Events

  • TECHMEOUT FEAT. THE LAST DJ

    The Tunnels 23 Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Techmeout, a Frome-based promoter known for authentic underground techno events and carefully curated line-ups, presents a special Frome Festival show featuring Nick Hayes, aka The Last DJ. The Leeds artist […]

    £10
  • WE ARE ALL SONAMBULISTS

    Bistro Lotte 23 Catherine St, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Let a ghost guide your footsteps through the history, mystery and music of Frome. All you need is a smartphone and a pair of legs. We urge you to use […]

    Free
  • JOHN HEGLEY – THE FISH AND SHIPS WORKSHOP

    The Awesome Studio The Station, Station Approach, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join John Hegley for an opportunity for writing drawing and drawing out the creative. No experience required, just experiences. There is optional sharing and singing. There is mandolin playing. There […]

    £5
  • CHAPEL BARTON LOOMS

    CHAPEL BARTON LOOMS
    The Old Sunday School 4 Chapel Barton, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Marie-Louise MacLeay has dedicated over 15 years to preserving Frome's rich weaving heritage, sharing her passion with others. This remarkable collection of working floor, table, and upright looms is located […]

    Free
  • FROME OPEN ART TRAIL

    FROME OPEN ART TRAIL
    Across Frome Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    Free
  • IAN MARLOW SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

    Ian Marlow Sculpture The Sculpture Garden Ebenezer Chapel, Buckland Dinham, Somerset, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    Free
  • FROME AND NON-CONFORMITY WALK

    Frome and Non-Conformity
    St John's Church Church Steps, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    In the post-Restoration period Frome became a major centre of non-conformity, with many places of worship being built within the town. This walk will visit several of them (exteriors only) […]

    £10
  • HIDDEN GARDENS OF FROME

    Hidden Gardens of Frome
    Across Frome Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **Please note that Gardens #8 and #26 are unable to open this year. We apologise for any inconvenience** Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the […]

    £7
  • WEST AFRICAN DANCE WORKSHOP – LIVE DRUMMING

    Rook Lane Chapel Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Immerse yourself in the power of West African dance with this family-friendly workshop in traditional Senegalese style. Move with big, dynamic steps to the pulse of live drumming, led by […]

    £12
  • MORRIS DANCING WORKSHOP

    The Round Tower Black Swan Arts, 2 Bridge St, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join the Bathampton Morris Men for a taster Cotswold Morris Dancing Session. Bring comfortable shoes, two handkerchiefs, lots of energy and enthusiasm and go home with a smile on your […]

    Free
  • SOMERSET AND WILTSHIRE INDEPENDENT STITCH HUB OPEN DAY

    Christ Church Parish Hall Park Road, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Somerset and Wiltshire Independent Stitch Hub is a well established group of diverse textile artists, working in a variety of techniques from traditional stitch to creative design and stitch using […]

    Free
  • ARGENTOUS

    Argentous
    Silk Mill Studios Merchants Barton Saxonvale, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    A collaborative art installation including ceramics, textiles, painting, jewellery, photography, glass and mixed media. Silk Mill artists and associates explore the brief Argentous (of silver), culminating in an informal showing […]

    Free
  • CHRIST CHURCH SINGERS – O RADIANT DAWN!

    Christ Church Christchurch Street West, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Christ Church Singers and director Alan Burgess present a gorgeous bouquet of sacred and secular songs including The Gallant Weaver by James MacMillan, Flower Songs and Hymn to St Cecilia […]

    £12
  • RAVING RASCALS – FROME FESTIVAL SPECIAL

    The Awesome Studio The Station, Station Approach, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Frome Festival, get ready… Raving Rascals returns with a high-energy, family-friendly rave experience packed with Drum & Bass, UKG, and Jungle. Expect rolling basslines, skippy breakbeats, feel-good garage grooves, and […]

    £4.50
  • ANDREW MILLER & EMMA CRAIGIE – THE LAND IN WINTER

    Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Andrew Miller talks to Emma Craigie about ‘The Land in Winter’, his Booker-shortlisted, ‘word-of-mouth favourite’ novel, set in Somerset during the Great Freeze of 1962-3. As the relentless snow creates […]

    £12
  • PADDINGTON’S FIRST CONCERT & THE OWL AND THE PUSSYCAT

    Rise | Whittox Gallery | Rye Bakery Cafe Whittox Lane, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    A magical double bill for all ages! Paddington’s First Concert (by Michael Bond with music by Herbert Chappell) follows everyone’s favourite bear from his arrival in London, to his first […]

