Kevin McCloud Praises Thriving Somerset Town and Its Independent Spirit Thursday, October 2, 2025 kevinmccloud somerset frome regeneration independentshops granddesigns landscape levels mendiphills rurallife Kevin McCloud, the renowned presenter of Channel 4’s Grand Designs, has spoken warmly about a flourishing Somerset town that embodies a “nice, slow casserole” of growth. Having spent around 30 years living in the county, … Read More
‘Unique’ Frome Green Space Saved from Housing Development After Public Inquiry Thursday, October 2, 2025 frome packsaddle greenspace housing planning affordablehousing community environment somerset development Packsaddle Fields, a distinctive green space on the northern edge of Frome, has been preserved from housing development after a public inquiry ruled in favor of maintaining the land’s current use. The field, publicly owned … Read More
‘Unique’ Frome Green Space Preserved from Housing Development Thursday, October 2, 2025 frome packsaddle greenspace housing planning somerset development community conservation publicinquiry A cherished green space in Frome, known as Packsaddle Fields, has been saved from a proposed housing development following a public inquiry decision. Packsaddle Fields, located on the northern edge of Frome, has been publicly … Read More
Why Frome in Somerset is Being Called the Most Beautiful High Street in the UK Saturday, September 27, 2025 frome somerset highstreet markets culture heritage tourism nunneycastle independentshops cobblestones There’s something magical about exploring a new place, and Frome, in Somerset, is proving to be one of Britain’s most spectacular hidden gems. Frequently praised as the UK’s most beautiful high street, Frome combines historic … Read More
Somerset Market Town Frome Named Among UK’s Best Weekend Breaks from London Friday, September 26, 2025 frome somerset staycation antiques weekend autumn countryside markets artisan travel In today’s world, more people are choosing closer-to-home destinations for their getaways—and it’s easy to see why. Avoiding the hassle of international travel means more time enjoying charming towns filled with history, … Read More
Major Road to Close for Seven Weeks as Portway Railway Bridge Undergoes Essential Works Monday, September 22, 2025 portway frome networkrail a362 bridge refurbishment railway closure diversion infrastructure Network Rail is set to close the A362 completely for seven weeks as it carries out essential refurbishment work on the Portway railway bridge in Frome. The bridge, originally built in the 1970s, supports a railway line over … Read More