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Frome Town Crier Talk

1 North Parade, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1AT

  • 07 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Mike Bishop, Frome Town Crier for over 17 years, will be talking at Frome Museum on the history, duties and role of the town crier. Mike will also speak on the many town crier competitions he took part in.

Mike Bishop, Frome Town Crier for 17 years, 2006 to 2023 , will give a talk on the history, duties and functions of the town crier role and how it has been revived in recent times. The civic duties involved, some information on the outfits worn, memorable proclamations and information on the many town crier competitions he was involved in.
The talk will include an exhibition of town crier regalia and prizes.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:
2.00pm

Location & directions

1 North Parade, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1AT

Directions:
Pay and display car park nearby.
Contact on day:
Brian Marshall
Telephone number:
+441373454611

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Online booking via link.
Booking website:
https://buytickets.at/fromemuseum/1287011

Accessibility details

The event isn't suitable for wheelchair users and people with limited mobility need to be aware there are steps to enter the museum and to reach the lower gallery.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
30
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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