A mostly level walk on country roads, good footpaths and forest tracks, exploring Longbridge Deverill and the historic area of Southleigh Woods. One uneven section, otherwise good underfoot and no stiles. Toilets and refreshments available at the pub at the end of the walk. Free parking courtesey of The George Inn. Walk starts at The […]
This moderate 2-mile walk will visit Frome’s Commonwealth War Graves. There are over 50 Commonwealth War Graves Commissions (CWGC) graves in Frome – dates range from 1915 to 1947. They are located in St John’s, Holy Trinity, Vallis Rd. (Dissenters) and Christ Church – the walk will visit these locations and complete at the Frome […]
Geors Richards leads this 1.5 hour workshop for complete beginners, teaching the basic Nordic walking technique. Poles will be provided. Suitable for all fitness levels. Walk starts from Frome Cricket Club, Rodden Road, BA11 2AH. To book you space please email Geors Richards. Part of Frome Walking Festival
A guided heritage walk looking at some of the Victorian and Edwardian social history of the town of Frome. What is ‘kind’ and what is ‘unkind’? Has the definition changed over time? Is kindness shown in the material history of our town? Or is true kindness always a private act between friends and neighbours, private […]
Unfortunately this walk has been cancelled. Back by popular demand from Rare Species Theatre Company creators of cult hit “Frome - The Fecund Coming” and Mojo Moves. Join eminent whistorian Virginia Saggers on a silent disco walking tour of Frome. This year we celebrate the rich heritage of the town in touching cloth - a […]
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. Medium level: will require walking boots or wellies as it may be muddy in places. There is some uneven ground and a style to get over. Walk starts from […]
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 including Thomas Bunn, Clara Grant, Edward Cockey and Alice Seeley. The walk does involve walking up and down some of the hilly streets of Frome. […]
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 toilets on this walk. This walk is lead by Les Stather. Please make sure you get there early as the walk leaves at 10am on […]
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 surfaces, mainly tarmac. Walk starts from the Cheese and Grain car park, Market Yard, BA11 1BE. To book this walk please email Katie Wood. Part […]
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 […]
