A feast in the woods awaits
Boasting a beautiful backdrop of ancient woodland and cosy yet stylish interiors, the stunning timber-framed four-story treehouse – also known as The Clubhouse – at Kingdom in Penshurst is always a joy to spend time in. Whether you’re having a quick coffee there after a bike ride, or enjoying a long lunch with friends, the […]
Awards event raises over £13,000 for local charity
Taylor-Made Dreams was the recipient charity at the 25th Anniversary AV Awards, held at Evolution in Battersea Park in October. The event celebrates excellence amongst the AV industry’s people, companies, technologies and projects. “The evening, which was hosted by Southborough-based journalist Clive Couldwell, who is Group Editor of AV Magazine, and compered by comedian Rob […]
Grand opening of ‘Christmas at Bewl Water’
The rumours are true! Santa has landed ahead of this year’s grand opening of ‘Christmas at Bewl Water’ on November 19. Situated in Lamberhurst, southeast England’s largest reservoir now resembles an Enchanted Woodland created with meticulous detail and has something for everyone. With peak-time tickets selling out fast you won’t want to wait much longer […]
Chain pub to reopen with different name after management buyout
Pitcher & Piano, the popular pub chain located at 3-5 Church Road in Tunbridge Wells, is set to become a locally-run and owned bar after its General Manager of 23 years, Shahpur Sherazi, purchased his share of the business. Shahpur – or ‘Shaps’ as he is also known – will be partnering with Marstons Brewery […]
Tunbridge Wells prepares for its Biggest Reveal yet
This Thursday (November 16) The Big Reveal, billed by its organisers as ‘The ultimate Christmas event in Tunbridge Wells’, is returning for its biggest year to date. “There will be lots of festive magic for the whole family to enjoy at this year’s free events which will take place in three different town locations for […]
Pub in the Park festival no longer ‘viable’ for town organisers say
Organisers of Pub in the Park announced last Friday (November 10), that it would not be bringing the ‘good food and grooves’ festival back to the town, deeming it to be ‘not viable’ for 2024. When the Times contacted the event’s press team on Tuesday (November 14) the newspaper was told that the three-day event […]
Mayor’s Toy Appeal launches
Last week volunteers began filling sacks with presents as The Mayor’s Toy Appeal got underway for 2023. Its aim is to gather and distribute as many new toys and gifts for disadvantaged children in the town and wider Borough. The charity’s temporary headquarters is located on the second floor in Royal Victoria Place and opened […]
Tributes paid on Remembrance Sunday
Remembrance Sunday saw thousands turn out across the Borough to pay their respects to servicemen and women who lost their lives in wars. Those in attendance gathered at the War Memorial at Town Hall, on Sunday November 12 at the main Remembrance service in Tunbridge Wells. The Reverend Jeremy Ive led the service and he […]
Tudeley campaign victory as development set to be shelved
Controversial housing plans for Tudeley Village are set to be withdrawn by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council following recommendations set out by officers in a revised development strategy. On Monday November 13, members of the advisory board unanimously agreed that the 2,800 homes planned for Tudeley Village in Capel Parish be dropped from the Local Plan. […]
Read the Times of Tunbridge Wells 15th November 2023