    £7.50
  • AFRO SALSA DANCE WORKSHOP – LIVE MUSIC

    Rook Lane Chapel Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join an electrifying afro salsa workshop led by an internationally renowned dancer and choreographer from Senegal. Move to the irresistible rhythms of live music, blending vibrant African roots with a […]

    £12
  • CANCELLED – TOYBOX MAKEOVER

    The Awesome Studio The Station, Station Approach, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled. Ticket bookers - please check emails regarding refund** After last year’s busy workshop creating everything from teddy top hats […]

    £10
  • CANCELLED – MORE FUNK, LESS DRUNK

    Loud Mouth Cafe Black Swan Arts, 2 Bridge Street Frome, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled. Ticket bookers - please check emails regarding refund** More Funk, Less Drunk brings big energy to Frome Festival with […]

    £8
  • IMPROVISATIONISTS – VOCAL IMPROV PERFORMANCE

    St Mary's Church Hall, Innox Hill Innox Hill, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    A group of experienced Vocal Improvisationists will create spontaneous sound worlds to soothe, enliven and entertain you. With opportunities to participate or just sit back and enjoy. What will happen? […]

    £10
  • SOLD OUT – CARA DILLON – A FROME FESTIVAL SPECIAL

    Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join Cara Dillon and Sam Lakeman as they perform songs from across her celebrated catalogue and celebrate the town they call home in this special Frome Festival programme. Cara’s stunning, […]

    £23
  • SURA SUSSO AND AMADOU DIAGNE

    Rook Lane Chapel Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Celebrate the rich heritage of West Africa with internationally acclaimed kora virtuoso Sura Susso and formidable percussionist Amadou Diagne. Blending the timeless beauty of kora music with contemporary flair, their […]

    £20
  • POSTPONED – THE DOOKS

    The Sun Inn 6 Catherine Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **The Dooks gig will be rescheduled due to the football (Far-Cue WILL be playing at The Sun Inn on Friday 10th)** Back home in Buzzard County, The Dooks are known […]

    Free
  • POSTPONED – DIG FOR FIRE

    Owen's Sausages & Hams Unit 3.3 The Station, Station Approach, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **This event will be rescheduled due to the football** Dig For Fire brings alternative jams on vinyl to Frome Festival. Owen’s Sausages & Hams transforms into Frome’s own dive bar, […]

    Free
  • SYNAESTHESIA

    Silk Mill Merchants Barton Saxonvale, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **NOTE: The organisers of Synaesthesia will be accommodating football fans by showing the England v. Norway quarter-finals on a big screen in the Silk Mill courtyard, including commentary. The Gallery […]

    £12
  • WE ARE ALL SONAMBULISTS

    Bistro Lotte 23 Catherine St, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Let a ghost guide your footsteps through the history, mystery and music of Frome. All you need is a smartphone and a pair of legs. We urge you to use […]

    Free
  • BEATS FOR BREAKFAST AT RYE CAFE

    Rise | Whittox Gallery | Rye Bakery Cafe Whittox Lane, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Start your Sunday with a Frome Festival Beats for Breakfast at RYE Bakery Cafe on Whittox Lane. The resident DJ will play a vinyl set while the kitchen serves brunch, […]

    Free
  • PRANAFREQS | FREQ FOR ALL

    Victoria Park - Bandstand Victoria Park, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    PRANAFREQS presents a free family event built on the motto Sound Movement Presence. The session features interactive practices to CONNECT ages 8 to 88 and BYOND. ​Supporting community, a 1:1 […]

    Free
  • SUMMER ART CAR BOOT

    Cattle Market Car Park 2 Bridge Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Artists, craftspeople and designer-makers will be selling their work directly to the public at the Summer Art Car Boot, organised by Black Swan Arts, Frome's community arts centre. You'll find […]

    Free
  • FROME OPEN ART TRAIL

    FROME OPEN ART TRAIL
    Across Frome Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    Free
  • IAN MARLOW SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

    Ian Marlow Sculpture The Sculpture Garden Ebenezer Chapel, Buckland Dinham, Somerset, United Kingdom

    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 […]

    Free
  • HIDDEN GARDENS OF FROME

    Hidden Gardens of Frome
    Across Frome Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **Please note that Gardens #8 and #26 are unable to open this year. We apologise for any inconvenience** Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the […]

    £7
  • SHORT STORY COMPETITIONS – PRIZE-GIVING EVENT

    Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage Bath Road, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join Frome Writers Collective for a wonderful celebration of local, regional and international writing talent. The winners of the Young Writer Competition and the Frome Writers in Residence contest will […]

