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The Silk Mill

Overview

  • Recently-restored Georgian textile mill
  • Convenient location in the centre of Frome
  • Converted to art gallery and studios
  • DIY venue, freedom to realise your vision
  • Licensed to host civil ceremonies
  • Formal receptions for up to 100 guests
  • Exclusive four day use from £2400
  • Get in touch for mid-week discounts

The Silk Mill

As you see it today, the Silk Mill in Frome is the culmination of over a decade's work, restoration, and local arts initiative. It offers its services to couples looking for a unique space in which to host their wedding and reception. In one of the best-preserved former textile mills in the South West, this gorgeous environment is one of the finest venues in the area.

Celebrate your special day exactly how you want it! This blank-canvas DIY venue offers a space where you can craft your own reception without all the typical restrictions and packages many other establishments force upon you. The Gallery Kitchen allows you either to create and serve your own reception meal or buffet, or to bring in a professional company.

History

The Silk Mill originally served as an integral working part of the textile industry in Frome. Although most of the Somerset mills fell into disrepair after they ceased operation in the late 19th century, The Silk Mill was reused as an engineering works for several decades. In the 1970s it became an official "Building at Risk", before undergoing complete restoration when in 2005 it was bought privately by Damon and Kate Moore. They set out first to restore the walls and glass "lantern" ceiling of the Gallery as a priority. This area opened to the public in 2008, after which the team renovated the rest of the building to create studios which are now occupied by 22 artists and makers and Frome Art School. Couples can make their own wedding rings in a Roderick Vere Wedding Ring Workshop in one of the studios, and in another Clare Lloyd Accessories makes beautiful bespoke bridal accessories.

Facilities

The Gallery And Courtyard

The timber-beamed and rubble stone Gallery offers a fantastic blank canvas on which to ‘paint’ your perfect wedding reception. The lantern ceiling allows natural light to flood in and we offer floor plans to help you decide on the best arrangement for your wedding. The Gallery leads out to the courtyard with beautiful views of St John's Church where two awnings cover some of the space from May to the end of October. With its intriguing geometry and a southwestern aspect, you can easily create a stunning outdoor area for you and your wedding guests to enjoy. There is a little parking on site and plenty of parking in two car-parks close to the venue. The Railway Station and Bus Stops are close by.

To find out more information about what The Silk Mill can offer please use the contact details on the right hand side.

Catering and bar

The Silk Mill has a dedicated gallery kitchen, with a cooker, dishwasher, two refrigerators, an ice machine, freezer, warming cupboard, utensils & glassware for 100+ guests. You are welcome to provide your own bar - there is no corkage charge (or cakeage charge – yes, alas that is a thing!). You will need to appoint someone who has a personal licence to run it, even a 'paid bar' where guests are not paying for drinks. With over 75 guests you will need to employ security. We have a comprehensive list on our website of organisations and people who have worked with us before and that you can refer to for all your needs.

For more information, get in touch via the contact details.

Address
The Silk Mill
Merchants Barton
Saxonvale
Frome
Somerset
BA11 1PT

Reviews

  • Tom and Holly - 29.09.18

    Communication from Kate was fantastic and prompt throughout the build-up, and the venue was absolutely perfect for us. We wanted somewhere stylish and with a bit of character, but enough of a blank canvas to allow us to really put our stamp on things. The Silk Mill delivered, and it could not have looked better on the day. I could not recommend it highly enough - and it is also excellent value!

  • Happy Bride and Groom

    We really enjoyed getting married at the Silk Mill, and loved being able to make it exactly how we wanted it. It's a beautiful space with wonderful light - right in the centre of Frome yet hidden away. Having already had our legal ceremony in Bath we were able to hold our exchange of rings ceremony outside under the colourful awning, looking out over Frome.

    Kate was so helpful the whole way through, and very relaxed and friendly in terms of decorations, access times, caterers and how we used the space. We also had plenty of time before and after to set up and clear up which made everything less stressful. Our caterers were able to use the kitchen, and also had a BBQ outside. We would highly recommend getting married at the Silk Mill!

