Discover Frome

Phoenix Project Summer Sessions
2026-08-17 09:30 - 15:00, 2026-08-18 09:30 - 15:00, 2026-08-27 09:30 - 15:00, 2026-08-28 09:30 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Phoenix Project Frome, Critchill Manor Estate, Frome, Somerset, BA11 4LJ, United Kingdom
The Phoenix Project – Summer Holiday Art Sessions
9:30am – 3:00pm | Ages 7–14 | £30 per session
Available dates:
Monday 3rd & Tuesday 4th August
Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th August
Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th August
Thursday 27th & Friday 28th August
Spend a day getting creative in the most inspiring of settings! Join us at The Phoenix Project — a beautiful acre of land with woodland, cabins, hammocks and a stream — for a full day of art, nature and adventure this summer.
Each session, young people aged 7–14 will explore a different artistic medium in the great outdoors, from willow weaving and mosaic to batik and natural mandalas. No experience is needed — just curiosity and a sense of adventure. Our sessions are designed to inspire creativity in every child, whatever their background or ability.
As well as making amazing art, there’ll be campfires, outdoor games and plenty of time to explore the site. We ask everyone to bring a packed lunch, and there are compost loos on site.
What to bring:
🎒 Packed lunch and plenty to drink
👕 Old clothes you don’t mind getting messy
Sessions run from 9:30am to 3:00pm. Please ensure children are collected promptly.
£30 per child, per session. Book your place below — spaces are limited!

Toddler Time Tuesday
2026-08-18 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-08-25 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-09-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Frome Library, Justice Lane, Frome, BA11 1BE
Songs and a story for children aged 1 – 3 and their parents/carers, at Frome Library every Tuesday. Takes place from 10am – 10:30am and is free to attend with your little ones.
Keep an eye on Frome Library’s Facebook page for updates, session cancellations and more information.

Flea and Collectables Market
2026-08-19 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-26 09:00 - 14:00 | Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Frome, BA11 1BE
Quality second hand goods including a selection of antiques and collectables as well as a mixture of bric-a-brac and jewellery with even the chance of some hidden treasure.
Always worth a rummage!
Grain bar/café – also serving food.

Frome Wednesday Market
2026-08-19 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-26 09:00 - 15:00 | Cattle Market Car Park, Bridge Street Somerset Frome, BA11 1BE
Frome has a market every Wednesday, 9am – 3pm, with stalls in the Cattle Market Car Park. Here you’ll find fresh produce, sweet treats, homeware, jewellery, gifts, pet supplies and more.

Tri.art Dance and Performing Arts Academy: West Side Story
2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Merlin Theatre, Bath Road, Frome, BA11 2HG
This August sees the return of Tri.Art’s Award-Winning Summer School, now in its 12th year. This year, students will be performing the classic musical, West Side Story. Join us as we celebrate the incredible talent of our Youth Theatre students!
Running Time: 120 minutes plus interval
Age Recommendation: 14+
Suitable: All ages
Tickets: Adults £16 Concessions £10

Wild Circle
2026-08-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Vallis Farm, Egford Hill, Frome, BA11 3JQ, United Kingdom
Wild Circle is a women’s group in nature -women sharing honest conversation around a fire, in a beautiful garden setting.
No pressure or expectation, just a warm welcome and a gentle invitation to take a pause from everyday life and create a little breathing space.
“Tara made me feel very welcome and relaxed, I felt completely at ease. I would highly recommend.” -Jo-
“It was just what I wanted, a real ‘firebreak’ in a busy life. Thank you for allowing us to develop what we did in our own way, whilst gently guiding and holding the session. I think the choice to stay in the ’embrace’ of the wooden structure worked well, and I found the time by the fire warming in body and spirit. And great cake too.” -Beverly-
Fridays 10am – 11:30am, monthly at Vallis Farm

Volunteering for wellbeing
2026-08-21 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Vallis Veg, Egford, Frome, BA11 3NF, United Kingdom
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.

