THE famous Valentine Gas Lamp in Frome, one of the town’s most romantic landmarks, will once again be lit on Wednesday 14th February for the annual Valentine Gas Lamp lighting ceremony.
The ceremony has been celebrated for over 25 years and has been faithfully led by Reg Ling, its creator and renovator (now in his 90s). A traditional lighting celebration will take place with the fully restored lamp taking pride of place.
The gas lamp is set amidst heart-shaped cobblestones with a ‘love seat’ under the gentle glow of the lamp, looking down the historic cobbled street of Catherine Hill.
“Please join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day and to witness this unique event,” say the Friends of the Valentine Gas Lamp who are organising the event. “Come rain or shine, at 5.30pm everyone is summoned to the site of the lamp in Catherine Hill.
“All will gather to await the arrival of the lamplighter, dressed in period costume. He will be carrying a traditional lamplighter’s pole and will oversee the lighting ceremony which starts at 6pm.”
The Friends of the Valentine Gas Lamp supports the upkeep and maintenance of the lamp and relies on voluntary donations to keep this unique landmark in perfect condition for romantic generations to come – find details at www.valentinegaslamp.org.
