We spent winter 2025-26 cooking, playing and meeting people at the Key Centre on the Mount in Frome.

We took over the empty nursery building and transformed it into a bustling community kitchen - open every day through the coldest period of the year. Over the course of 9 weeks, we served more than 2,500 free hot lunches (as well as more cups of tea and slices of cake than we could count). In fact, Terrestrial officially registered as a catering company, with many of our artists stepping in to work in the kitchen alongside experienced chefs.

We also hosted workshops, ran after-school discos, created installations, delivered scores of handwritten letters around the neighbourhood with our own postal service, and supported local people to forge friendships and collaborations. And we decorated with fences outside with designs from local school children brought to life by Jenna Herman.

The Key Centre is now running regular cafe hours - pop in or check their website to find out more.

‘You've managed to create a true warm space, getting people together, it's really beautiful.’

‘This space has been a solace for me in a very long, cold winter where the pressure to fuel the home has been too much at times. Coming with the intention of continuing to work in a  warm space and leaving with the added bonus of feeling like a stronger part of the community with similar faces and warm welcomes was a huge added benefit. The meals were extraordinary too, thank you!’

‘I’ve absolutely loved the winter cafe, the people, the activities. It’s helped meet others and grow closer to friends I already have. My kids have learnt a little independence and socialising with others. Thank you for this amazing café.’
- Cafe Visitors

Photos by Alice Whitby.