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SUMMARY:Black Swan Arts Open 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Black Swan Arts Open 2026 brings together artists and makers working across all disciplines and media\, selected by a distinguished panel from across the contemporary arts\, alongside a range of generous prizes and awards. \nThe Open is Black Swan Arts’ flagship exhibition\, bringing together artists at different stages of their careers from the region and beyond. Founded in 1986\, Black Swan Arts has played a central role in Frome’s cultural life for four decades\, and this year’s Open marks the organisation’s 40th anniversary. \nThe 2026 Open has been selected by a carefully chosen panel of guest judges\, independent of the organisation’s Board and Programming Group\, bringing a thoughtful\, open-minded and rigorous approach to the selection process. \nSelected works will be exhibited in the Long Gallery at Black Swan Arts from Saturday 8th August to Sunday 27th September 2026. \n2026 Selection Panel\nDea Vanagan – Senior Director\, Hauser & Wirth Somerset\nGemma Brace – Head of Exhibitions\, Arnolfini\nMolly Martin – Artist and Writer\nMartyn Cross – Artist\nHamish Young – Artist and President of the RWA \nPrizes include:\n£1\,500 First Prize supported by Hauser & Wirth Somerset\n£500 Lynda Pelly Prize for an Artist Under 30\nBlack Swan Arts Solo Exhibition\nRabley Gallery Print Prize\nJ.M. Smith Framing Prize\nKobi & Teal Exhibiting Prize \nThe selection panel has now chosen the exhibiting artists and all applicants have been notified. If you have any queries\, please contact office@blackswanarts.org.uk
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/black-swan-arts-open-2026/
LOCATION:Black Swan Arts\, 2 Bridge Street\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2BN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Clothing and textiles,Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Frome Skatepark Project - The Great Dexhibition
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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! \nDetails in coming weeks on how to register. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to bag yourselves a wonderful artwork whilst helping to raise funds for our new skatepark. \nhttps://www.instagram.com/fromeskatepark.project/
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/frome-skatepark-project-the-great-dexhibition/
LOCATION:The Station Gallery\, Station Approach\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 1RE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts,Charity event,Community,Exhibition
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frome Skatepark Project":MAILTO:fromeskateparkproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T200000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Beaver Watch
DESCRIPTION:This is a rare opportunity to join a small group for a twilight beaver watch and experience the magic of seeing these remarkable animals living wild. You’ll enjoy a peaceful and immersive evening watching wildlife emerge as day turns to night. \nOur thriving beaver family has really made themselves at home on site at Heal Somerset\, establishing an impressive lodge and building a network of dams. They have been busy transforming the landscape in extraordinary ways and they are creating thriving wetlands that support a wealth of wildlife\, improve water quality and increase biodiversity. \nFull disclosure: beavers are often seen from the viewing area\, so there’s a good chance that you’ll see at least one\, but we can’t guarantee it. But even if you don’t\, you will learn lots about them as well as witness their hard work whilst spending valuable time in nature. \nEach beaver watch will be carefully led by experienced wildlife guide Nick Patel. His respectful approach will minimise disturbance as the beavers’ wellbeing is always the priority. We ask that all attendees follow this approach. \nAbout your workshop leader\, Nick Patel: \nNick is a tour guide\, conservationist\, naturalist and birder and is passionate about helping to protect\, create and maintain British wildlife. A lifelong Birdwatcher\, and former Nature reserve Warden\, Nick has devoted his life to shouting about how amazing our native biodiversity is and just why we should care for it. \nNick says “Having led tours here at Heal Somerset for two years now\, I’ve witnessed first-hand the speed at which nature has already made a comeback. I’m super passionate about showing everyone who visits the site the wealth of wildlife bouncing back\, including some really beautiful species and fabulous rewilding habitats.”
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/twilight-beaver-watch/
LOCATION:Heal Somerset\, Lower West Barn Farm\, Bindon Lane\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 5HH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Animals,Environment,Nature,Sustainability,Talk,Walks
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heal Somerset":MAILTO:events@healrewilding.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Fashion Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Sustainable Fashion Week 2026!
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/sustainable-fashion-week-2026/
CATEGORIES:Clothing and textiles,Community,Crafts,Sustainability,Talk,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Everyone Needs Pockets":MAILTO:everyoneneedspockets@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Frome Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Bringing Carnival back to the lovely streets of Frome\, to celebrate our amazing community spirit with friends and family together again!Our evening carnival procession returns on Saturday 26th September 2026. \nFor the procession route\, please check Frome Carnival’s website.
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/frome-carnival/
LOCATION:Frome Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts,Charity event,Children,Community,Dance,Family,Fundraiser,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260927T083000
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SUMMARY:One-day writing retreat at Vallis Farm with Claire Jefferies
DESCRIPTION:By the end of September\, the back-to-work and school routines are running pretty smoothly\, making it the perfect time to take a day to focus on something you enjoy… \nJoin this one-day writing retreat to give yourself a quiet\, slow-paced day surrounded by nature; perfect for complete creative immersion. This is an opportunity for dedicated writing time\, away from all your daily distractions and obligations. Whether you need complete quiet or the buzz of conversation\, you should find a writing spot in the farmhouse or gardens to suit you. As the sun sets over the farm\, everyone is welcome to wind down from their day of deep focus with a sauna and swim in the outdoor natural pool. \nWho is this writing retreat for?\nYou are welcome if you enjoy writing in any form; if you want to dedicate time to the first chapter of your novel\, draft a podcast script or TV episode\, play with an idea for a children’s story\, or get a poem out of your head and onto the page\, this day can be for you. \nWhat to expect on the day\n• Welcome gathering to help you arrive in the space\n• Guided writing warm-up\n• Delicious breakfast and lunch\, healthy and indulgent snacks\, hot and cold drinks\n• Opportunities to connect with fellow writers\n• Informal salon: a chance to share practices\, discuss writing conundrums\, or get feedback \nBreaks\nYou are welcome to take a walk around the farm or surrounding Vallis Vale. You can also use the yoga room\, available for any kind of exercise! Feel free to bring books\, knitting or whatever else you like to do to relax. \nWho is hosting this retreat?\nClaire Jefferies is a Frome-based writer. She writes stories about a delightful bear called Honey and (by great contrast!) on food politics and culture. She works part-time at Vallis Farm\, so you’ll be welcomed by a host who knows the space well. Claire loves to cook and will be catering for you on the day. \nHow to book\nTickets are £179 and there are just 8 places on this retreat. Payment plans are available to support affordability. \nTo book your space\, enquire about a payment plan or ask a question about the day\, please send an email to Claire: missjefferies@gmail.com
URL:https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/event/one-day-writing-retreat-at-vallis-farm-with-claire-jefferies/
LOCATION:Vallis Farm\, Egford Hill\, Frome\, BA11 3JQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community,Environment,Health and wellbeing,Literature,Nature,Spoken word,Workshop
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