TO celebrate its golden anniversary, Frome Town Council is hosting a free event to mark 50 years of serving the local community.

Many local charities and organisations are running family-friendly activities and sharing information on the day, including Frome Rotary, Frome Carnival, We Hear You, YMCA, Keyford Hedgehog Rescue, and more.

Frome Town Council will be offering a range of free activities in a dedicated children’s arena, including a ‘Sing-a-ling’ music session, a magic show with The Magical Storybox, gold-themed crafts from Proseprintsm, and a variety of garden games.

The 'Magical storybox' is a fun-filled event for all ages that will be available to watch for free at the event. (Image: Frome Town Council)

The Community Celebration takes place on Saturday, August 10 from 12pm – 4pm.

There is live music on the bandstand throughout the day with several acts scheduled throughout the day, kicking off with the Frome Town Band at 12pm.

The free event will be held in Victoria Park, Frome, with any event proceeds raised being donated to Fair Frome.

Among the food and refreshments on offer are a barbecue by Frome Community Café, wood-fired pizza, ice cream, and a pop-up bar by the team from Cheese and Grain.

The community café will be open all day for hot and cold drinks as well as snacks.

Frome Mayor Andy Jones said: “Frome Town Council, like all councils, exists to serve the community, so it’s fitting that we mark our golden anniversary in the company of some of the fantastic organisations that make Frome what it is.

“Please come down and browse the stalls, pick up some lunch or enjoy an ice cream, get your face painted, or try your skills on the skittle-alley or coconut shy.

“We’d love to hear from you!”