AS THE church bells were rung to welcome peace after four years of war in 1918, communities and individuals came together to take part in celebrations and to create the rites of Remembrance we recognise today.

An exhibition in Frome next month offers the chance to see artefacts, souvenirs and period costumes used those in community and domestic celebrations.

Daily talks from the curator with handling sessions, where you can touch the objects on display, and performances of The Little Victory Ball, a thoroughly entertaining play about the era, will make this a fascinating experience for all ages.

Using oral history and newspaper accounts from 1918-1920 the stories of four women are revealed in the pay, which covers Armistice Day, the Peace Parade, the Great Silence, the Unknown Warrior, and the unveiling of the Cenotaph.

This interactive First World War event vividly explains how Remembrance has come to mean so much, and how the centenary of the First World War has relevance for every generation.

This is an ideal opportunity for local schools and individuals to learn more about what life was like locally during and after the Great War.

The Little Victory Ball can also visit schools with their travelling theatre and museum.

The exhibition runs from 17th to 31st January at the Black Swan Gallery on Bridge Street, Frome, with live shows on Saturday, January 24 and Saturday, January 31.

Entry to the exhibition is free, and tickets for the shows are £6/£4. Schools and other local groups are invited to book exclusive sessions.

Visit www.thelittlevictoryball.com for more information and to book tickets.