Frome Town are based at Badgers Hill and are one of Somerset’s traditional non-league clubs. The Robins have a loyal local support, a compact ground close to the town and recent promotion momentum that brought them back into Southern League Premier South football.
Badgers Hill is a proper old non-league ground with a strong local feel, set on the edge of Frome rather than hidden inside a modern sports complex. It has long been Frome Town's home and gives supporters the traditional mix of covered seating, covered standing, open standing and clubhouse facilities close to the pitch.
The ground has more character than many newer Step 3 venues. The main spectator areas are close to the playing surface, with the clubhouse and main facilities forming the heart of the matchday operation. There is a covered seated stand with roughly 250 red seats, and the ground also has standing areas around the pitch that allow supporters to move and choose a view depending on weather, crowd size and atmosphere. Badgers Hill is compact enough to feel busy when there is a good crowd, but still straightforward for visiting supporters to navigate.
A Somerset-area rivalry where Bath’s bigger non-league name meets Frome’s local pride across a short road trip.
Frome TownBath CityBadgers Hill, Frome | Southern League Premier South
Bath CityFrome TownTwerton Park, Bath | Southern League Premier South
Segregation is not normally expected for routine Southern League fixtures at Badgers Hill, so away supporters should usually enter through the same general turnstiles as home fans and choose their own place around the ground. For bigger matches, cup ties or games with a larger travelling support, arrangements can change and supporters should check the match information issued by both clubs.
When the ground is unsegregated, visiting fans can use the same clubhouse, food and toilet facilities as home supporters. The seated stand is useful for those wanting cover and a calmer view, while a travelling group looking for atmosphere will usually gather behind a goal or in one of the covered standing areas. If segregation is introduced, follow stewarding and club instructions on the day rather than assuming the normal open layout applies.
Use the A36/A361 from Bath/Trowbridge side, then follow Frome signs. Badgers Hill is close to town and best reached via main roads.
Use the A350/A361 northbound from Warminster/Westbury, then enter Frome. Avoid minor lanes unless you know the area.
Use the A361 westbound from Trowbridge or the A36 from Bath, then follow Frome signs. The town has tight streets, so plan parking.
Use the A362/A361 from Shepton Mallet or Radstock side, then enter Frome. Allow time because Somerset roads are slower than motorway approaches.
Frome is the station to use for Frome Town. Great Western services via Westbury, Bath Spa or Bristol make this the station to use, though service patterns should be checked.
This entry is for rail planning only; the detailed walking route from the station is listed separately under the same station title.
Leave Frome station and head towards Badgers Hill. The route is a walk through Frome towards Berkley Road, with hills and narrow streets in places.
Allow around 15 to 25 minutes on foot. Check the latest club or steward information for the correct entrance before travelling, especially for segregated fixtures or evening games.
Bristol Airport is the main airport for Bath, Gloucestershire, Somerset and the west. There is no rail station at the airport, so the Airport Flyer or a taxi to Bristol Temple Meads is usually the first move.
For Frome Town, this airport makes most sense because Bristol is the nearest airport for Frome. From the airport, aim for Bath Spa or Westbury, then Frome. Use Airport Flyer to Bristol Temple Meads, then rail via Bath Spa/Westbury to Frome. A taxi from the airport can be viable for groups.
Heathrow is normally the strongest flight option for west London, Surrey, Berkshire and the Thames Valley because of its route choice and Elizabeth line, Piccadilly line, coach and taxi connections.
For Frome Town, this airport makes most sense because Heathrow has greater flight choice. From the airport, aim for Westbury or Bath Spa, then Frome. Use coach/rail connections to Reading or London Paddington, then Great Western services towards Westbury/Frome. It is longer but useful for long-haul flights.
First Bus D2 / D2x is one of the specific routes to check for Frome station and Badgers Hill. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
FromeBus 30 is one of the specific routes to check for Frome station and Badgers Hill. It is included because it serves the town, nearby station corridor or the side of the town used for the ground, making it more useful than a vague 'local bus' recommendation.
Check the operator's live timetable before travelling, especially for evening fixtures, bank holidays and Sunday games.
AAA Taxis Frome is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Frome station and Badgers Hill. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Frome Taxis is a named local taxi/private-hire option for Frome station and Badgers Hill. It is useful for station transfers, hotel pickups and the final leg where the nearest rail stop is not right beside the ground.
