Frome Town

Frome Town: Club Directory

Frome Town are a Somerset club known as the Robins, formed in 1904 and based at Badgers Hill. The club have a long record in regional football, including Western League titles and a notable FA Cup run in the 1950s. In 2026/27, Frome compete in the Southern League Premier Division South after a promotion-winning 2025/26 campaign.

Quick Facts

  • Club: Frome Town FC
  • Nickname: The Robins
  • Founded: 1904
  • Location: Frome, Somerset
  • Ground: Badgers Hill Stadium
  • Address: 48 Berkley Road, Frome, BA11 2EH
  • League: Southern League Premier Division South
  • Step: 3

Club History

Frome Town were formed in 1904 and initially played in the Wiltshire Premier League before joining the Western League in 1919. The club won the Western League Division Two title in their first season in that competition and gradually established themselves as a familiar name in Somerset football. Their best-known early cup run came in 1954/55, when they reached the FA Cup first round proper and hosted Leyton Orient in front of a reported 8,000 spectators.

The Robins’ major league triumph arrived in 1978/79 when they won the Western League Premier Division, with further cup success following. Frome entered the Southern League in 2009 and later earned promotion to the Southern Premier Division via the play-offs. After further changes in league level, the club won promotion back to Step 3 through the 2025/26 season. Badgers Hill remains central to the club’s identity and has been its home since formation.

Ground Guide: Badgers Hill

Badgers Hill Stadium is on Berkley Road in Frome and has been the Robins’ home since 1904. The club lists a capacity of 3,000, including a main stand with approximately 250 seats and covered standing areas. In recent years, the ground has also been the focus of a community effort to secure its future as a sporting asset; the club announced a new lease agreement in June 2026.

The club’s published visitor information lists adult tickets at £14, concessions at £11, students at £6 and under-16s at £2. Check the official site before travelling for any changes to prices, parking, access and kick-off arrangements.

Honours and Milestones

  • Formed in 1904 and based at Badgers Hill since the beginning.
  • Western League Premier Division champions in 1978/79.
  • FA Cup first-round proper appearance in 1954/55.
  • FA Vase quarter-finalists in 2004/05.
  • Returned to Step 3 after promotion in 2025/26.

Matchday Experience

Frome offer a historic ground, a loyal local following and a strong Somerset identity. The Robins’ promotion back to Step 3 adds a new chapter to a club whose story has been shaped by Badgers Hill and decades of regional football.

Club History and Key Milestones

Frome Town are nicknamed the Robins and play at Badgers Hill. The club has a long connection to Somerset football and has competed across the Southern League structure. Badgers Hill is an established home venue for the club’s league and cup fixtures.

Matchday Notes

Check the club’s latest official announcement for the confirmed venue, kick-off time, admission prices and payment methods. Supporters should verify parking and public transport options and plan the return journey after evening fixtures. Historic ground names and old ticket information may no longer be current.

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Regional Context

The club’s place in the Southern League Premier Division South connects it with a broad group of sides across southern England. The division brings a varied schedule of home and away fixtures, and supporters can use the club’s history and honours above to place the current campaign in context. Check the latest league table and official club updates for current form and standings.

Getting There and Access

Use Badgers Hill and the address shown in the Quick Facts section above when planning your journey. Check the club’s current directions before setting off, as parking, access points and local restrictions can change. If travelling by public transport, verify current services and the return journey, especially for evening kick-offs.

Before You Visit

  • Confirm the fixture and kick-off time with the club.
  • Check current admission prices, payment options and turnstile opening times.
  • Review parking, accessibility and public transport information for the specific match.
  • Check official club updates on matchday for postponements or changes.