Celebrate Frome Festival's 25th anniversary with a gala launch of this year's programme, featuring Kairos Theatre's acclaimed musical "King of Fools" written by former Frome Festival director Martin Dimery. Set in the court of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Henry's famous jester, Will Sommers, finds himself the butt of the King's frustration as the royal […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
One of the most distinctive voices in jazz and improvised music, Mercury-nominated Laura Jurd's unique approach to the trumpet is celebrated in the work that she creates. A life-long, avid fan of 20th century icon, Miles Davis, this special one-off concert sees Laura leaning into the energy of Miles' later periods, 100 years on from […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
Frome's favourite free event returns to Market Yard with another celebration of amazing street food, music and entertainment. Sample delicious offerings from around the world and dance to a sensational collection of acts. Join Frome Street Bandits at St John's Church at 5pm for the procession through Frome to the Food Feast - bring banners […]
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 the South West. In this special July market, Frome Festival will once again take over the streets with music, drama, dance and performances of all […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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 the Frome Festival is the culmination of the popular monthly quizzes across the year - only with fabulous prizes! All proceeds go towards Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
Sir Tony Robinson has become Britain’s foremost face of popular history through his career as an actor, presenter and author. Delivering the 25th anniversary edition of the prestigious Bob Morris Lecture, he draws on his life and love of history by weaving tales from a long career making history and archaeology television.
Enjoy a night of poetry and be the first to hear the winning poems for the Crysse Morrison Prize for Poetry 2026, presented by judge Kate Fox. A stand-up poet, spoken word artist and broadcaster, Kate will also be performing some of her own poetry. Share your own works in a relaxed Open Mic.
Frome’s finest contemporary musicians join forces with stars from across the South West in a unique musical tribute to the region's historic residency of former Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I. Laura Jurd, Will Gregory, Martin Kolarides and other local luminaries explore Ethio-Jazz, a unique fusion of the traditions of jazz and African music. From 1936-1941(43) […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
The story of Alice Seeley Harris and how the photographs of the horrors she witnessed as a missionary in the Congo launched one of the first international human rights campaigns and led to the fall of Leopold II, among the richest and most powerful men in the world. David Heath is a well-known local speaker, […]
The Haydn Jeugd Strijk Orkest is one of the leading youth string orchestras in the Netherlands. A vibrant platform for young musical excellence, the ensemble brings together talented string players with many studying at leading European conservatoires. Enjoy a rich programme of string music including works by Purcell, Elgar, Mendelssohn and Vaughan-Williams.
Two of British folk’s most distinctive and highly regarded artists join together in a brand new inspired collaboration. BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards winner Jackie Oates is a celebrated singer and multi-instrumentalist widely known for her tender, arresting interpretations of traditional folk songs. Drawing on her Irish heritage, pianist and singer Belinda O’Hooley’s music showcases […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
Emma Sheppard saw for herself the inhumanity of the Victorian workhouse and made it her mission to reach out to those in poverty and need, and press for reform to a system which was empty of compassion and full of needless cruelty and neglect. David Heath is a well-known local speaker, and former Frome MP.
Maria Vega is an internationally recognised flamenco artist who blends traditional artistry with contemporary expression. She offers an introduction to flamenco, exploring rhythm and movement in an accessible and engaging way. No experience required.
Acclaimed as one of the world's finest classical guitarists and named on Classic FM's "100 Top Classical Musicians of Our Time", Xuefei Yang joins Madrid-born flamenco dancer Maria Vega to present a sparkling evening of authentic Spanish music and dance. Performing works from across Spain, the combination of Yang’s award-winning musicianship and Vega’s impressive choreography […]
Arguably the first true horror film, The Cabinet of Dr Caligari tells the story of a sinister hypnotist who uses a somnambulist, Cesare, to commit murders in a town defined by distorted, nightmarish sets. Returning for an annual highlight of the Frome Festival programme, organist David Bednall, one of Europe's finest improvisers, will provide the […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the Hidden Gardens of Frome. Explore the byways of Frome, enjoy gardens lovingly prepared by volunteers, treat yourself to a piece of cake and a cup of tea, or just wander around and have a chat. Join thousands of visitors discovering beautiful places across […]
NEW - LATE OPENING ON FRIDAY Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the Hidden Gardens of Frome. Explore the byways of Frome, enjoy gardens lovingly prepared by volunteers, treat yourself to a piece of cake and a cup of tea, or just wander around and have a chat. Join thousands […]
Frome’s wartime MP Mavis Tait was never dull. A committed feminist, she was never afraid to make her point, whether it was defeating Churchill on equal pay, seeing for herself life in the Somerset coalmines, or reporting back on the horrors of the Nazi extermination camps. David Heath is a well-known local speaker, and former […]
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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 is colouring-in. Activities are designed for anyone who has been seven-years-old. All adults to be accompanied by a child or children. No children to be […]
Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the Hidden Gardens of Frome. Explore the byways of Frome, enjoy gardens lovingly prepared by volunteers, treat yourself to a piece of cake and a cup of tea, or just wander around and have a chat. Join thousands of visitors discovering beautiful places across […]
A sparkling performance of Duke Ellington's jazz choral masterwork to celebrate Frome Festival's big anniversary. The performance stars acclaimed jazz singer Jacqui Dankworth, an all-star big band directed by Mike Daniels and Frome Festival's Silver Anniversary Chorus, with local singers from across our community. Over the past 25 years, Frome Festival has been proud to […]
A sparkling performance of Duke Ellington's jazz choral masterwork to celebrate Frome Festival's big anniversary. The performance stars acclaimed jazz singer Jacqui Dankworth, an all-star big band directed by Mike Daniels and Frome Festival's Silver Anniversary Chorus, with local singers from across our community. Over the past 25 years, Frome Festival has been proud to […]
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, emotive voice has bridged tradition and innovation, earning countless prestigious awards and accolades over a 30-year career. She remains a towering figure in Irish music.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
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. Curated by Lockhart Murdoch, Co-Chair of Frome Festival.
Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the Hidden Gardens of Frome. Explore the byways of Frome, enjoy gardens lovingly prepared by volunteers, treat yourself to a piece of cake and a cup of tea, or just wander around and have a chat. Join thousands of visitors discovering beautiful places across […]
Multi-award winning ‘comic genius’ (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4), Phil Ellis is going on his first full national stand-up tour. Following his three big award wins at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Phil presents his brand-new show ‘Bath Mat’, jam packed with laugh-out-loud profound silliness, superbly crafted gags and constant surprises. […]