CAN you guess where this week’s Mystery Photograph was taken?

Each week, the Journal invites readers to test their local knowledge by identifying a historic location from days gone by.

Last week’s Mystery Photograph was identified as Falkland Green.

Falkland is a small village on the edge of Frome, known for its strong sense of community and rural setting. At the heart of the village is Falkland Green, a shared open space that is used by residents for informal recreation and community activity.

The Green provides an area for walking, children’s play and seasonal events, and is valued locally as an important social and environmental asset. Surrounded by housing and countryside, it offers a rare communal space that contributes to the character of the village and provides a focal point for residents.

Village greens such as Falkland Green are traditionally protected spaces, intended to remain open and accessible for community use. In Falkland, the Green continues to play a role in everyday village life, supporting both wellbeing and community connection.

In addition to its role as a social space, Falkland Green contributes to the wider environmental character of the area. The open grassland helps support local biodiversity, providing habitat for wildlife and helping to soften the transition between the built environment and surrounding countryside. Mature trees and hedgerows around the Green add to its visual appeal and offer shade and shelter throughout the year.

The Green is also a valued asset for health and wellbeing, offering residents easy access to outdoor space close to home. Such spaces are increasingly recognised for their importance in supporting physical activity, mental health and community cohesion, particularly in smaller settlements where facilities can be limited.

Falkland itself has grown gradually over time, but retains a village feel despite its proximity to Frome. The presence of the Green helps preserve that identity, acting as a reminder of the area’s rural roots.