Portugal's Hidden Treasures
2026-08-21 18:45 - 21:00 | Givino, R18 Marshall Way, Frome, BA11 2FE, United Kingdom
Embark on a journey through the vineyards of Portugal at our Portuguese Wine & Port event! Experience the charm and elegance of Portugal’s diverse wine regions, with some amazing exclusive wines and ports.
Jamie will take you on a guided tasting tour, featuring a handpicked selection of Portuguese fine wines. Savour the rich reds, crisp whites, and ports that capture the essence of Portugal’s winemaking heritage. Learn about the history, terroir, and unique grape varieties that make each wine so special.
Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning to explore the world of Portuguese wines, this event is a perfect opportunity to discover new favorites, enjoy gourmet pairings, and connect with fellow wine lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
A Portuguese themed cheese and charcuterie accompanies this event.

Frome Saturday Market
2026-08-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Cattle Market Car Park, Bridge Street Somerset Frome, BA11 1BE
Frome has a market every Saturday, 9am – 3pm, with stalls in the Cattle Market Car Park. Here you’ll find fresh produce, sweet treats, homeware, jewellery, gifts, pet supplies and more.

Frome Car Boot
2026-08-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Cheese and Grain Car Park, Market Yard, Frome, BA111BE
Monthly car boot sale at the Cheese & Grain on the last Sunday of every month.
£5 for selling and free entry for buyers.

Illyria: as You Like It
2026-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Merlin Theatre, Bath Road, Frome, BA11 2HG
In this play, Shakespeare explores Love in all its guises. Four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden. One pair leaps straight into bed. Another pair is instantaneously dumbstruck by each other’s beauty and pledges their undying troth. The third pair torment each other: he showers chaste love upon her, which she haughtily rejects – yet secretly she enjoys the flattery. The fourth pair go further still, playfully blurring their roles and identities to such an extent that flirting becomes more pain than pleasure, and Love itself is pushed to the limit of its endurance – and beyond.
Throughout the summer, Shakespeare’s iconic comedy will be performed where its action is set – in the great outdoors, by a 5-strong cast of classically trained professional actors. Multi-award-winning Illyria has an unmatched reputation for excellence, forged over three decades, that dominates the outdoor touring theatre sector. Join them this summer for a memorable night of laughter and romance under the stars.
This performance will be outdoors at the E.C.O.S. Amphitheatre. Please bring blankets, cushions, and chairs. We welcome picnics, but please buy drinks from our bar. In the event of bad weather, this event will move inside.
Running time: 140 minutes plus interval
Recommended: All ages
Tickets: £18 | Child: £10 (Under 10) | Concessions: £14
Registered carers go free

The Toasters – Live At The Tree House
2026-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | The Tree House, 35 Berkley Road, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2EH, United Kingdom
Formed on the Lower East Side of New York City in 1981, The Toasters are the longest-running American ska band and one of the most influential forces in the genre’s global history.
Bridging the gap between the UK’s 2-Tone movement and the American ska explosion of the 1990s, The Toasters helped ignite what became known as the Third Wave of Ska. Their impact extended beyond the stage when they founded Moon Ska Records, the legendary label that introduced and supported dozens of bands during ska’s worldwide revival.
Now entering their 45th year, The Toasters are still accelerating, not slowing down. With an international all-star lineup and a relentless touring schedule, the band continues to bring their high-energy sound to audiences across the globe.
Few bands in any genre can match their longevity, influence, and work ethic.
By the Numbers
6000+ live shows worldwide
CBGB’s Top 20 Core Artists
Ranked #4 Ska Band of All Time by Mojo Magazine
Bandsintown #5 Hardest Working Band (2014)
Please note this is an 18+ event, and the venue is accessed by stairs with no lift. If you have any enquiries please email thetreehouse@cheeseandgrain.com

Frome Car Boot
2026-08-30 07:30 - 13:00 | Cheese and Grain Car Park, Market Yard, Frome, BA111BE
Every last Sunday of the month in the Cheese and Grain car park. Turn up from 7:30am, £5 a boot. Come along and find some treasure!

