New community centre will not be knock out for cricket matches
Paddock Wood Town Council [PWTC] has been trying to build the £3million multi-use facility that will include a 40-place nursery, hall, car parking, since 2014, when they first earmarked a site on the edge of Memorial Park just outside the town centre. The plans were subject to stiff opposition by some residents who formed a […]
Local classic car specialists H Engineering are passionate about restoring motorsport and vintage models. We find out more…
Bikes weren’t his only passion as he had always had an interest in classic and vintage cars. This desire arose when attending a Formula one race meeting at Brands Hatch back in the 80s, whilst watching the classic car supporting races. The passion became a reality when he restored a 1934 Austin 7 Ruby at […]
Black Deer announces more acts for next year
Black Deer 2022 is scheduled to take place at Eridge Park, between Tunbridge Wells and Crowborough, on June 17-19 next year. It was cancelled at the last minute in June when the government delayed the easing of Covid restrictions. Black Deer 2020 was also cancelled due to the pandemic. Having already announced the festival will […]
Leisure group turns to movie making to beat staff shortages
Tunbridge Wells based Elite Leisure Collection (ELC), which runs One Warwick Park Hotel, Salomons Estate, Bewl Water and is also owner of One Media, which publishes the Times, is facing recruitment issues for its hospitality businesses. Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that vacancies grew by 269,300 (35.2 per cent) between June […]
Department store slips further into the red as losses double
Fenwick has a number of department stores across the UK, including the Tunbridge Wells RVP branch, a Bond Street site as well as its original Newcastle store. During the pandemic the upmarket chain was forced to close shops and write down their value as footfall plummeted. Sales for the year to the end of January halved […]
Plea to end panic buying as petrol rationed at pumps
Motorists are being urged to stop the panic buying which is helping to create a shortage. The plea has been made by the Government’s Environment Secretary George Eustice who believes it would help supplies return to normal usage levels. Garages report selling two weeks’ supply in four days. The surge in demand comes amid fears […]
Read the Times of Tunbridge Wells 29th September 2021
Guest Blog: Natural Fit – everything is designed to make exercise and wellbeing a pleasure every time
Through the doors of the stylish members’ Café, enter your own world of health, fitness and relaxation all under one roof. Slip down to the pool and spa to recharge or head upwards to discover beautiful exercise equipment at every turn, alongside cosy lounges for work, leisure and catching up with friends. Leave ‘no pain, […]
Say cheers during this great British Food Fortnight courtesy of these wine corkers
Bring out the local seafood and oysters. Say hello to new small-batch, still wine Kent specialist Wayfarer Wines Wayfarer Wines Woodland Chardonnay 2020, Woodchurch, Kent (£16.99-£18, GrapeBritannia & Roberson Wine, 12%) Not all English wine is sparkling. Though rarely under £15, there are more and more still white and red wine gems around, too. Harvest happens a […]
Medieval village fills with flaming torches for a very fiery night out
FLAMING FUN: Cross burning has been a tradition in the area since the Reformation. Photo: © Caroline Pooley The High Street was packed as six bands also played, and the event – which raises funds for local good causes – culminated in a bonfire and fireworks on the Court Meadow recreation ground. Resident Sue Barnes […]
