Food shop and bar reopens after flood
A GROCERY shop and bar on The Pantiles has reopened after the building nearly sunk following a flood almost 14 months ago. Oliver Greens, which sells local produce as well as drinks at its bar, has finally reopened after flooding in the basement forced it to close back in January 2022. The shop’s owner, Claire […]
Fly-tipping incidents drop, but prosecutions still down
Incidents of fly-tipping in Tunbridge Wells have dropped over the past year, although prosecution is still proving difficult. New figures have revealed that despite the lower numbers, only four fines were issued to offenders in Tunbridge Wells in 2022. According to the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), 857 incidents were reported […]
SKATE season could be cut short
The face of SKATE Tunbridge Wells could change this year − if recommendations by the Council are made. The SKATE season could be cut down and more attractions added to the event – including a Ferris wheel, a carousel and other children’s rides. On March 8, the Cabinet Advisory Board for Communities and Economic Development […]
Shortlist announced for 2023 event
The Times Business Awards 2023 has prompted a deluge of fantastic entrants from across Tunbridge Wells. In fact, in response to the quality of the entries and the range of businesses that applied, five of the categories have been expanded to include four finalists who will be in the running for the awards. This year […]
Junior doctors strike in dispute over poor pay and conditions
Junior doctors at Tunbridge Wells hospital will be walking out again today, March 15, in their third day of strikes over pay and working conditions. The action is part of a 72-hour national strike by the British Medical Association (BMA) who are demanding a 35 per cent pay rise, which they hope will achieve full […]
High Brooms development blocked by Town Council
PLANS to develop the derelict High Brooms Working Men’s Club have been opposed by Southborough Town Council. In a comment on the planning application, Tracy Kelly, the Town Clerk for Southborough Town Council said: “The Council has decided to REFUSE this application, citing overdevelopment.” Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) said that the comment is just […]
Bewl Water prepares to welcome back anglers as trout fishing season returns
Anglers will soon be back on the hunt for their catch of the day as South East England’s largest reservoir, Bewl Water re-opens for trout fishing next Wednesday (March 15). The new season follows a two-week rest period after winter predator fishing ended on a high note on February 28. At the reservoir’s lowest point, […]
Grammar schools admitting lowest number of deprived pupils in Kent
NEW data shows that three Tunbridge Wells schools rank among the lowest in Kent when it comes to accepting children from poorer backgrounds. Tunbridge Wells Girls’ Grammar School (TWGGS) and The Skinners’ School are joint-third, while Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys (TWGSB) placed fourth as the least-inclusive of 37 grammar schools in the county. […]
Council puts brake on cabbies demanding cash only payments
TAXI drivers in Tunbridge Wells are being ‘encouraged’ to accept card payments and to not always insist customers pay in cash. The Borough Council has been forced to act after passengers have been left frustrated by drivers who insist on cash payments to avoid paying costly card transaction fees. Customers have complained on social media […]
To your good health
SO Magazine’s Lilly Croucher visits Natural Fit on Calverley Road to discover what makes it the town’s most luxurious and flexible health club… From the moment you walk through Natural Fit’s heavy glass doors you’re met with a feeling of calm far away from the bustling street outside. The stunning white Georgian building was […]
