Sonia visits Vallis Farm to meet Tamsin Westbrook, Head of Land and Learning, and discovers a place where food, wildlife, creativity and community all come together.

From wildflower meadows to natural swimming, plant dyeing, workshops, young people’s projects and a sauna with a serious sense of purpose, Vallis is far more than a farm.

It;s a conversation about biodiversity, belonging, learning new skills and why getting outside might just be one of the best things we can do.

This month on When in Frome Unfiltered, Sonia heads out into the Somerset countryside in search of one of spring’s most delicious treasures…wild garlic.

Joined by local author Eleanor Hayes, she learns how to forage safely and sustainably, picking up expert tips along the way. From what to look for (and what to avoid), to the joy of turning a handful of leaves into something truly special, it’s a gentle wander through nature at its finest.

Whether you’re a seasoned forager or just curious to give it a go, this is a chance to get outside and discover what’s growing right on your doorstep.

In this special When in Frome Unfiltered episode, Sonia sits down with ocal campaigner Cordelia to talk about the growing movement for a smartphone-free childhood.

They discuss why many parents are rethinking when children should get their first smartphone, the impact of social media and screen time on young people and how families in Frome are coming together to support each other in delaying devices.

It's an honest conversation about parenting peer pressure and the challenge of raising children in an always-online world.