The Frome Independent is an award-winning, destination street market, reclaiming Frome's high street once a month to showcase the best independent craftspeople, designers, makers, food producers and vintage traders in […]
Discover the untold history of these intriguing warrior-monks who have fascinated the world for over 700 years. Across this day of talks, expert speakers will reveal the stories behind 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 […]
Celebrate Frome Festival's silver anniversary by exploring images from the last 25 years. Explore memories from events and activities across Frome that helped make Frome Festival what it is today. […]
Celebrate Frome Festival's silver anniversary by exploring images from the last 25 years. Explore memories from events and activities across Frome that helped make Frome Festival what it is today. […]
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 […]
Join local author and Magic Quill founder Clemency Brown for a fun and inspiring creative writing workshop to celebrate the release of her children’s fantasy adventure Wishbound. Create your own […]
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 […]
This joint exhibition with Photo|Frome presents searing photographs by Frome resident Alice Seeley (1870–1970) in King Leopold II’s Congo Free State. Using her Kodak camera, she documented the mutilation of […]
Over three days, Tibetan monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery make a Peace Mandala, representing a Buddha’s earthly palace using millions of grains of coloured sand. Watch the intricate design build […]
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 […]
Discover the magical sound of Khöömii. Open to anyone who wishes to explore the harmonic nature of their voice. Led by the UK’s most experienced teachers and performers. Listen to […]
Frome Art for Wellbeing present a selection of members paintings, prints and cards. Most of the original works are for sale with profits going to our artists. Take the opportunity […]
Floral and visual displays by the people of St John’s Church, Frome Floral Art Society and local schools on the theme ‘Wonders of Creation’. The displays will be based on […]
Head to The Tunnels for an all-day celebration of Afro dance music and vibrant South African flavours. Expect high-energy DJs, uplifting rhythms, and a dance floor that moves from afternoon […]
Award-winning classicist and historian Emily Hauser blends archaeology, literature and myth to uncover the real women behind Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. From Helen of Troy, Cassandra and Aphrodite to Circe, […]
Step beyond the veil of the everyday and into the aromatic world of The Haunts Curiosity Shoppe. In this immersive two-hour masterclass you will journey through ol'factory experiences to: - […]
Frome's premier trad jazz band will be making their annual visit to delightful setting of the Blue House garden. Sit out on the lawn, enjoy light refreshments supplied by Frome […]
Enjoy an afternoon of bowls in the lovely surroundings of Frome Selwood Bowling Club. Bowls incorporates gentle exercise with social and competitive games, and is suitable for all abilities and […]
Nunney Acoustic Cafe is bringing its unique vibe to Victoria Park as part of Frome Festival! Enjoy all the usual warmth and joy of the regular live music event, now […]
A chance to meet the Tashi Lhunpo Monks of Tibet. Try prayer flag printing, butter sculpture using the chagpurs for sand mandala making, and make a dukar wheel, which can […]
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 […]
An intimate reimagining of Genet’s The Maids, set in contemporary Frome and performed at the Archangel. In a curated bedroom of shabby-chic luxury and new-age calm, two local cleaners rehearse […]
Step beyond the veil of the everyday and into the aromatic world of The Haunts Curiosity Shoppe. In this immersive two-hour masterclass you will journey through ol'factory experiences to: - […]
A traditional church service with beautiful music for choir and organ, a peaceful oasis in a busy world. The music includes “Expectans expectavi” by Charles Wood (1866-1926), the Magnificat and […]
The four groups of the One Voice Community Choir gather together to present a summer evening of joyful music. Pop hits spanning 70 years, show tunes and movie melodies will […]
This extraordinary film documents the ill-fated attempt at the summit by Mallory and Irvine. From December 1924 to October 1925, Captain John Noel promoted his film around Europe accompanied by […]
Support Frome’s child and family charity, Purple Elephant, at its Fundraising Ceilidh. With music from Steppin’ Tones, inspired by traditional British and Irish culture, their experienced ‘caller’ guides everyone clearly […]
Band of Pilgrims is a four piece group of local musicians led by Kevin de Las Casas blending folk and blues traditions. Expect a wide range of melodic original compositions, […]
Bistro Lotte is turning up the volume, lights and competitive spirit with internationally acclaimed host Chris Fitchew. Chris has brought his electric, larger-than-life energy to iconic festival stages including Wilderness Festival and Glastonbury Festival, […]
The Fez Comedy Club in association with Edge Street Live presents Nigel Planer in Young Once - A Life Less Heavy. Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The […]
Two award-winning musicians - Nicola Meecham (piano) & Claudia Huckle (contralto) - team up to perform two remarkable works; Schubert’s Sonata in A major D959 and Wagner’s Wesendonck Lieder WWV […]
Join the Tashi Lhunpo monks to celebrate HH the Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday with traditional morning prayers. His Holiness is Patron of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery and beloved spiritual leader of […]
Celebrate Frome Festival's silver anniversary by exploring images from the last 25 years. Explore memories from events and activities across Frome that helped make Frome Festival what it is today. […]
Celebrate Frome Festival's silver anniversary by exploring images from the last 25 years. Explore memories from events and activities across Frome that helped make Frome Festival what it is today. […]
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 […]
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 […]
During the uprising of 1685, the Duke of Monmouth and his rebel army came to Frome. This walk follows in their footsteps within the town, taking in key locations of […]
A visual arts and activities display featuring ancient and modern, classic and contemporary, typed and pictorial Bibles for adults and children to browse through.
