Episodes

  • Mere & District Link Scheme

    Mere & District Link Scheme
    Apr 29 2026
    In the second episode, Festival Director Ashley Gray joins John Fitzgerald at The Brush and Broom on the outskirts of Mere to discuss the vital role that the Mere & District Link Scheme plays in the community. They discuss the importance of volunteers, of access to local hospitals and pharmacies and the long relationship between the charity and Mere Literary Festival.
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    16 mins
  • Winstone’s Hunting Raven Books, Frome

    Winstone’s Hunting Raven Books, Frome
    Mar 26 2026
    In this episode, we step inside one of Frome’s most cherished cultural landmarks: Winstone’s Hunting Raven Books. Festival Director Ashley Gray sits down with manager Tina to explore the shop’s rich history, its roots in local folklore, and its role as a vibrant hub for readers, writers and the wider community.
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    15 mins