Dorset, Somerset &amp; Bristol


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<p>Dan Musselwhite makes gorgeous silver, gold and platinum jewellery using precious and semi-precious stones in his studio in Frome.</p>



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<p>We love his rings, bangles, bracelets and necklaces, inspired by the simplicity of nature and the fluidity of movement associated with Eastern martial arts – and we&#8217;re not the only ones. </p>



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<p>He was voted the Best Jeweller in Somerset &amp; Dorset in the Muddy Awards 2022 and was a finalist in the BBC2 TV series <em>All That Glitters </em>in 2021. </p>



<p>After relocating to Frome in 2019, Dan&#8217;s now a confirmed Froomie – as we discovered when we asked him about his favourite places.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hydeaway">HydeAway</h2>



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<p>My favourite bar is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HydeAwayFrome/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HydeAway</a>, a great little hidden bar in Frome.  It has a capacity of just over 30 people which creates a fantastic atmosphere.&nbsp;They sometimes have live music, and comedy and they serve amazing cocktails and craft beer – what&#8217;s not to love?  [They also won Best Bar in Somerset and Dorset in the Muddy Awards 2021.]</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The River House </h2>



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<p>A brilliant cafe with the best coffee –&nbsp;their own, home-roasted Loud Mouth Coffee – in town.&nbsp; Not to mention that they often bring it directly to my studio at a time when I most&nbsp;need it – most mornings!&nbsp; <a href="https://www.riverhousefrome.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The River House</a> is based in Black Swan Arts which is right next to me, which helps. Also on the menu: brunches and lunches, home made cakes and bakes–&nbsp;vegans, veggies and gluten-free all catered for, loose leaf teas, soft drinks and booze.  </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Victoria&nbsp;Park</h2>



<p>A special <a href="https://www.discoverfrome.co.uk/attraction/victoria-park-frome/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">park</a> right in the centre of town, which opened around 1887 to celebrate Queen Victoria&#8217;s Golden Jubilee.  I go here to practice my Tai Chi at the thatched bandstand.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Black Swan Arts </h2>



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<p>A&nbsp;charity and a centre for art and crafts in Frome and the wider region, <a href="https://www.blackswanarts.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Black Swan Arts</a> support&nbsp;independent&nbsp;makers/designers like me by providing affordable studios and a venue from which to sell our products.&nbsp;This is where I am based. They have exhibitions and events running throughout the year and a great shop selling work by local artists and designer-makers.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Vallis Vale </h2>



<p>This is where I like to go to clear my head and walk the dog. It&#8217;s <a href="https://bristol-barkers.co.uk/walks/vallis-vale/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">a beautiful walk</a> on the outskirts of Frome through ancient woodlands and next to the river.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>You can buy Dan Musselwhite’s collection <a href="https://www.danielmusselwhite.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">online</a> or visit him at Black Swan Arts from Mon to Fri between 10am–4pm. And if you fancy yourself as future contestant on <em>All That Glitters</em>, book yourself onto one of his workshops and courses, pronto.</p>



<p><em><a href="https://www.danielmusselwhite.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Daniel Musselwhite </a>Jewellery, Studio 9 Black Swan Arts, 2 Bridge St, Frome. Somerset, BA11 1BB. Tel <a href="https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-d&amp;q=daniel+musselwhite+jewellery#">07713 245559</a></em></p>


My favourite places: Frome jeweller Dan Musselwhite

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