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Afro Cuban Beats

Afro Cuban Beats – Sierra Sounds in Somerset Saturday 18th April 6-11pm Bringing together music, stories and flavours of Afro-Cuban heritage from the Sierra Maestra to Somerset. Deiya and Orun Kingdom are excited to be hosting another fantastic event at the Silk Mill taking you on a multi-sensory cultural experience through rhythm, heritage, flavours and ancestral memory. An immersive night of music, song, visuals, and food celebrating Afro-Latino and Afro-Cuban culture and its West African roots. Joyful, educational, and reflective, this will be a night and space to celebrate culture while exploring its deeper meaning. Food made from our talented Cuban chef Yayo will be served between 6pm – 8pm so please make sure to come and sample some of Santiago’s finest. Vegetarian/vegan dish – £8 Meat dish – £12 There will also be a special live guest performance by UK based Cuban singer Lando Lavarra Limited capacity so early bookings recommended! TICKETS (not including food) £13 (PLUS FEE) FROM HERE

Sat 18 Apr18:00Silk Mill

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Indian Block Printing Workshop

On Wednesday 22nd April Join the Wild Block Company Indian Block Printing Workshop! Come to a relaxed, guided session using ancient techniques and take home your own beautiful textile creations. Step away from the noise of everyday life and spend a relaxed morning immersed in the traditional craft of wooden block printing. These small, guided workshops are designed for beginners and those simply curious to explore this beautiful technique. You will be gently led through the process of printing using hand-carved wooden blocks, learning how to build pattern, layer colour and enjoy the rhythm of making by hand. All materials are provided, and no previous experience is needed. The focus is on slowing down, experimenting freely and enjoying the creative process in a welcoming, supportive setting. By the end of the session, you will have created two finished pieces to take home. Think Tote Bag, Table runner, napkins, Apron, Make-up bag, Drawstring bag, Wall Hnging*) along with the confidence and inspiration to continue exploring block printing in your own time. Skill level: Beginner onwards. *Subject to availability CLICK HERE TO BOOK WEDNESDAY 22nd APRIL 10.30 – 2pm CLICK HERE TO BOOK SATURDAY 225th APRIL 1.30 – 5pm

Wed 22 Apr10:30Silk Mill

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Indian Block Printing Workshop

On Saturday 25th April Join the Wild Block Company Indian Block Printing Workshop! Come to a relaxed, guided session using ancient techniques and take home your own beautiful textile creations. Step away from the noise of everyday life and spend a relaxed morning immersed in the traditional craft of wooden block printing. These small, guided workshops are designed for beginners and those simply curious to explore this beautiful technique. You will be gently led through the process of printing using hand-carved wooden blocks, learning how to build pattern, layer colour and enjoy the rhythm of making by hand. All materials are provided, and no previous experience is needed. The focus is on slowing down, experimenting freely and enjoying the creative process in a welcoming, supportive setting. By the end of the session, you will have created two finished pieces to take home. Think Tote Bag, Table runner, napkins, Apron, Make-up bag, Drawstring bag, Wall Hanging* along with the confidence and inspiration to continue exploring block printing in your own time. *Subject to availability Skill level: Beginner onwards. CLICK HERE TO BOOK WEDNESDAY 22nd APRIL 10.30 – 2pm CLICK HERE TO BOOK SATURDAY 225th APRIL 1.30 – 5pm

Sat 25 Apr13:30Silk Mill

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confessional

Confessional poetry of the 1950’s & 60’s came at a time of societal change and disillusionment. Poets and artists felt a deep urge to move beyond abstraction and create from their direct experience. This was part of a shift in perception, influencing how we see our self, humanity and relationships today. Now on the thresholds of even greater collective change, in the face of such unknowns, how do we find new pathways for what we seek to express? What are our modern ‘confessions’? We will explore the body through movement practices and drawing; language through study of a range of writers and artists; questions on God and the planet through the lens of nature and the mystic traditions. Are you a writer with an interest in developing your craft as part of a unique and nurturing group? I invite you to join me on this journey. Dates: 2-7pm on April 11th / May 2nd / June 6th / July 4th I am a yoga-movement teacher and dancer, have an MA in poetry and have published two books. My poems offer a tool, a bridge, a torch in our human search for meaning and explore the questions and tensions that exist between communion and freedom. Information and booking: /

Sat 2 May14:00Silk Mill

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RUNNING COMMENTARY (A byob event)

