Contracts and tenders available at Frome Town Council are advertised on this page including full application details.
Mural – Church Street, Frome
Expressions of interest
Background
Church Street sits at the historic heart of Frome, connecting St John’s Church with Cheap Street and the Market Place. This area is steeped in heritage and character, with strong visual links to Frome’s medieval street plan and architectural history, and will eventually face into Saxonvale. The end wall of a building on Church Street offers a prominent, highly visible canvas for a new mural that adds creative vibrancy to the area, while acknowledging its significance.
Location
End of Church Street – junction with Saxonvale.
Project aim
To create a bold, visually striking mural that celebrates Frome’s unique identity and layered history, while enhancing the visual appeal of an unloved, often graffitied wall in Church Street and drawing people further into the town centre.
Size
Approximate size of wall: 7.5m wide by 9 metres high
Tone and style
- Bold and imaginative – in a style suitable for a central, historic location
- Could include elements of Frome’s cloth trade, independent heritage, or the Foundation of Frome
- Uplifting, visually engaging, and respectful of the conservation area setting
- Could mix historic motifs with a contemporary edge, merging past and present?
- Must be inclusive and suitable for all ages
Scope
- Artists to take responsibility for prepping and making ready the wall
- Artists may work with aerosol, brushwork, or mixed media
- Artwork must be weather-resistant and durable and finished with vandal proof layer
- Final design and commission will need to be approved through the planning process
Selection process
This is a call to be one of three designs to go forward to a public vote.
- A shortlist of three artists will be selected, and the public will be invited to vote on the final design
- The selected design will be paid £750 to develop a full mural design for planning
- The winning artist will then take the project forward, including support through the planning process
- Applicants must demonstrate a track record of delivering large-scale public murals
Budget
- £750 design fee for the chosen design
- Additional fee for the final installation phase to be agreed in the costed budgeted in the expression of interest with the winning artist
Proposals should include a costed budget for delivery of the finished mural.
Timeline
- Expressions of interest due: Tuesday 30th September 2025
- Public consultation: tbc
- Artist appointed: tbc
- Design for planning application: tbc
How to apply
Send the following to astone@frometowncouncil.gov.uk
- A short proposal outlining your idea and approach
- Examples of relevant previous work
- Any experience working in public/community or heritage-sensitive spaces
- Availability and fee expectations
General enquiries can be sent to Amber Stone: astone@frometowncouncil.gov.uk or by calling 01373 465757
Mural: Gable end of Sherlock & Pages, Palmer Street, Frome
Expressions of interest
Background
Palmer Street is home to several independent restaurants and leads onto Catherine Hill, Frome’s iconic street packed with independent businesses, including the well-known bookshop Sherlock & Pages. The gable end of this building is highly visible from the street and provides an opportunity for a creative mural that reflects Frome’s reputation as a town full of originality, creativity and local enterprise.
Location
Gable end of Sherlock & Pages, Palmer Street
Project aim
To create a mural that celebrates Frome’s independent spirit, drawing attention to its small businesses and creative character — while acting as a welcoming visual landmark for Palmer Street, Catherine Hill and the town centre.
Size
Approximate dimensions 4m wide by 12m high.
Tone and style
Bold and colourful, but sympathetic to the town’s character. Could reflect:
- Frome’s independent businesses and makers
- Elements of the historic book trade, printing, or textiles
- Abstracted versions of signage, shopfronts, or product packaging, or providing opportunity for an intricate ghost sign design
- Uplifting, accessible, and a point of interest for locals and visitors alike
Scope
- Artists to take responsibility for prepping and making ready the wall and preparatory work such as scaffolding
- Artists may use aerosol, stencils, brushwork or mixed media
- Artwork must be weather-resistant and durable with a vandal-proof coating
- Final design to be approved, with input from local stakeholders and business owners
Selection process
This is a call to be one of three designs to go forward to a public vote.
- A shortlist of three artists will be selected and the public will be invited to vote on the final design
- The selected design will be paid £750 to develop a full mural design for planning
- The winning artist will then take the project forward, including support through the planning process
- Applicants must demonstrate a track record of delivering large-scale public murals
Budget
Proposals should include a costed budget for delivery of the finished mural.
Timeline
- Expressions of interest due: Tuesday 30th September 2025
- Public consultation: date tbc
- Artist appointed: date tbc
- Design for planning application: date tbc
How to apply
Send the following to astone@frometowncouncil.gov.uk
- A short proposal (idea, visual references or style cues)
- Examples of previous work
- Relevant public or retail mural experience
- Availability and proposed fee
General enquiries can be sent to Amber Stone: astone@frometowncouncil.gov.uk or by calling 01373 465757
