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Frome (/ˈfruːm/ ( listen) FROOM) is a town and civil parish in eastern Somerset, England. Located at the eastern end of the Mendip Hills, the town is built on uneven high ground, and centres on the River Frome. The town is approximately 13 miles (21 km) south of Bath, 43 miles (69 km) east of the county town, Taunton and 107 miles (172 km) west of London. In the 2011 census, the population was given as 26,203. The town is in the Mendip district of Somerset and is part of the parliamentary constituency of Somerton and Frome.
Restaurants in Frome
1. Seymour Arms
2. St John the Baptist Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By The_Loup_Garou - Phoenix, United States
After a few meetings in London, we got to take a break, and explore the countryside around Frome, with a friend, who is from the area. She wanted to “show us her England,” and we were so honored to accompany her, all over the area for 3 wonderful Autumn days in September. We got a “tour” from her, of the lovely St John the Baptist Church in Frome, and what a lovely church it was. Located in the “heart of Frome,” it is easily accessible, and really just a short walk from anywhere in the village. It was open to the public, and as our friend had toured it many times, she took up the mantle of being our “tour guide,” leading around the lovely grounds, and the chapel. The one description, which I can apply is “history.” The second would be “architecture.” Even with our leisurely pace, I kept stopping, to study another element, whether an architectural one, or an artistic one, while trying to listen to the running commentary from our friend. This was the second of four churches, which we would visit on the first of our three days, and while not as grand as some, or as old as others, it was still a delightful visit. And while the chapel, itself, was very beautiful, and interesting, the grounds were impressive too. This is a church, which offers more than just a peek in the door. We spent almost an hour, in our visit, before launching off to explore Frome. I think that one could easily spend even more time, especially if their interest is in architecture.
3. Nunney Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 412 reviews
Reviewed By chrismudaligec - Colombo, Sri Lanka
It is a small but perfectly formed mediaeval castle with a perfect moat! Be careful with very young children as the moat is not totally protected and the water is deep! There are also gorgeous wild ducks and ducklings which add to the perfect atmosphere of this site. A small stream passes close to the site and is accessible for paddling with free entry too.The coffee shop nearby does tasty treats too????
4. Catherine Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 275 reviews
Reviewed By stephaniejones523 - Calne, United Kingdom
How lovely to see a rural town with such an incredible number of independent shops.I met my daughter here to wander around for some retail therapy just after second lockdown . Catherine Hill is well worth the climb up the cobbled Street.Such a wide and eccletic range of things to buy .Great to see that these shops are continuing to trade and I so hope that they can continue to survive.I did my duty and tried to support as many as I could so completing my Christmas shopping.
5. Black Swan Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Black Swan Arts is in the heart of the renowned creative market town of Frome in Somerset. Our vibrant and varied programme features contemporary and innovative art and crafts. We are a popular arts venue for the creatives of Frome and beyond. Providing exhibition spaces, courtyard cafe, shop, studio shops, working studios, workshop space, office space and a friendly place to meet friends.
Reviewed By Travlintone - Chippenham, United Kingdom
The Arts Centre incorporates an exhibition gallery, a shop, a café and workshop/studio space. The small shop had a fabulous range of items, many from local artists. We spent a small fortune! ???? A ground floor café serves an interesting selection of light meals at reasonable prices. At the time of our visit there was a fabulous exhibition entitled ‘Fifty Bees’ (free to enter, but donations appreciated) inspired by the work of Somerset Artist, Lydia Needle. The project features the artistic response of 50 other artists to Lydia’s environmental project to catalogue the various species of British bees through art pieces made from wool and thread. This exhibition deserves much wider exposure! All in all, an excellent centre that deserves the support of everyone!
6. The Walled Garden at Mells
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
A seasonal outdoor cafe and plant nursery set within a small and pretty walled garden in the village of Mells. Open from March to the end of October.
Reviewed By Sazrb - Watford, United Kingdom
Lovely quirky venue selling fantastic tea and a lovely selection of plants etc Mainly outdoor although has. Lovely glass house too Fantastic cakes
7. The Frome Independent
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By MaggieBarrett - London, United Kingdom
Frome is a beautiful town with cobbled streets, lots of independent shops and several hills! It has frequent markets and is well served by theatres and cinemas. I didn’t try out any restaurants so can’t comment on them. I should imagine it will be lovely at Christmastime. Well worth a visit.
8. St Andrew's Church, Mells
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By LynnB2524
Your heart lifts as you spy this church through the hedgerows. It is next to the manor house owned by the Horners who brought Eri Gill, Lutyens, Burne-Jones, William Nicholson and Alfred Munnings to add to the church fabric and magic. See Munnings' rare sculpture of a WW1 horse and rider, a memorial to a scion of the family. A tapestry by a family member is part of the fabric. A Somerset tower, fan vaulted vault are notable. The churchyard has stones by Lutyens and Gill and is peopled with both acolytes and family members of the Asquiths: Ronald Knox, Siegfried Sassoon, Violet Bonham Carter. And Ron's wife and daughter.
9. Brewed Boy
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Brewed Boy is a tap house and bottle shop in the centre of Frome in Somerset offering people the opportunity to come in and experience the amazing world of craft beer and artisan cider. We offer over 50 premium craft beer products from beer across the country and 15 locally produced ciders as well. Brewed Boy is also a takeaway outlet meaning an beer or cider in cans or bottles can be brought.
10. Church of All Saints
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By The_Loup_Garou - Phoenix, United States
Back in a Year - For a Memorial In September, we were back in the UK, and out to Somerset, and Nunney, for a memorial service for a dear friend. He had helped introduce us to Somerset, years before. We celebrated his life, rather than mourn his death, in the Church of All Saints. The year before, we looked at All Saints as an historical building, but not so much this time. While our visits to churches, and holy sites, are always quiet and respectful, this was a different ceremony, and in many ways. First, there was a church service, and then a cellist and flautist performed, while folk spoke of this gentleman’s distinguished life. Testimonials were given, and then, the memorial service was over. All Saints is rather intimate in size, and in scope, and while not as grand as so many such period churches, is lovely - lovely in its simplicity. Though simple inside, it is still lovely, and a very reverent place. After the music, the eulogies and remembrance tales, the assembled stood, and began filing out of the lovely chapel, just as Gloria Gaynor’s “I Shall Survive” began playing on the PA system. The folk then exited through a cloud of bubbles, from a hidden bubble machine, into the bright Autumn light. Incongruous, to say the least, but fitting for this gentleman, who was prominent on the London stage for many years. While a place of reverence, and a place of worship, All Saints took on a different demeanor. We were celebrating a life, well-lived. What a beautiful, and historical venue for this remembrance, and then celebration. My wife and I are from New Orleans, where funerals are often marked by a second-line parade, where a dirge is played on the way to the cemetery, but then Dixieland jazz predominates, on the way back to the bar, to toast the departed’s life. That is sort of what we did, as we then assembled next door, in The George pub, for a celebratory lunch. All Saints is well worth the stop, and I would recommend spending a bit of time, in the adjoining cemetery, which is quite historical, as well.
