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Frome is a market town with a charming historic centre and more listed buildings than anywhere else in the region. It is the fourth largest town in Somerset, with a population of approx 27,000, and has plenty to offer within the town and in the surrounding area.
Set on the eastern edge of the Mendip Hills, Frome is built on steep hills around the river which gave the town its name. Founded in the seventh century, the older part remains relatively unaffected by expansion, with some streets still cobbled and many of the buildings dating from the 1700s.
The town offers a wide variety of shops, many of them independent and specialist, as well as national chains, cafes, restaurants and the twice-weekly market.
Now known for its arts and entertainment, Frome has a number of choirs, a symphony orchestra, a Youth Band, two theatres, a cinema and the Cheese and Grain building where a wide range of performances can be enjoyed. There is a well-established calendar of events, including the 10-day Frome Festival, the Carnival and the Christmas Spectacular.