  • Happy Bride

    We were the first couple to have our whole wedding (ceremony and all) at the Silk Mill and it was absolutely everything we could have wished for. Aside from being a wonderfully calming space, filled with light, the room is really a blank canvas, which enabled us to create exactly what we wanted for the day, which was a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Kate and Damon were extremely helpful at all stages, passing on recommendations for various practical things (trestle table hire, security staff etc.) but without imposing anything on us at all. We would wholeheartedly recommend the Silk Mill for anyone who wants a lovely space for a DIY, hands-on wedding celebration in the heart town.

  • Happy Bride and Groom

    My partner and I booked the Silk Mill at the last minute to get married at a very busy time of year, New Years Eve! Kate was extremely friendly and accommodating in getting our booking organised and truly went above and beyond to assist us. She was flexible with payment due dates, she allowed us to view the space as much as we needed, she sent over all necessary info including dimensions and facilities. Kate's assistance and helpfulness really made all the difference when organising our own wedding. Certainly an amazing place for a wedding - it truly can be transformed into whatever you'd like!

The Silk Mill

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Frome, Somerset

The Silk Mill

Frome, Somerset

Overview

  • Recently-restored Georgian textile mill
  • Convenient location in the centre of Frome
  • Converted to art gallery and studios
  • DIY venue, freedom to realise your vision
  • Licensed to host civil ceremonies
  • Formal receptions for up to 100 guests
  • Exclusive four day use from £2400
  • Get in touch for mid-week discounts

The Silk Mill

As you see it today, the Silk Mill in Frome is the culmination of over a decade's work, restoration, and local arts initiative. It offers its services to couples looking for a unique space in which to host their wedding and reception. In one of the best-preserved former textile mills in the South West, this gorgeous environment is one of the finest venues in the area.

Celebrate your special day exactly how you want it! This blank-canvas DIY venue offers a space where you can craft your own reception without all the typical restrictions and packages many other establishments force upon you. The Gallery Kitchen allows you either to create and serve your own reception meal or buffet, or to bring in a professional company.

History

The Silk Mill originally served as an integral working part of the textile industry in Frome. Although most of the Somerset mills fell into disrepair after they ceased operation in the late 19th century, The Silk Mill was reused as an engineering works for several decades. In the 1970s it became an official "Building at Risk", before undergoing complete restoration when in 2005 it was bought privately by Damon and Kate Moore. They set out first to restore the walls and glass "lantern" ceiling of the Gallery as a priority. This area opened to the public in 2008, after which the team renovated the rest of the building to create studios which are now occupied by 22 artists and makers and Frome Art School. Couples can make their own wedding rings in a Roderick Vere Wedding Ring Workshop in one of the studios, and in another Clare Lloyd Accessories makes beautiful bespoke bridal accessories.

Facilities

The Gallery And Courtyard

The timber-beamed and rubble stone Gallery offers a fantastic blank canvas on which to ‘paint’ your perfect wedding reception. The lantern ceiling allows natural light to flood in and we offer floor plans to help you decide on the best arrangement for your wedding. The Gallery leads out to the courtyard with beautiful views of St John's Church where two awnings cover some of the space from May to the end of October. With its intriguing geometry and a southwestern aspect, you can easily create a stunning outdoor area for you and your wedding guests to enjoy. There is a little parking on site and plenty of parking in two car-parks close to the venue. The Railway Station and Bus Stops are close by.

To find out more information about what The Silk Mill can offer please use the contact details on the right hand side.

Catering and bar

The Silk Mill has a dedicated gallery kitchen, with a cooker, dishwasher, two refrigerators, an ice machine, freezer, warming cupboard, utensils & glassware for 100+ guests. You are welcome to provide your own bar - there is no corkage charge (or cakeage charge – yes, alas that is a thing!). You will need to appoint someone who has a personal licence to run it, even a 'paid bar' where guests are not paying for drinks. With over 75 guests you will need to employ security. We have a comprehensive list on our website of organisations and people who have worked with us before and that you can refer to for all your needs.

For more information, get in touch via the contact details.

Address
The Silk Mill
Merchants Barton
Saxonvale
Frome
Somerset
BA11 1PT

Reviews

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