhibited and auctioned to raise funds for Frome’s new skatepark. The exhibition opens at The Train Station Gallery on 18.09.26 and continues until 27.09.26. The auction also goes live on 18.09.26! Details in coming weeks on how to register. […]
Join our Friday volunteering sessions at Vallis Veg market garden, where you’ll learn about organic food growing, breathe fresh air and enjoy lunch made from freshly harvested ingredients. No previous experience is necessary, just turn up on the day.
Embark on a journey through the vineyards of Italy at our exclusive Wines of Italy Tasting event! Experience the charm and elegance of Italy's diverse wine regions, from the rolling hills of Tuscany to the sun-drenched shores of Sicily. Our expert sommelier will take you on a guided tasting tour, featuring a handpicked selection of […]
R.E.M. formed in 1980, in Athens, Georgia and by the mid-nineties earned the tagline ‘the biggest band on the planet’ from the music press. They pioneered the alternative rock scene with relentless touring and a distinctive sound and entered the 90s mainstream without compromising their artistic vision. They remain as relevant today as ever. Their […]
Danny McNamara is the founder and lead singer of one of the most iconic bands of the last 20 years, Embrace. Having sold more than two million albums to date, their debut album, The Good Will Out, was released in 1998 and became one of the fastest-selling debut albums by a British artist. It was certified gold on the […]
A chance to meet some of Frome’s most majestic trees, and hear about their history, legacy and lore from the arboreal expert Julian Hight, author of many books including the beautiful new The Ancient Tree Explorer. This will be an easy walk, lasting about 90 minutes. It will start at the Cheese and Grain (BA11 […]
Autumn is a time of movement and change in the bird world. Migrants arrive from the north to spend the winter here, while summer visitors begin their journeys south. Hedgerows are alive with activity as birds feast on the season’s berries, and grasslands and wetlands provide vital feeding grounds for both resident and passing species. […]
We are very excited to be hosting our next Big Clothes Swap on Saturday 19th September from 10am to 1pm. How does it work? All you have to do to revamp your wardrobe is come on down with as many items of clothing as you wish in exchange for tokens. For example 5 items = […]
Welcome to The ForEm - Part fête. Part exhibition. Part experiment. The ForEm asks deceptively simple questions: What makes Frome, Frome? And who gets to decide what comes next? The ForEm invites people to explore the stories they tell about the town: its independence, creativity and community spirit, and also its challenges, contradictions and changing […]
Consider the Wondrous opens with festival Director Gareth Howell-Jones explaining how Consider the Wondrous came about, why it’s in Frome, what it is for, and what he hopes the project can begin to achieve. He’ll talk too about the simple but radical way of looking squarely at nature that underpins his books Do Not Call […]