Wild Guardians at 42 Acres
2026-08-30 10:00 - 14:00 | 42 Acres, Witham Friary, Frome, BA11 5HL
A relaxed, monthly volunteer gathering to support nature restoration. Rooted in a spirit of community and curiosity. Join us to learn new skills, spend time in nature, and connect with like-minded folk.
Come and spend a few hours in nature doing something that matters. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get stuck in and try something new.
42 Acres has been a rewilding nature reserve for over a decade and is species-rich. Join us to connect with the natural world through hands-on activities from wildlife surveying, to tending habitats, and slowing down with nature photography.
Sessions run on the last Sunday of the month 10am-2pm (except in May when we are meeting at 8pm for bats and beavers!). There will be time to connect, wander, and simply be outside. If you’re up for it, you’re welcome to join in for a wild swim too. At 1pm we’ll stop and share a simple lunch together, provided by 42 Acres.
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Sun 31 May: Bats and Beavers:
Part of the Great Somerset Wildlife Count, with guest expert Keith Ball (Somerset Bat Group). Please note: this is an evening session, running 8–10pm, as we head out for some gentle nocturnal exploration.
Sun 28 June: Hazel Dormice & Reading Nature:
Join us to create footprint tunnels for hazel dormice to discover whether this protected species (that have been spotted on neighbouring land!) exist at 42. We’ll also take a relaxed walk around the 11-acre lake, recording observations and contributing to global biodiversity databases. We’ll look for signs of beaver activity, tracks, and birdlife, and finish at the white stork enclosure, part of our species reintroduction work. Guided by Lynne Sewell (Sustainable Witham), Robyn Caple (@nestandnettleecology), and Lisa Hawes (42 Acres).
Sun 26 July: Butterflies, Dragonflies + Pond Dipping:
Part of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme, one of the longest-running insect surveys in the world. With guest expert Fred Giles, we’ll explore the world of butterflies, dragonflies, and other insects, with a chance to get closer through pond dipping and observation.
Sun 30 Aug: Reptiles and Botanics:
Join us to check reptile refuges across the site, helping us understand which species are present (and which are likely absent). Or take a creative route, help us start making a handmade herbarium for the site while learning how to “key out”, a step by step process used to identify unknown plant species.
Sun 27 Sep: Trees
Discover the stories of Britain’s ancient and veteran trees, and learn how to identify and photograph them in their late-summer form.
Sun 25 Oct: Harvest Mice and Native Fungi:
Help us ascertain whether harvest mice are present on the land at 42, we’ll search together for their tiny nests. We’ll also explore the world of fungi, discovering what’s emerging across the site at this time of year.
Please Note:
– Gloves and wellies/boots are necessary.
– If you have issues with mobility please let us know before signing up, we will do our best to accommodate.
– Please book only if you’re committed to attending and staying for the entire session.
– If you become unable to attend, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone else.
– If rain stops play, we have a Plan B and will aim to move inside to create bee bricks and/or a herbarium together.
– Please speak with your licensed medical health professional if you have any health conditions or are pregnant.
– As much as we love our four-legged friends, we can not allow dogs on this experience.
Location & Arrival:
Please arrive 10 minutes before we begin. Meeting at The Hermitage car park. Full directions are on our website: www.42acres.com/getting-here
Terms & Conditions:
https://www.42acres.com/terms-and-conditions-workshops-and-experienc