    Free
  • CHAPEL BARTON LOOMS

    CHAPEL BARTON LOOMS
    The Old Sunday School 4 Chapel Barton, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Marie-Louise MacLeay has dedicated over 15 years to preserving Frome's rich weaving heritage, sharing her passion with others. This remarkable collection of working floor, table, and upright looms is located […]

    Free
  • ARGENTOUS

    Argentous
    Silk Mill Studios Merchants Barton Saxonvale, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    A collaborative art installation including ceramics, textiles, painting, jewellery, photography, glass and mixed media. Silk Mill artists and associates explore the brief Argentous (of silver), culminating in an informal showing […]

    Free
  • FASHIONABLE FAITH – DISPLAYS

    St John's Church Church Steps, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Glamour and glory! Back by popular demand, Fashionable Faith will give you an expert guide through the history and meaning of Christian dress. Admire the detail of our embroidery, be […]

    Free
  • VOCAL IMPROV WORKSHOP

    St Mary's Church Hall, Innox Hill Innox Hill, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    An afternoon of improvising joy for confident singers. Explore forms and structures to co-create spontaneous music, plus some free Vocal Improvisation. Facilitated by Joanna Harvey who has 7 years experience […]

    £35
  • THE WILDLIFE PARADE

    Market Place Market Place, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join Frome Town Council in celebrating the first ever We Are Nature: Wildlife Parade in Frome on Sunday 12 July! Children, families and community groups are welcome to enjoy this […]

    Free
  • FROME HERITAGE TREE WALK

    FROME HERITAGE TREE WALK
    Cheese & Grain Market Yard, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Join local author and heritage tree specialist Julian Hight on this ever-popular walk to see some of Frome's most majestic trees, and hear about their history, legacy and lore. This […]

    £12
  • JACKDAWS SONGBIRDS

    Christ Church Christchurch Street West, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    The wayfaring singers of Jackdaws Songbirds have flown around the globe, gathering songs from the Arctic to the Equator, time-travelling across centuries to bring home a battered, bulging suitcase of […]

    Free
  • CANCELLED – FASHIONABLE FAITH – WALK AND TALK

    St John's Church Church Steps, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled** Glamour and glory! Back by popular demand, Fashionable Faith will give you an expert guide through the history and […]

    £7
  • WINE VS BEER CHEESE PAIRING SHOWDOWN

    Saddle Goose Winery & Cellar Door Unit D Station Approach, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Saddle Goose Winery are hosting a wine vs beer cheese pairing match up with local brewery Somer Valley. Five cheeses meet their perfectly paired wine and beer in a flavour […]

    £30
  • CANCELLED – CHARITY SILENT DISCO FOR FAMILIES

    Frome Masonic Hall 18 North Parade, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    **We regret to inform you that this event has been cancelled. If you would like to support WHY, please consider their Bucks Quiz Beach Party Special on 25th July** Join […]

    £5
  • JAZZ, MADE IN FROME – FROME FESTIVAL’S BIG JAZZ CELEBRATION 2026

    The Tunnels 23 Bath Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Curated by acclaimed Frome-based jazz pianist John Law, enjoy a sparkling programme of top class jazz musicians living in and around Frome. The programme features delicate chamber groups - Keith […]

    £10
  • PROFESSOR KEITH BARNHAM – AN ALL-RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY FOR FROME

    Frome Town Hall Christchurch Street West, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Emeritus Professor of Physics at Imperial College London, Prof. Keith Barnham considers how Frome could become the first UK town with an all-renewable electricity supply from wind and solar power. […]

    £5
  • THE POWER OF WRITING AND READING MEMOIR

    Archangel 1 King Street, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Lily Dunn talks to Harriet Derioz about the importance of memoir in our fragmented times, as a transformative experience for both writer and reader. A discussion about life - writing […]

    £10
  • A-Z OF FROME

    A-Z of Frome
    Cheese & Grain Market Yard, Frome, Somerset, United Kingdom

    Loosely based on the book of the same name, this walk will chronicle alphabetically the history of the town, from Aldhelm, the founder of Frome, to the Zion Congregational Church, […]

    £10
  • MELLS SUMMER OPERA

    St Andrews Church, Mells 9 New Street,, Mells, Somerset, United Kingdom

    From the birth of opera to the full flowering of the Baroque, this programme traces love, loss and transcendence across a century of musical theatre. Featuring music by Monteverdi, Purcell, […]

    £22