Quintyn Howard-Evans worked for a firm of estate agents and auctioneers in Frome. Here he talks about the egg sales and calculations that took place at Frome Market.
Food and Farming
Isabel George remembers the busy atmosphere at Frome Market
Isabel George has lived her whole life in Frome and has seen many changes in the town.
Dennis Barnard talks about being an auctioneer at Frome Market
Dennis Barnard was an auctioneer in Frome for many years. He was born in Chapmanslade and educated at Frome Grammar School. He also has a strong interest in local history.
Ernest Clothier talks about his seed and grain business in Frome
Ernest Clothier has run the seed merchant business and shop, Moore & Toop, in Christchurch Street West, for many years.
Cliff Ellis discusses the relocation of Frome Market
Cliff Ellis was born and brought up in Keyford, Frome. He has vivid memories of his childhood years in Frome and also talks about how the town has changed in recent years.
Liz Symes remembers the Monday and Wednesday markets in Frome
Liz Symes grew up on a family farm at West Woodlands. Her career has included office work for ARC quarries and Express Dairies, but she kept her connection to animals and farming.
