…On Remembrance Sunday this walk will visit many of the war graves that exist in the town’s churchyards. They include those of the fallen from both the First and Second World Wars. Also included on this 75 minute walk is the grave of Frome’s only Victoria Cross recipient. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…Writing can be a solitary occupation and so authors, editors, copy-writers, journalists and more are invited for a relaxing walk along the river path to Mells and back via Vallis Vale with David Hamilton – to share some spots full of inspiration and some tales of their work. This walk will take approximately 3 hours. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…A circular 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. Led by Rich Ackroyd, this walk is approximately 7 miles and will take about four hours. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…Take a journey through Frome to discover some significant and little-known aspects of its rich and varied past. From buildings and streets to people and events, the walk highlights fascinating aspects of the town’s history, including stories of UFO sightings, a world-famous Roman coin hoard, local inns and the search for underground tunnels. This walk lasts approximately 45 minutes. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…Let Cheryl lead you on a merry dance through the cobbled streets of Somerset’s famous market town. Learn some facts (& some fiction) about the town’s landmarks and musical history and get the insider info on the town as we bust out some moves along the route to Disco, 80s, 90s and beyond. This walk lasts 45 minutes. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…A special buggy walk for those who want to socialise and enjoy being outside. A circular walk, approximately two miles at a moderate pace for an hour. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…Join local author and ancient tree specialist Julian Hight on a walk to see some of Frome’s most majestic trees and hear about their history, lore and descendants. The easy walk will include Millennium Green and Rodden Meadow and take around an hour and a half. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…Following on from the major exhibition at Frome Heritage Museum earlier this year, this 75 minute walk will visit locations associated with several of the women being celebrated. These include Christina Rossetti, Betty Trask, Alice Seeley (Lady Harris), Elizabeth Rowe and Clara Grant. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….
…A 4-hour circular walk following field paths and quiet lanes, through woodland around the edge of the Longleat estate, taking in Roddenbury Hill Fort and East Woodlands church. Part of Frome’s Walking Festival 2022….