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28/11/2025

Dementia singing group members meet Tony Christie

Members of a Frome dementia singing group met veteran singer Tony Christie recently when he performed at the Cheese and Grain.

Organisers of Songs for the Memory, Debby Webster and Janet Knowles, along with group members, met the singer during his visit to Frome last month as part of his Great Farewell tour.

“Tony Christie was magnificent; it was a masterclass thoroughly enjoyed by everyone from the group who also went,” said Debby.

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Pictured L-R: Debby, Tony Christie and Janet

27/11/2025

Father Christmas set for fundraising journey around Frome

The Frome Rotary and Lions Santa Float will be making its way around the town and surrounding areas to raise funds for local causes in the run-up to Christmas.

The float, which has been travelling around Frome at Christmas for over 50 years, will start on Monday 1st December and travel around the town with volunteers before finishing its rounds on 22nd December.

Frome Rotary Club President Richard Lines said, “Frome Rotary Club is delighted to be heading out during December to help Santa as he brings joy to all Frome residents. Santa has also allowed us the night off on 3rd December, the anniversary of our club charter, as we hold a Gala Event at Orchardleigh to celebrate past and present members who have supported the Frome community for 100 years.”

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27/11/2025

All about Bath at next society lecture

The next lecture by the Frome Society will focus on Bath as a World Heritage Site, recognised as one of the ‘Great Spa Towns of Europe.’

The talk will be held on Saturday 29th November, delivered by Paul Simons in the Assembly Rooms, at the rear of the Frome Memorial Theatre.

Organisers say, “In July 2021, UNESCO selected Bath, along with eleven other towns, to form a new multi-site inscription of the Great Spa Towns of Europe, but it took ten years of research and documentation to get there. In 2011, Paul was appointed Secretary General of the UNESCO project for the Great Spa Towns of Europe and during the following ten years steered the project to achievement."

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It is advisable to book a place through the Society’s website due to the popularity of the talks www.fsls.org.uk

26/11/2025

Frome chef nominated for Waterstones’ Book of the Year

A pasta cookbook by a Frome-based chef and restaurateur has been shortlisted for this year’s Waterstones’ Book of the Year.

Frome resident Tim Siadatan graduated from the first intake at Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen. He has become synonymous with bold Italian cooking and has worked at various high-end restaurants in London, as well as opening his own London restaurant called Trullo, with his business partner.

His new book, Padella, includes recipes such as a low and slow spicy pork ragu to creamy gorgonzola gnocchi and rich tomato cannelloni.

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26/11/2025

Festive cheer comes to Frome with Christmas Craft Market

Festive shoppers will have the chance to pick up unique handmade gifts when the Cheese and Grain hosts its Christmas Craft Market later this month.

The event takes place on Saturday 29 November from 9am to 2pm and will feature a wide range of stalls from local and independent makers.

“The Cheese and Grain will be transformed into a bustling showcase of creativity and craftsmanship, featuring an array of local and independent artisans,” said Olivia Dimery from the Cheese and Grain. “Shoppers can browse and buy beautifully handcrafted gifts, including art, cards, pottery, jewellery, knitted items and much more – ideal for finding that unique Christmas present.

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25/11/2025

Share Shop explores fresh ideas to reopen

The Share Shop team are exploring ways of re-opening in the town, following its closure last year.

Share Shop Trustee Cllr Anne Hills said at Frome’s full town council meeting last month that the team are exploring ways which the service could ‘come out of hibernation.’ The shop enables residents to borrow some of the 800 items available, including arts and crafts, DIY and decorating, tools, household items, leisure and camping equipment, kitchen items and games and more.

“We have got lots of irons in the fire,” said Cllr Anne Hills. “One of the possible ways of us coming out of a hibernation is to have a distributed service around the town, so different categories of items in different locations so that we start back in a small way, in a controlled way.”

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25/11/2025

Storytelling at Frome pub

A local trio of traditional story lovers are calling in tellers and listeners for a gathering this month.

