Paperback books were not readily available a century ago. Launched in 1935, Penguin Books cost only 6 pence each, a fraction of the price of hardbacks. Suddenly, ordinary people could […]
Award-winning poet Jenny Mitchell will perform work from her three prize-winning collections, and a recently edited anthology called ‘Everyone Started Singing’. She will also be in conversation with Roz Dace […]
A delightful programme of early Baroque music from Rome, with the voices of Maria Danishvar, Jane Hunt and Philippa Neaverson soaring over Din Ghani’s archlute and baroque guitar in a […]
Sir Tony Robinson has become Britain’s foremost face of popular history through his career as an actor, presenter and author. Delivering the 25th anniversary edition of the prestigious Bob Morris Lecture, he draws on his life and love of history by weaving tales from a long career making history and archaeology television.This event is part […]
Chanting the Vedas, India’s ancient texts of wisdom, creates sounds in the beautiful resonating language of Sanskrit and can bring confidence, a clarity and calmness of mind, improved breathing and more. Elaine Marie Ewens, a qualified Vedic chanting teacher, would love to share this powerful tool of sound with you; no experience/singing abilities required. […]
Help celebrate 50 years of Dorothy House Hospice Care with a Carnival of Fashion. Local models of all adult ages, sizes and shapes showcase affordable, reusable clothing at low costs. […]
Enjoy a night of poetry and be the first to hear the winning poems for the Crysse Morrison Prize for Poetry 2026, presented by judge Kate Fox. A stand-up poet, […]
Frome’s finest contemporary musicians join forces with stars from across the South West in a unique musical tribute to the region’s historic residency of former Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I. […]
Sofar Frome hosts popular, consistently sold-out gigs featuring three surprise acts in unique venues such as gardens, living rooms, or shops. Audiences only discover the performers on the night and […]
A collaborative exhibition of ceramic and sculptural work coming to Frome Festival via the Venice Biennale. Drawn to clay from a young age, Johnny Vegas gained a BA in Art […]
Set behind the houses and nestled beneath a canopy of trees, Ian’s Garden has become an enclosed space bathed in a dappled light, a haven from the chaos of the […]
Emerging and established artists & makers open studios, homes or venues to show and sell their work. Support Frome’s creative community and discover paintings, sculpture, ceramics, textiles, glass, jewellery and […]
