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Frome Society for Local Study: “Frome’s lost prisoner of war camp”

Frome Cricket Club 30A Rodden Rd, Frome

Kevin Ross (Frome- based dramatist and researcher). Meetings held at Frome Cricket Club, 30A Rodden Road, Frome BA11 2AH. Parking on site.  Bar opens at 7pm before meetings.  Non-members welcome.  Admission free - voluntary collection for local Frome charities.

Guided Walk: Conservation Work on Longrun Meadow, Taunton

Longrun Meadow Taunton

A guided walk around a small area of Longrun Meadow, led by Keith Gould, a conservation volunteer. This walk will look at some of the successes of the scheme but also some of the issues experienced. Places limited. Booking essential – email office@sanhs.org or ring 01823 272429. More details will then be available. We ask […]

GRADING OF WALKS

Events are graded from 1-4 in difficulty. The grading is found in the event description in the calendar on this page. Keep in mind that a change in weather conditions can make a walk more difficult than anticipated. All walks and activities demand a basic level of fitness, suitable footwear and waterproof clothing.

1 Easy – generally even ground with a few gentle slopes; no special fitness needed.  Comfortable footwear required.

2 Moderate – for reasonably fit people, may include unsurfaced rural paths and tracks, moderate slopes, uneven surfaces, steps and stiles. Walking shoes/boots required.

3 Strenuous – for fit, experienced walkers, will include hills, uneven surfaces, tracks and may include muddy terrain. Walking boots and waterproof clothing are essential.

4 Confined spaces – including caves and attics. Locations may be dusty, slippery and dark.

Activity leaders carry out a risk assessment beforehand. Participants are required to provide emergency contact details before taking part in an activity – this information is destroyed by the group leader after the activity has taken place.