Slow Sunday at 42 Acres
2026-08-30 11:00 - 16:00 | 42 Acres, Witham Friary, Frome, BA11 5HL
Spend a slow Sunday afternoon at 42 Acres and reconnect with nature, with each other, and with the elements.
Come as you are and spend a relaxed Sunday of outdoor vibes. Gather in our forest glade for our signature vegetarian wild dining experience. Your meal will be cooked over an open fire with nourishing ingredients organically-grown and wild-foraged on this land.
Go for a wild swim in the beaver-filled lake, and relax in the wood-fired sauna. Or simply take time and space to rest and restore on land that has been allowed to do the same.
You’re welcome to do as much or as little as you like:
– Roam the 173 acres of our land – home to millions of lives.
– Wild swim in our 7-acre lake or take out our rowboat, SUP board, or canoe. (Please note these activities are at your own risk – there is no lifeguard).
– Look out for beaver, otter, wild boar, hare, deer and a multitude of birds.
– Explore our rewilded spaces; woodland mushroom farm; permaculture garden; edible ornamental walled garden; species re-introduction projects; and secret treehouse. Or just chill and chat.
– Add on a holistic treatment (advance bookings only)
Slow Sundays run from 11am-4pm on the following dates:
– Sun 5 Apr 2026 (Easter Sunday)
– Sun 3 May
– Sun 28 Jun
– Sun 19 Jul
– Sun 30 Aug (Bank holiday weekend)
– Sun 20 Sep
Feedback from Past Slow Sundays:
‘I took some proper time out today. Slow Sundays at 42 Acres Retreat are all about connection – with yourself, with others, and with nature.
Wild swimming, a wood-fired sauna, woodland walks, and incredible food grown on the land itself – all shared around a long table in the woods, with birdsong overhead and an eclectic mix of people from all walks of life. It’s a really well-thought-out setup. Simple, but intentional. The team were welcoming, knowledgeable (beavers, storks, permaculture, mushroom farms, soil-to-gut) and clearly passionate about what they’re building. This was their first Slow Sunday- here’s to many more!’
Lynda, Slow Sunday Guest, June 2025.
‘A group of 6 of us attended 42Acres Slow Sunday and we all throughly enjoyed ourselves. The land is beautiful, with lots of lovely quiet trails to walk and soak it all up. We even spotted storks, buzzards and believe we may have accidentally bumped into a wild boar too. The setting for lunch is fabulous. Really cosy atmosphere and delicious food. Some of us even jumped in the lake for a quick swim which was really refreshing.’
Lucy, Slow Sunday Guest, August 2025
‘Beautiful experience of reconnection to people, place and soul.’
Sara, Slow Sunday Guest, August 2025.
Please Note:
– Must be booked in advance. Please do not come without a ticket because we will not be able to accommodate you.
– Adults only.
– Alcohol-free.
– Please bring swimwear and towels to go in the lake and/or sauna.
– Please dress for the weather. This experience will go ahead in most weather conditions. If extreme weather prevents us from going ahead, we will provide an alternative indoor experience on the same date.
– Spaces are limited, please book early to avoid disappointment.
– As much as we love our four-legged friends, we can not allow dogs on this experience.
-Subject to availability.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give our friendly team a call on 01373 887642 before booking.
Terms & Conditions:
https://www.42acres.com/terms-and-conditions-workshops-and-experiences

Vicky Jackson Pink
2026-08-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Cheese and Grain, Market Yard, Frome, BA11 1BE
Vicky has been performing her Pink Tribute since 2008 and is now rightly considered one of the UK’s very best Pink tribute acts.
Featuring all the hits from the early R’n’B inspired Pink days including ‘You Make Me Sick’ and ‘Some Girls’ to her biggest hits ‘Get the Party Started’ ‘Just Like A Pill’ ‘Family Portrait’ and ‘Who Knew’ through to ‘So What’ and everything in between! Vicky Jackson has it all covered with this fantastic Pink tribute show.
This is a non stop ride through Pink’s most famous hit songs and costumes!
Do It Like Dua – the UK’s most refreshing, high energy and super fun tribute to one of the world’s hottest female pop sensations, DUA LIPA.
Courtnay Reddy is a professionally trained vocalist and dancer from the North West and has been performing around the UK and abroad professionally for 7 years. Gaining experience at holiday parks, festivals, hotels, casinos, private events, holiday resort villages and on cruise ships (MSC Cruises, TUi Cruises).