RUNNING COMMENTARY Tuesday 5th May at 7pm BYOB: There will not be a bar so you are welcome to bring whatever refreshment (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) to consume during the show. We can provide glasses if necessary. TIckets: £11 Written & performed by P Burton-Morgan After a decade of no exercise (besides child-rearing and reaching for cake) 41 year old poet P Burton-Morgan finds themselves newly single and hungry to return to pre-childbirth levels of fitness. Cue Rocky montage, but with a middle-aged red-faced mum reciting sonnets on the South West Coast path. So far so solitary until they join their local running club and find themselves drawn into a world of flirting, friendship, fierce competition and the unexpected discovery that they’re ferociously fast. With their trademark mix of witty wordplay and open-hearted tenderness this solo show is a silly, sexy, sweaty romp – don’t forget to stretch first. Better known for their work as a writer & director (Sherlock Holmes and the PoisonWood/Watermill, The Little Prince/Taunton Brewhouse and In the Willows/Exeter Northcott & 16 week UK tour) Ledbury Poetry-Slam-winning poet P Burton-Morgan returns with a new solo poetry show after the success of their barn-storming 2025 production Explaining Being Pan to Nan (Oxford Playhouse & UK Tour). ‘Saucy, hilarious and unexpectedly tender’  Luke Wright on Explaining Being Pan to Nan P Burton-Morgan founded & Artistic Director Metta Theatre in 2005 and they have written & directed over...

Tue 5 May19:00Silk Mill

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confessional

Confessional poetry of the 1950’s & 60’s came at a time of societal change and disillusionment. Poets and artists felt a deep urge to move beyond abstraction and create from their direct experience. This was part of a shift in perception, influencing how we see our self, humanity and relationships today. Now on the thresholds of even greater collective change, in the face of such unknowns, how do we find new pathways for what we seek to express? What are our modern ‘confessions’? We will explore the body through movement practices and drawing; language through study of a range of writers and artists; questions on God and the planet through the lens of nature and the mystic traditions. Are you a writer with an interest in developing your craft as part of a unique and nurturing group? I invite you to join me on this journey. Dates: 2-7pm on April 11th / May 2nd / June 6th / July 4th I am a yoga-movement teacher and dancer, have an MA in poetry and have published two books. My poems offer a tool, a bridge, a torch in our human search for meaning and explore the questions and tensions that exist between communion and freedom. Information and booking: /

Sat 6 Jun14:00Silk Mill

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Frome Publishing Fair 2026

SATURDAY 4 JULY 10.00 -15.30 FROME PUBLISHING FAIR We welcome the return of Frome Publishing Fair to the Silk Mill for its 10th anniversary year. This great event was launched by Frome Writers’ Collective in 2016 and is now a popular annual event within the first weekend of Frome Festival. The fair is always well supported with a great atmosphere and a high level of interest from visitors. Stallholders include: publishers, booksellers, authors, artists, designers and publishing service providers. Help and advice about writing and publishing is available throughout the day from our information table. Join us at our fabulous free fair: readers, writers, publishers, editors, artists, illustrators and visitors of all ages will be there, with more stalls than ever before,and a wonderful variety of publications on display and for sale. A must for all readers, writers and book lovers. Refreshments available. For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Sat 4 Jul10:00Silk Mill

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Bookbinding Workshop

Jen Louise Meyer Bookbinding Workshop Frome Art School Join printmaker and bookbinder, Jen Louise Meyer, for a softcover bookbinding workshop. During this workshop, participants will learn the skills to make A6 sketchbooks using the Coptic binding method, the oldest binding technique. All materials and tools will be supplied, including a selection of Jen’s original linoprints to choose from for book covers. Participants will have the opportunity to make more than one book if time allows. Jen will also talk about how to book bind at home without investing in a lot of equipment and, for those interested in continuing bookbinding on a regular basis, Jen will provide an introduction to the specialist tools she uses. This workshop is for adults. No previous bookbinding or art experience necessary, just an interest in learning. Jen’s prints and books can be found here on . Come to Frome Art School and make a book with Jen on the first Saturday of Frome Festival. Tickets on sale soon. Date: Saturday 4th July Time/hrs: 1 – 5pm Ticket price: £65 Audience: adults Materials: all materials and tools provided For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Sat 4 Jul13:00Silk Mill