Writing for renewal, resilience and transformation. In this writing workshop, author, educator and Focusing Practitioner, Kylie Fitzpatrick, shares simple but powerful writing practices for reconnecting with ourselves, finding inspiration, and […]
Over three days, Tibetan monks from Tashi Lhunpo Monastery make a Peace Mandala, representing a Buddha’s earthly palace using millions of grains of coloured sand. Watch the intricate design build […]
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 […]
Frome Art for Wellbeing present a selection of members paintings, prints and cards. Most of the original works are for sale with profits going to our artists. Take the opportunity […]
Floral and visual displays by the people of St John’s Church, Frome Floral Art Society and local schools on the theme ‘Wonders of Creation’. The displays will be based on […]
Discover the meditational and therapeutic power of these amazing instruments. Michael & Candida have been teachers, performers and therapeutic sound practitioners for over 30 years. Receive a singing bowl sound […]
Archbishop of Canterbury Thomas Cranmer was significant in establishing today’s Church of England. During the reformation he shaped Protestant belief, and wrote the Book of Common Prayer. Condemned for heresy […]
Jane Osmani-Pearce and David Turner offer a varied programme of late romantic and contemporary music for flute and piano. Works will include Carl Reinecke’s wonderful and exuberant Flute Concerto in […]
Holy Trinity Church, built in 1836-38, is home to a world-class collection of stained glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones and the William Morris workshops. Former Vicar Rob Martin will give […]
STORIES OF THE DALAI LAMA – Alison Murdoch DALAI LAMA DAY – CELEBRATE THE 91ST BIRTHDAY OF HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA Born in 1935 in a remote Tibetan village, […]
A unique instrumental line exploring the links between Indian and western classical, modern jazz, folk and western popular music. Expect to be lead into new soundscapes and down rarely trod […]
Holy Trinity Church, built in 1836-38, is home to a world-class collection of stained glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones and the William Morris workshops. Former Vicar Rob Martin will give […]
Step into deep relaxation with a heart-opening cacao ceremony and transformative sound bath. Experience the healing vibrations of crystal bowls, gongs and more as you reconnect with yourself. Hosted by […]
The medieval Bayeux Tapestry will travel from France to the British Museum this year. In advance of this momentous loan, Dave will consider how the Bayeux Tapestry has shaped our […]
In conversation with Helena Drysdale, Winnie M Li explores her critically acclaimed third novel, What We Left Unsaid. Winnie’s writing explores gender and racial inequality, trauma, and displacement. She holds […]
Miranda Dodd (baroque violin and recorder), Matthew Dodd (baroque bassoon) and Matthew Nisbet (archlute, theorbo and baroque guitar) formed Ebble Baroque to share their love of Renaissance and Baroque music. […]
Do you know your St. Aldhelm from your Saint Agur? Pull together a team of four players and settle in for a lively night of trivia! this annual fixture of […]
Journey through the sounds and colours of Inner Asia from Tibet to the steppes. Experience Singing Bowls, Mongolian Khöömii overtone voicing and music alongside Tibetan monastic chant and magnificent masked […]
Curated by acclaimed Frome-based jazz pianist John Law, enjoy a sparkling programme of top class jazz musicians living in and around Frome. Blow away the Monday evening blues with three […]
Looking for something new to try? Why not give bowls a shot, a sport for any age and ability. An experienced bowler will be on hand to give you some […]