Frome Storytelling Circle is a home for myth, wonder and the listening of traditional oral stories and folk tales. They will be hosting a storytelling event upstairs at The Three Swans pub on King Street on Thursday 27th November.

Organisers, Lara, Jed and Steph are inviting residents to bring a story to tell or just come and listen in a relaxed and welcoming space.

Lara said, “My childhood love of tales of fantasy, myth and jokes drew me towards exploring the power and shared pleasure of stories. I have used storytelling in my work with adults with learning disabilities and with young people with communication difficulties and enjoy sharing stories in a community setting. I’ve also had the pleasure of training with traditional storyteller Shonaleigh Cumbers.”

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24/11/2025

Frome’s Cara Dillon brings winter show to town

One of the most celebrated Irish folk singers, Cara Dillon, will once again bring her much-loved Christmas tour to Frome.

Cara Dillon will perform Upon a Winter’s Night at the Cheese and Grain on Thursday 18th December, with a collection of modern and ancient carols performed with her Celtic band.

Cara, who has been a Frome resident for nearly 24 years and is a patron of the Cheese and Grain, said, “I’ve been lucky enough to perform at the Cheese and Grain many, many times. I think this year must be the fifth or sixth time I’ll be performing my Christmas show there and I just cannot wait.

“There will be so many familiar faces in the audience, which makes it feel very special. For me, it really is a show like no other.”

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24/11/2025

Discover Frome produces guide to Christmas markets

A guide to Christmas markets and fairs, offering ideas for all your gifting needs, has been put together by Discover Frome.

Festive markets run throughout most of November and December, including the regular weekly markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays outside Frome Library, the monthly Farmers’ Market on the Boyle Cross and the Flea and Collectables Market at the Cheese and Grain.

This year, there are a mix of festive markets, maker fairs, a vegan fair, a school fair and more running from mid-November through until just before Christmas for any last-minute shopping.

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More events are added on a regular basis to the Discover Frome website. Stay up to date with what is on and plan ahead for your gift-buying with the 2025 Christmas markets and fairs guide, here: https://buff.ly/uYzeh4A

23/11/2025

The Good Heart cafe reopens

Frome’s much-loved community cafe at The Good Heart is open again, welcoming everyone for free hot drinks and a selection of cakes and sweet treats.

The cafe will be open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11.30am to 2.30pm and continues its Pay It Forward tradition, allowing visitors to enjoy a drink or treat through the kindness of others, or to pass on their own generosity to future guests.

The venue’s new manager, Lyndsey Mayhew, said, “The Good Heart is all about kindness in action – a space where everyone feels welcome, seen and valued. We’re excited to reopen our doors and bring people together again over a cup of something warm.”

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If you would like to find out about volunteering at The Good Heart or the Kindness Festival, contact [email protected].

Pictured: Manager Lyndsey Mayhew with volunteer Mary

23/11/2025

Sign up for free lunch on Christmas Day

A group of volunteers are partnering with Fair Frome to organise a free event for the community on Christmas Day.

Everyone is welcome to this friendly and informal event but places should be booked by Friday 28th November to secure a spot.

The organisers welcome anyone who would like some company on the day itself. Families, couples and individuals can enjoy a free two-course festive lunch with all the trimmings and special gifts.

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Pictured: last year’s lunch

23/11/2025

Local campaigners continue work for Palestinian aid

In the last 18 months, the Frome Friends of Palestine group has raised over £33,600 for humanitarian action and aid in Palestine.

The group says the funds have been raised through the efforts of thousands of local residents, including Palestinian, Jewish and wider Middle Eastern communities.

A spokesperson for the group said, “Events have involved fundraising, talks from international experts and journalists on a wide range of topics, plus family-friendly, peaceful protests.

“Beyond the funds raised, these community gatherings provide a crucial space for residents to collectively process their deep distress and grief over the ongoing genocide. The opportunity to express empathy and solidarity has offered significant respite and mutual support. "

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Pictured: A Concert for Palestine with Eddie Martin and Friends at the Cheese and Grain

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