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confessional

Confessional poetry of the 1950’s & 60’s came at a time of societal change and disillusionment. Poets and artists felt a deep urge to move beyond abstraction and create from their direct experience. This was part of a shift in perception, influencing how we see our self, humanity and relationships today. Now on the thresholds of even greater collective change, in the face of such unknowns, how do we find new pathways for what we seek to express? What are our modern ‘confessions’? We will explore the body through movement practices and drawing; language through study of a range of writers and artists; questions on God and the planet through the lens of nature and the mystic traditions. Are you a writer with an interest in developing your craft as part of a unique and nurturing group? I invite you to join me on this journey. Dates: 2-7pm on April 11th / May 2nd / June 6th / July 4th I am a yoga-movement teacher and dancer, have an MA in poetry and have published two books. My poems offer a tool, a bridge, a torch in our human search for meaning and explore the questions and tensions that exist between communion and freedom. Information and booking: /

Sat 4 Jul14:00Silk Mill

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Sea Change

SEA CHANGE SATURDAY 4 JULY 17.30-18.30 A wild, poetic dive into transformation at the Silk Mill Gallery. Stand-up poet Kate Fox and folk duo Union Jill explore the raw, powerful currents of transformation, sea swimming, and ecological shift. Part gig, part performance, part ritual –a journey where human and ocean collide, changing everything in their wake. £10.00 on sale soon (Bar will open at 5pm, this is an indoor seated event) For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

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Writing Your Own Magic With Clemency Brown

WRITING YOUR OWN MAGIC WITH CLEMENCY BROWN SUNDAY 5 JULY 10.30 –12.00 CHILDREN’S WORKSHOP at SILK MILL WEST/ FROME ART SCHOOL 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 fantastical worlds and your own magic, and discover just how enchanting writing can be! Open to ages 8-13years, tickets £12 on sale soon For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Sun 5 Jul10:30Silk Mill

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Mythica: A New History Of Homer’s World Through The Women Written Out Of It

MYTHICA: A NEW HISTORY OF HOMER’S WORLD, THROUGH THE WOMEN WRITTEN OUT OF IT Sunday 5 July 13.30 –15.00 Silk Mill Gallery 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, Athena, Calypso and Penelope –‘Mythica’is a ground-breaking reassessment of the reality behind the often-mythologised women of Ancient Greece. Tickets £10 on sale soon. This is an indoor seated event. For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Sun 5 Jul13:30Silk Mill

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Band of Pilgrims

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, spirit of occasion and skilled musicianship. The Silk Mill love them and we hope you do as well! For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

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Ready to Publish

READY TO PUBLISH? THURSDAY 9th JULY 10.30-12.00 Discover what top agents look for in submissions. Kate Hordern, who runs an independent literary agency with a growing list of clients, and Clare Wallace, shortlisted for the British Book Awards Agent of the Year, will be in discussion with well-known local author and writing tutor, Alison Clink. £10 tickets on sale soon. This is an indoor seated event in the Silk Mill Gallery For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Thu 9 Jul10:30Silk Mill

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Kate Hordern & Clare Wallace: Consult The Agents

KATE HORDERN & CLARE WALLACE: CONSULT THE AGENTS THURSDAY 9th JULY/13.00-16.00pm A 10 MINUTE SLOT AVAILABLE WITH AGENT KATE or CLARE Discover what top agents look for in submissions. Kate Hordern, who runs an independent literary agency with a growing list of clients, and Clare Wallace, short listed for the British Book Awards Agent of the Year, invite you to submit an extract of your manuscript in advance and receive feed back from a top literary agent in a relaxed, face-to-face meeting. Tickets £50 available soon. Email for details and book instructions to: Early booking advised as numbers limited. This is an indoor seated event upstairs in Silk Mill West/Frome Art School For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

Thu 9 Jul13:00Silk Mill

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Thrice in a Blue Moon

Thrice in a Blue Moon Thursday 8th July 7-11 Bar opens at 7, music from 7.30 We are very excited to welcome back Kangaroo Moon and Blue Midnight to the Silk Mill Gallery for Frome Festival 2026. Blue Midnight remember playing in the very early days of Frome Festival and so it is wonderful to welcome them to the Silk Mill on this 25th anniversary year. Two very different but intricately linked bands will intrigue your mind and engage your body as they weave magical violin and keyboard with the strumming of strings, the plucking of bass, the beating of drums and a splash of trombone into a funky psychedelic heart-lifting wall of richly melodic sound. For information about our many other Frome Festival events click here. Kangaroo Moon Live at the Bell Inn, Bath Blue Midnight, Can’t Pay the Rent at the Maxilla Social Club as part of the Portobello Film Festival For other Frome Festival events at the Silk Mill & Silk Mill West/Frome Art School click here For other Frome Festival events elsewhere in Frome click here

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