At this time the chain fell into administration, which led to 160 shops closing nationally.
But according to a brief BHS’ website, ‘the lights will be back on soon’ with four shops set to reopen.
Former rival department store Beales, has announced a deal which will see 15 shops reopen. The first four have been announced as Mansfield, Skegness, Peterborough and Bournemouth.
It has not been stated whether Tunbridge Wells is in their plans.
Royal Victoria Place did not respond to a request for comment.