Frome Town Council is working with Somerset Council and neighbouring parishes to develop a new Frome Area Movement and Place Plan, informed by the experiences, needs and priorities of local people.
The plan will look at how people move around Frome and the surrounding area, how communities are connected, and how access to jobs, education, healthcare, shops, services and leisure opportunities can be improved.
During Summer 2026, there will be opportunities to share your views on issues such as walking, cycling, public transport, road safety, accessibility, parking and connections between villages and nearby towns.
Whether you travel by car, bus, bike, mobility scooter, wheelchair or on foot, your experiences can help shape future improvements.
The project team is arranging visits across Frome and the surrounding area, meeting with parish councils, community groups, businesses and residents to hear about local experiences, challenges and priorities. There is also a survey on the My Frome platform, open to anyone who would like to share their views.
Cllr Steve Tanner said “How easy is it for you to get around? Can you access the services you need? Does your street feel safe and enjoyable? What works well, and what could be improved? The new Frome Area Movement and Place Plan will look beyond roads and transport and consider how streets, public spaces and routes connect people to jobs, schools, healthcare, shops, services and community facilities as well as spaces they use for leisure or exercise.
“Our town is growing and we need to better understand how people travel and the challenges they face, whether on foot, by bike, public transport, mobility aid or car. Whether it’s a difficult junction, gaps in walking and cycling routes, concerns about public transport, challenges accessing services or ideas for improving local streets and spaces, we want to hear from you about what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d like to see in the future.”
Find out more and complete the survey at myfrome.frometowncouncil.gov.uk
