GROUPS were out in force to help tidy eight locations around the town on Sunday 27th February. Eight streets were taken on and tidied after suggestions from residents.
One of the organisers of Frome Hoedown, Mendip District councillor Shane Collins, said, “Huge respect and thanks to the numerous groups who came out and tidied up eight streets in town, I think we all got a nice warm feeling for having done something tangible and getting lots of lovely comments and chats with passers-by.
“We trimmed and tidied Masons Way by the Sainsbury’s roundabout. Thanks, Annie Moore, for the heads up; Masons Way is now a bit wider and the street sign visible.”
One group from Frome Families of the Future hoed the St John’s Church steps, and a member said “It’s a lovely morning in the sunshine; it’s nice to meet new people and the kids got surprisingly into it too. There are lots of people walking by thanking us for our efforts – Frome is such a great community. All the biodegradable waste we scooped up (four bags) will be sent off for composting at the tip too so this is definitely the environmentally friendly way to keep our streets clear.”
Damla Luttrell and crew took on Manor Furlong and the recycling centre. Dalma said, “We picked up a full tonne bag of rubbish, a car battery, and loads of pruned and hoed down greenery made a massive difference today at Frome Recycling Centre. It was too much for our duo Shane Collins and me so definitely will go back to finish it off.”
Kunchok Nyima, who is originally from Tibet (and is someone who knows a thing or two about community), helped widen the pavement on Southfields. She said, “It feels really good when you do something nice for your community. If you haven’t got involved yet then you can join us next time and enjoy a lovely sunny day on the last Sunday of every month!”
Cllr Collins summarised, “Frome Hoedown works in support of Mendip and Frome Councils’ Climate and Ecological Emergency polices. No roundup has been sprayed in Frome for about 18 months now. Insects and fish love Frome Hoedown!
“We will be out next on the 27th, the last Sunday of March meeting 11am. If you would like help in your street just ask on the Frome Hoedown FB page.”
