Discover Frome

Volunteering for wellbeing
2026-07-03 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-26 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-19 10:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | 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.

Toddler Time Thursday
2026-07-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-25 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-18 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 Thursday during term time. 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.

Stay and Play with Purple Elephant
2026-07-01 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Frome Library, Justice Lane, Frome, BA11 1BE
Weekly stay and play session where families can meet and access family support, and their children can play together. For families with pre-school age children but older children who are home schooled are also welcome. A free session run by Purple Elephant with suggested donation of £1 per child.

Frome Wednesday Market
2026-07-01 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-24 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-17 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.

Flea and Collectables Market
2026-07-01 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-24 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-17 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.

Permaculture Volunteer Day at 42 Acres
2026-07-01 09:00 - 13:00 | 42 Acres, Witham Friary, Frome, BA11 5HL
An invitation to spend a half-day working with our team in our permaculture produce garden. Learn regenerative growing skills whilst actively contributing to our permaculture projects.
The day is designed to be an enriching experience working with us on tasks ranging from creating living willow structures to building hugelkultur beds, from threshing quinoa to sowing and harvesting fruit and veg. There will be an opportunity for meditation, sharing and nature connection.
At 1pm we will end with a simple shared lunch provided by 42 Acres (think nourishing soup and bread). Afterwards, you’re welcome to stay and explore our land or take a wild dip in our lake.
Please Note:
-These sessions run on the 1st Wed of every month, Apr-Sep.
-Booking opens 30 days in advance. It is not possible to book further ahead.
-Gloves and wellies/good boots are necessary.
-Lunch is provided.
-No experience needed, just a can-do attitude!
-If you have issues with mobility please let us know before signing up, we will do our best to accommodate.
-These are working exchanges so please be prepared for this and arrive promptly.
-We kindly invite you to come for the whole session to get the most out of the experience and cultivate good connections within the group.
-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 42 Acres Farmhouse location. Full directions are on our website: www.42acres.com/getting-here
Tickets:
In the spirit of the exchange economy, we hope to keep these events free of charge. 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.
Terms & Conditions:
Terms & Conditions – Workshops & Experiences

Baby Boogie
2026-06-30 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Frome Library, Justice Lane, Frome, BA11 1BE
Stories and rhymes for children up to 12 months with their parents / carers, every Tuesday from 11am – 11:30am. A fun free session to share with your baby and meet other new parents.
Keep an eye on Frome Library’s Facebook page for updates, session cancellations and more information.

Toddler Time Tuesday
2026-06-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-23 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.

Let's Talk about Alice exhibition
2026-06-30 - 2026-08-22 | Frome Museum, North Parade, Frome, BA11 1AT, United Kingdom
Alice Seeley, adopted daughter of Frome, helped bring down a King – with a camera.
In 1898, twenty-seven-year-old Alice Seeley Harris sailed for King Leopold II’s Congo Free State. Over the next seven years, her photographs of forced rubber labour, mutilated workers, and a father named Nsala mourning his murdered daughter on the veranda of her mission station, shocked the world. They became the visual evidence behind what historians now recognise as the first photographic human-rights campaign – predating the better-known American documentary work of Lewis Hine by several years.
Her images, projected in lantern-slide lectures across Britain and the United States, helped force Leopold to cede the Congo in 1908. Then, Alice was largely written out of her own story. Even Mark Twain, who shared her most famous photograph in his 1905 satirical pamphlet King Leopold’s Soliloquy, did not write her name.
This summer, Photo|Frome and Frome Museum bring Alice’s work home. We follow Alice’s journey from Merchants Barton to the Maringa River and back. We explore the role of missionaries, humanitarian photography and the recognition of women – and we ask what her photographs still demand of us in 2026. The exhibition is built with care for visitors of all ages: an outer ring of display panels tells Alice’s story, while an inner ring displays Alice’s photographic evidence of human rights abuse, for those who choose to see it.
Opening hours
The Exhibition runs from 30 June to 22 August at Frome Museum. Opening hours are Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 3pm, plus Independent Market Sundays.
Entry is free.
Some of the photographs in the exhibition’s inner ring may be distressing.

Slow Sunday at 42 Acres
2026-06-28 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:
Terms & Conditions – Workshops & Experiences

Wild Guardians at 42 Acres
2026-06-28 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

Frome Car Boot
2026-06-28 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!

Frome Saturday Market
2026-06-27 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-20 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.

FLOC community group: Support for parents and carers of children with SEND
2026-06-24 19:45 - 20:45 | The Good Heart, 7 Palmer Street, BA11 1DS
FLOC is a peer‑led community group, facilitated by parents and carers of children with SEND who are further down the path, and who understand what it’s like to feel lost amongst the chaos. Whether you’re feeling lonely, overwhelmed, or just want to see what’s out there, we’re here for everyone raising a child with any additional need, disability or sensitivity, at any age or stage, with or without diagnosis.
This meet-up aims to build a growing community through shared experiences where positive wellbeing, connection, shared understanding and finding moments of joy come first. We believe that coming together and sharing experiences in an environment where you can be heard, builds true connections and makes positive change.
Why navigate an unknown path alone, when you could journey together. Find your FLOC.
This is an inclusive and supportive environment. All parents and carers are welcome, so come as you are.
£5 suggested donation though money is never a barrier.

Sherlock & Pages Book Club
2026-06-22 19:00 - 21:30 | Little Walcot, Stony Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BU, United Kingdom
Join us for an evening of community and reading!
Bring your own book (fiction or non-fiction, whatever you prefer) and we’ll gather to read together in silence.
Doors will open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start. Drinks will be available at the bar.
No ticket required: free & open to all.
This is a new fortnightly event taking place on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.
Upstairs at Little Walcot, 8 Stoney Street, Frome.

The Second Act
2026-06-18 18:30 - 19:30 | The Good Heart, 7 Palmer Street, BA11 1DS
Welcome to The Second Act, a peer-led space for women in midlife who’ve walked their own path – and are now wondering what comes next. Come to share honestly, think out loud, and find your people.
No experts, no agenda. Just real women in real conversation.
What it is: honest conversation, mutual support, and the comfort of knowing you’re not alone.
Please note, this is not counselling or life coaching but a peer-led space for like-minded people.
