"Don't bother washing, just bathe in the rave", is the message from organisers of a dance extravaganza at Frome's Cheese and Grain.

Expect fluorescent colours, neon lights, whistles and leg warmers as Jane Chedz and Ellen Porteous put on Like A Rave? Need A Shave on Saturday, June 13.

Your Time spoke to Jane and Ellen to find out more:

Your Time: Can you tell us why you're putting on the rave?

Jane: We organised a smaller event last year for our birthdays at the Masonic Hall in Frome but it was too small.

So this year we thought we'd go all out and make it a big event as a warm up before Glastonbury, and a welcome home for students after exams.

It's an excuse to celebrate the start of the summer!

What can people expect when they attend Like A Rave? Need A Shave

Ellen: There's going to be a whole load of fun things going on. We're creating a 'chill out' tent with bean bags and sofas, tuck shops and bubble machines.

The décor's going to be great having rented out eight brand new inflatable clouds from Electric Night Garden's Toby Prin.

Jane: There's also going to be a whole load of UV items for sale including face paint, tutus and wings so people who come under dressed can complete their outfit!

This is not a serious or hardcore rave, it's a fun, cheap night for people to dress up as crazy as possible. There will be a competition for the best dressed. We just want happy, smiley people and no trouble ... Unfortunately we are going to make it an over 18 event.

But oldies are welcome, I'm dragging my ma and pa along!

Who will be providing the music at the event?

Ellen: We've teamed up with the Electric Night Garden and DJ Chamber, from Bass Kitchen, who will each be playing a set.

We've already had a lot of interest from people wanted to get on the decks so if anyone's interested they can contact me and they should be able to have a slot.

This is a night that everyone can get involved in.

What is it you like about this sort of music and this sort of party?

Ellen: I'm not a fan of clubbing, I always find people take themselves too seriously in clubs and are only out to pull. With these kind of parties is just about having fun and experiencing something different. I think this kind of music is universal and everyone can enjoy it, it's great to dance to meaning no one is left standing still.

Rave culture is often given a bad press. Why do you think that is?

Jane: Raves are often associated with drugs, but this one isn't – it is meant to be a good-natured event, a laugh.

I think raves are coming back now but in a different kind of way and hopefully our event will show how nice and relaxed they can be.

The Rhythmites, a six piece reggae outfit based in Bath, come to the Grain tomorrow.

Using a pastiche of musical influences they build on a heavy roots foundation, reworking the traditional format of reggae to create their own unique sound.

Recreating the image, energy and most incredibly the voice of the late Freddie Mercury, The Great Pretender Queen tribute act hits the venue's stage on Saturday.

Fans can expect to hear all the classics from It's A Kind Of Magic and Radio Gaga to Bohemian Rhapsody and I Want To Break Free.

On Wednesday, June 3 the Grain hosts Ralph McTell. Best known for his hit Streets Of London, Ralph's astute observations of life shine through his songs and anecdotes.

A true legend of British folk music, his rich baritone voice and virtuosity on guitar promise a very special evening.

For further information and to book tickets for these events call 01373 455420.