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26/09/2025

Frome wine shop wins prestigious regional award

An independent wine shop and bar in Frome has won the South West Regional Retailer of the Year 2025 at the International Wine Challenge awards.

Givino, run by Jamie and Robbie Lymer offer a wide selection of quality affordable wines and gins from their premises on Frome Commerce Park and have built a growing reputation since opening in 2023.

The accolade, regarded as one of the most prestigious in the wine industry, celebrates independent retailers who demonstrate exceptional service, expertise and passion for wine.

“This award is a reflection of everything we stand for – from sourcing exciting wines directly from producers, to delivering a warm and personal service for our customers in Frome and across the South West,” said Jamie.

“This award is an amazing recognition of all the hard work the team has put in over the past year. It shows that our approach – combining passion, knowledge and genuine care for our customers – really makes a difference.”

Pictured: Jamie and Robbie at this year's Cheese Show

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26/09/2025

Age no barrier as 92-year-old wins Orchardleigh golf tournament

The Ladies’ section at Orchardleigh Golf Club saw a surprise victory last month, as 92-year-old Mary Lock claimed the prestigious Sally Lock Trophy.

Mary stormed the course, winning the two round Stableford competition, played on consecutive Thursdays.

“The competition took place when the course was still very dry and the weather reasonably settled, which reflected in some very high scoring,” said Sarah Doble from the club.

“Christine Arnold brought in the best score of round one with 42 points and Mary was close behind with 41. Carol Marquiss, Marion Underhill and Anne Regler all scored 39 points.

“In the second round the weather was not quite so hot and sunny which reflected in slightly lower scoring but Diana Bullock managed the best at 39 followed by Rachel Priddle with 38."

Pictured: Mary Lock (right) receiving the Sally Lock Trophy from Lady Captain Sue Marshall

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26/09/2025

Explore local and social history with new courses

A tutor for Frome Community Education is running a series of local and social history courses and sessions this autumn.

David Lassman has run a local history course for Frome Community Education since 2012, but has now created additional courses based on subjects he has researched for his own interest.

David said, “The course on the town’s history has become very popular over the years and has now established itself as a major part of the heritage landscape. Over the years, many of those who have participated in the course have gone on to secure key positions within Frome’s thriving historical scene.

“But when I was creating my programme for Frome Community Education this term, I felt there was enough research material on other subjects that are close to my heart.”

Pictured: David Lassman, course tutor

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25/09/2025

Gruffalo stars to open Whitehall’s magical Christmas Shop

Families are in for a festive treat this weekend as Whitehall Garden Centre gets ready to open its hugely popular Christmas Shop – and this year, some very special guests will be joining the celebrations.

Beloved children’s characters The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child will be at Whitehall’s Lacock centre during the opening weekend on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September, delighting visitors young and old.

The characters will be making special appearances throughout the weekend, with meet-and-greet sessions on both days at: 11am to 11.40am, 12pm to 12.40pm, 1pm to 1.40pm, 2pm to 2.40pm and 3pm to 3.30pm

They’ll also be roaming the centre at intervals, giving families plenty of opportunities for photos and festive fun.

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25/09/2025

Learn how to mend your clothes with free monthly workshops

Free workshops on how to mend your clothes will be running on the last Saturday of the month until the end of February, hosted by Everyone Needs Pockets.

The first workshop will run this Saturday, 27th September, at Frome Town Hall from 10.30am to 3.30pm. It forms part of Sustainable Fashion Week’s national focus to ‘Reclaim Fashion’, which culminates in a Flax and Nettle Day on Sunday, 5th October, hosted by the community flax project Sewing the Seeds Frome.

“You can learn how to mend your clothes, you learn on the job and get skills that will last a lifetime,” said Jill Philips, who organises the mending sessions that have supported more than 200 pieces of clothing to be fixed so far in Frome.

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25/09/2025

The latest issue of the Frome Times is out now.

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25/09/2025

Skatepark plans prompt discussion on inclusivity for girls and young women

Frome Town Council has voted to progress with building a new skatepark at Mary Baily Playing Field, following a majority vote at a recent council meeting.

However, the plans prompted a lengthy discussion among councillors and members of the public over whether they are inclusive enough for girls and young women.