Pre-booking is sensible for midweek matches and for grounds in villages or residential areas where taxis may not be waiting outside at full-time.
Badgers Hill has matchday parking around the ground, but it is limited by the town setting. Follow club guidance and park considerately if using nearby streets.
Expect free or low-cost parking where available. Frome's roads can be tight, so arrive early.
Cattle Market car park is a useful Frome town-centre option if you want food or pubs before the match. It leaves a walk up to Badgers Hill or a short taxi.
Use normal local tariffs and check maximum stay rules. It is a good fallback if ground-side parking looks busy.
The Three Swans is a named pub option for Frome, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It is a sensible choice for early arrivals who want a town or village pub before moving on to the ground.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
The Griffin Frome is a named pub option for Frome, useful for supporters who want a proper place to aim for before the match rather than just wandering around the ground-side streets. It gives a second named pub option if the first choice is too busy or if you are arriving from a different side of town.
Check opening times and any fixture-specific door policy before travelling, especially where the ground sits in a residential area or the fixture is expected to be busy.
The High Pavement is a named food option around Frome, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It works best for supporters arriving with enough time for a proper meal rather than a rushed stop.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
Castello Frome is a named food option around Frome, useful if you want something more reliable than grabbing whatever is nearest at kick-off time. It gives another named alternative, useful for groups who want a different style of food before or after the match.
For restaurant-style stops, book ahead or arrive early; for smaller cafes and takeaways, check opening hours around evening fixtures.
George Hotel Frome is a practical overnight base for an away trip to Frome. It is included because it is a realistic base for the town or nearby transport corridor rather than a random hotel miles away.
Compare rates before booking because small towns can have limited rooms, while tourist places and larger cities can jump in price around events.
The main practical advice for Badgers Hill is to plan parking properly. Frome Town state that car parking at the stadium is currently free, but they also make clear that there is no parking on the main road or side roads. Supporters should follow the club's parking guidance and avoid blocking local access routes.
There is a bus stop outside the stadium near Turnstiles A and B, served by local services and the Bath bus route, which gives visitors a useful public transport option. Inside the ground, arrive early if you want a seat or covered position because the best sheltered areas can fill quickly in poor weather. Badgers Hill is a good ground for neutral supporters and groundhoppers who like traditional non-league football, with the clubhouse and close pitchside views giving it a strong matchday feel.
Frome Town usually provide match ticket and admission details through their official channels, with pay-on-the-gate common for many fixtures at this level. Recent visitor information has also shown tickets available in advance and on the gate, with separate adult, concession, student and under-16 pricing used for some matches.
Away supporters should check whether the fixture is segregated or all-ticket before travelling, especially for cup ties or local matches. For normal unsegregated league games, visiting fans will usually buy the same general admission as home supporters. Neutral supporters wanting comfort should aim for the covered seated stand, while those wanting atmosphere should choose the busier standing areas behind the goals or along the side.
Standard football ground rules apply at Badgers Hill. Supporters should not enter the pitch, use pyrotechnics, throw objects, bring glass into spectator areas or ignore steward instructions. Alcohol rules should be followed according to the clubhouse and matchday signage in operation.
The club's parking instructions are particularly important. Supporters should not park on the main road or side roads where the club has advised against it, and should avoid blocking access for residents, buses, players, officials or emergency vehicles.
Badgers Hill is a traditional non-league ground, so disabled supporters should contact Frome Town before travelling if they need accessible parking, step-free access, seating or toilet information. The ground has practical matchday facilities, but some viewing areas may be more suitable than others depending on weather, crowd size and whether segregation is in place.
Because the club controls parking at the stadium and discourages parking on surrounding roads, advance contact is recommended for anyone who needs to park close to the entrance or requires assistance on arrival.
Regular public stadium tours are not advertised for Badgers Hill. It is a working non-league football ground rather than a stadium-tour venue.
Supporters wanting to see the ground should plan to attend a Frome Town match. Any special access outside matchdays would need to be arranged directly with the club.
Nunney Castle is a worthwhile extra stop around Frome if you are making more of the day than just the match. It is one of the more obvious local attractions or landmarks to build into an away day.
Check opening times before travelling, particularly for winter midweek fixtures or attractions with seasonal hours.
Official club website. Use this for club news, fixtures, ticket information, supporter notices and the latest matchday updates.