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ARCHITECTURE CLUB presets Liza Fior of muf architecture / art

Posted on October 9, 2013

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Groundbreaking collaboration muf have broken all the rules about where art ends and architecture begins, and are continuing to gather worldwide acclaim for their designs.

ARCHITECTURE CLUB presents Owen Hatherley : Why is British Architecture so Bad?

Posted on October 9, 2013

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Acclaimed architectural writer Owen Hatherley discusses and interrogates the building schemes of the 2000s, and asks a contentious question of those responsible for them. Come along for a night of discussion and debate, or to offer your thoughts on the state of British Architecture.

SAW presents… Artists Sue Palmer and Hannah Still discuss art and gardens.

Posted on September 20, 2013

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An inspirational talk that explores the artistic response to the garden and its social politics.

ARCHITECTURE CLUB presents: Charles Holland

Posted on September 3, 2013

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ARCHITECTURE CLUB presents Charles Holland from FAT Architecture in the first of a series of six talks designed to stimulate ideas and debate around architecture, space and the built environment.

Frome Stop the War Campaign presents: War……..What is it Good For?

Posted on August 13, 2013

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The latest evening hosted by Frome Stop the War Campaign, featuring talks from Jeremy Corbyn MP, Dr Sami Ramadani and Dan Glazebook.

Persistent jet contrails and weather manipulation – Public talk on geoengineering

Posted on May 29, 2013

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An introduction to the theory of geoengineering, including a free talk from David Lim.

Urban Sketching….in Frome

Posted on May 21, 2013

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A unique opportunity to celebrate and draw some of Frome’s beautiful architecture, with Giles Vallis of NVB Architects and Frome draughtsman, David Chandler.

Rook Lane Arts Trust AGM

Posted on May 14, 2013

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The Annual General Meeting for Rook Lane Arts Trust will take place on Monday 3rd June from 4pm – 5pm. Any member of the public wishing to attend must contact the arts coordinator in advance of the meeting.

The Illustration Competition at the end of the Universe…

Posted on May 14, 2013

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A last chance workshop session, for those wanting to enter Break 3’s Young Illustrator Competition. Accompanied children from all age categories are welcome to have a go at creating a book cover design in the hope of winning prizes.

In Praise of Thomas Bunn

Posted on May 8, 2013

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Thomas Bunn (1767-1853) was one of the most influential men in Frome’s modern history. This is an evening to take us to a different age, to experience Frome as it was two hundred years ago and to celebrate a benefactor whose influence on the town is still visible today.

Rook Lane Chapel

Available to the community as the perfect setting to showcase skills and artistic talent, this prestigious venue is used for performances and exhibitions.

Around the chapel

Venue Hire

For information on hiring the venue for events/ exhibitions please do not hesitate to contact us directly to discuss available dates & times.

Venue Hire

Wedding Hire

This magnificent Grade I listed building in the heart of Frome, Somerset provides the most elegant and timeless of surroundings for your special day.

Weddings