Two online businesses open new joint pop-up boutique
Two local business entrepreneurs have teamed up to create a pop-up women’s fashion and accessories boutique in Tunbridge Wells. Sam Hipperson of fashion and accessories brand Love & Luxe, and Clair Hewitt of bag and homewares label Hermosa London, are collaborating on a pop-up boutique in Royal Victoria Place this autumn-winter season. The entrepreneurs have […]
Lloyds Bank reopens branch on Mount Pleasant Road
Lloyds Bank in Tunbridge Wells has now reopened to customers after its recent refurbishment and modernisation. Plans to turn the Grade II listed building into flats were shelved in the summer in favour of retaining the branch. The initial residential planning application for the historic building, located on Mount Pleasant Road, outlined plans for eight […]
Festive Ferris wheel to go ahead in Calverley Grounds
Following the announcement of this year’s SKATE events in Calverley Grounds, TWBC has confirmed to the Times that the Festive Ferris Wheel has been approved to go ahead. Running for just one month throughout December, families can ride the Christmas Wheel as part of their winter wonderland experience for £4.50 if booked in advance or […]
Mayor’s Toy Appeal is back for Christmas 2023
The Mayor’s Christmas Toy Appeal for 2023 launches tomorrow, November 9, with its annual seasonal charity drive to collect Christmas presents for children of families who might otherwise go without. Providing vital support to families facing financial hardship during the challenging festive season, the Mayor’s Toy Appeal has been running since 1987. Last year it […]
December Sunday parking concessions set to return after a four-year hiatus
Free parking every Sunday in December in the town centre is set to be approved this week by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) in the first Christmas parking scheme since 2019. The scheme will mean parking at Royal Victoria Place and Meadow Road car parks every Sunday across December will be free. The decision is […]
Cold water swimming enthusiasts embrace the chill at Bewl Water
Last week, 50 intrepid cold water dippers braved the brisk temperatures of Bewl Water with local open water swimming company TriSwim for a Halloween night swim. The event marked the first-ever night swim at the iconic venue, ushering in the winter open water season with a daring dip in the 12-degree waters. The lake and […]
New venue sets poetry in motion
Word Up, Tunbridge Wells’ monthly spoken word and open mic event, has moved to a new home at the Old Auction House on Linden Park Road. A spokesperson for the creative collective said the move was temporary and only for the winter. “We’re usually based at The Forum but during the chillier months we decided […]
In Bloom team wins Gold
Royal Tunbridge Wells in Bloom is celebrating after picking up a gold medal at the national final of this year’s Britain in Bloom competition. There was tough competition from the other finalists in the Small City category, with Tunbridge Wells coming up against Derry City in Northern Ireland, Newcastle-under-Lyme, and Oadby and Wigston in Leicestershire […]
Read the Times of Tunbridge Wells 8th November 2023
The good life
Although the garden might be dying down, now is actually a good time to think about what you’ll be sowing and planting for next year says Tim Sykes of Gardenproud. Here he discusses the benefits of growing your own fruit and vegetables – especially if you can get access to a much coveted allotment… I […]
