Community news

Supporting fun and inclusion at the Frome Children’s Festival

We were delighted to support this year’s Frome Children’s Festival, organised by Purple Elephant, a local charity that provides vital support services for children and families. At Whatley quarry, we’re committed to supporting initiatives that develop education, skills and wellbeing. The Frome Children’s Festival is a free to attend event that aims to support social inclusion and integration, and to develop a strong and supportive town-wide community.

Whatley quarry team take on Three Peaks Challenge – and win!

A team from our Whatley quarry in Frome, Somerset, successfully completed the Three Peaks Challenge within 24 hours, climbing the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales in memory of their late colleague.

Donation to Nunney Church

We are delighted to see that a project we contributed to at All Saints’ Church, Nunney, has culminated with the renovation, augmentation and re-installation of the church bells to the tower.

Threeways School visit to Whatley quarry with Earth Science Centre

We recently had the pleasure of hosting students from the Threeways School in Bath, a community school for young people with special educational needs.

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Blasting at Whatley is scheduled for Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at around midday, wherever possible.

New trucks to support quarry efficiencies

Two new fuel-efficient CAT 777G dumper trucks have been commissioned at Whatley – the first of five to arrive as part of our £10 million plant upgrade.

School visit during National Careers Week

Representatives visited the Blue School in Wells during National Careers week.

Blasting updates keep community informed

We’ve been busy reviewing our approach to blast design and developing a service to keep local people informed about planned blasts at Whatley – part of our commitment to being a good neighbour.

Whatley opens its doors for biodiversity competition

Whatley quarry is among the sites participating in the fifth round of our biodiversity competition, the Quarry Life Award. Westdown quarry, Asham Wood and Vallis Vale are also open to potential projects.

Donation supports learning at local school

The pupils of Mells Church of England First School in Mells, Somerset, have a new look classroom thanks to the installation of a £2,900 interactive whiteboard, funded by Whatley.

River opening up initiative for wellbeing

Wellbeing is a key priority at Whatley and we are extending our association with Frome and District Angling Association (FADAA) to open up more of the river frontage we own locally for angling.

New signs for Chantry

Visitors to Chantry are now greeted by two new signs, paid for by the company.

Demolition work at Westdown quarry

Work has started at our Westdown quarry to remove the former concrete bins, known locally as the ‘toast rack’.

Tree nursery for regeneration in East Mendips

Our Whatley team is working in partnership with several organisations to help manage the impact of ash die back disease (ADB) across our landholding in the East Mendips.

Proposals to reopen Westdown quarry – public drop-in session

Local residents were able to review our plans to update the existing conditions for Westdown quarry at a public drop-in session held at our Whatley quarry offices.

Open day 2023

We are looking forward to opening Whatley quarry to the local community on Sunday April 23, 2023.

Whatley quarry decks the halls with Christmas tree donation to Friends of Whatley

In the spirit of the season, Whatley quarry has donated a 10ft Christmas tree and string lights to local community group, Friends of Whatley for use in its Christmas celebrations at St George’s church.