The trail follows the plaques established by the Frome Society for Local Study to explore the rich heritage of Frome through its buildings and the interesting people who occupied them […]
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 […]
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 […]
This workshop for adults takes you through a step by step process; releasing tension and energising the body, then exploring movement and vocal expression to stimulate a spontaneous and natural state of playfulness. Improvisation games and clowning exercises follow, offering permission to be silly, have fun and step into the spotlight. Finding your inner clown […]
A short, 1 mile guided heritage walk that will explore the history and folklore of the River Frome and surrounding area, including some of the buildings of the town’s famous cloth industry. Led by historian and storyteller Lisa Kenwright, it is a gentle walk from Market Yard to Wallbridge along mostly level pavement and hard […]
A circular walk beginning at Justice Lane and ending at Whittox Lane. The route highlights much of the incredible heritage of Frome – a town that has more listed buildings than anywhere else in Somerset – and follows the series of numbered plaques originally erected to celebrate Frome’s 1300th anniversary in 1985. There will be […]
A circular 7 mile walk following riverside and field paths into the Orchardleigh estate, where it follows a muddy lakeside path and then tarmac driveway, returning to Frome via Spring Gardens and Cooper Hall. May not be easy walking around the lake due to mud and beaver activity. Bring water and snacks. Walk starts from […]
Looking for a safe space for your neurodivergent child to play, create and get messy? Join us for a low-pressure, fun, sensory art session where your child can let loose, explore colours, textures and shapes, and simply enjoy creating. Connect through creativity with no rules or expectations. All resources provided free of charge, take your […]
Thursday 14th August, 6pm Eve of VJ Day Service of Remembrance at St John the Baptist Church Lighting of the Lantern of Hope Friday 15th August, 12pm Act of Remembrance at Frome War Memorial, Frome Memorial Theatre Standards, wreath laying, Last Post, 2 minute silence, Reveille. King George VI speech to the nation on the […]
Would you like to spend time crafting with your pre-teen children this holiday? Celebrate the beauty of summer flowers by making your own permanent felt bouquet together. Using wet felting to create stems and flowers, combining colours and style for your own unique bouquet. All sources provided free of charge, take your creations home with […]
Join us on a family learning adventure with Tabby McTat. Following the well-loved story by Julia Donaldson, you and your little one(s) can listen to the story, try a variety of crafts and play search-and-find and simple role-play games. Sing along with Tabby McTat and Samuel Sprat, exploring this favourite children's story book together. Perfect […]
Frome’s pay-what-you-can community restaurant returns on Friday 15th August and is a special collaboration between Victoria Park Community Café, The Community Fridge, Frome Town Council and the Frome Seed Library, run by Kerry Meech. Kerry has enlisted the help of over 100 Frome residents, who have been growing potatoes to serve up a community potato […]