At a meeting on Wednesday 27th August, councillors voted by majority to proceed with the project, which will replace the existing skatepark following a public consultation. The current facility, built 13 years ago at a cost of £34,000, is said to be ‘nearing the end of its life.’

The town council will now work with local volunteer-led group Frome Skatepark Project to develop the new skatepark, expected to cost up to £400,000. The site will be relocated closer to the children’s play park, with safety features to separate the two areas and a commitment to make the facility as accessible as possible.

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25/09/2025

Children’s supporters’ club to launch at Frome Town FC

A Frome Town FC Supporters’ Club for children is due to launch next month, giving local children the opportunity to be a part of the club’s community from a young age.

Frome Town Supporters’ Club Young Robbins is due to launch on 18th October for children aged 0 to 16 years old. On the day, children will be given the chance to walk out with the players as a mascot when Frome Town host Wi******er City.

“Our children are the fans of the future,” said one of the organisers, Wayne. “It’s all about getting children out in the fresh air to make friends and support their local side, instead of only watching football on the television.”

The Young Robbins club will cost £5 a season per child and will include a mini pack, key ring, stickers, a chance to be a mascot at the games and walk out with the players and a birthday card signed by the squad.

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24/09/2025

The Frome Agricultural and Cheese Show returned on Saturday 13th September, bringing thousands of visitors together for a day of celebrating the very best of food, farming, and, of course, cheese.

The day began with sunny weather, and the showground buzzed with energy from start to finish.

Despite rain in the latter part of the afternoon, visitors, traders and competitors remained in high spirits, showing their full support for the show.

At the heart of the day was the Global Cheese Awards, which once again showcased the finest cheesemaking from around the world. This year’s British and Irish Supreme Champion title was awarded to First Milk Cheese Company, Haverfordwest, for their Coloured Vintage Cheddar.

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See a full picture spread in this week’s issue of the Frome Times

24/09/2025

Sisters conquer Kilimanjaro in aid of water charity

Two Frome sisters have scaled 5,895 metres of Mount Kilimanjaro in support of a charity dedicated to transforming access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene for communities in Kenya.

Rachel and Jessica Brown undertook the gruelling expedition alongside a team of Edinburgh University students, where Rachel has recently graduated.

The sisters took on the challenge in aid of Dig Deep, which works with communities to implement practical solutions to bring clean water, safe toilets and good hygiene to those who need them most. Their efforts are helping the charity move closer to its mission of reaching over one million people with life-changing access to clean water and sanitation.

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23/09/2025

Show-stopping Frome Carnival rolls into town

A spectacular Frome Carnival took over the town last week in one of its biggest processions yet.

The colourful event was held on Saturday 20th September and began with the Children’s Carnival in the afternoon, which saw local children, groups, schools and dance and theatre ensembles in fancy dress parade through the roads around Victoria Park.

The evening procession then brought more carnival cheer, with 54 entries, including themed floats, fancy dress and lively music, entertaining crowds which lined the street from the Marston Trading Estate to the town centre.

“We felt it went really well; it was a really good community-spirited carnival,” said one of the organisers, Mandy Morgan. “Everybody on the route was clapping and left in good spirits. There is so much doom and gloom in the world; we all need a lift, and all of our entries were absolutely amazing."

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See a full picture spread in this week’s issue of the Frome Times

23/09/2025

Arrests made in Frome following public order offences

Two people were arrested in Frome following public order offences on Saturday 20th September.

Police were called to an assault in the Market Yard at around 6pm. A man suffered injuries not thought to be life-threatening and was assessed by paramedics at the scene and discharged.

Avon and Somerset Police said, “A juvenile male was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon, was searched and a suspected offensive weapon was located. Due to the suspect’s age, he was returned to his home and will be interviewed at a later date.”

Another man, who was wanted by police, was also arrested on suspicion of committing a public order offence in a separate incident on Bridge Street around 8.40pm.

Avon and Somerset Police said, “Another man, who was wanted by police, was also arrested on suspicion of committing a public order offence in a separate incident on Bridge Street around 8.40pm on Saturday 20 September and was held in custody until the next available court date.”

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