Crash in Tunbridge Wells sparks road safety debate
A CRASH in which a car ploughed into a camping shop in Monson Road and injured three people has prompted further questions about road safety and the traffic restrictions in place in the area. Emergency services were called on Friday April 28 at 11.27am after a red Fiat 500 crashed into the Blacks store, where […]
Students excel in the UKMT Maths Challenge
Beacon Academy pupils in Years 9 to 11 celebrate their impressive results in a global mathematical and problem-solving competition… Maths students from Beacon Academy in Crowborough have been praised by the secondary school’s staff for doing so well in the recent UK Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Intermediate Maths Challenge. The national competition aims to further […]
Town plans right royal party for the Coronation
In an unprecedented show of unity, the Borough of Royal Tunbridge Wells has come together to produce a weekend of festivities to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III, from May 6-8. Promising “a weekend of fun and celebration”, RTW Together BID, Visit Tunbridge Wells, The Pantiles, The Amelia Scott, Royal Victoria Place, King Charles […]
The ‘sweet spot’ in town?
The High Street has weathered its share of ups and downs, but it remains well-placed to thrive. Victoria Roberts takes a walk to check out the latest offerings… TUNBRIDGE Wells’ High Street comprises less than half a mile’s worth of retail and hospitality business, but its impact stretches far beyond its geographical location and […]
Bidborough resident and property boss cycles to Paris for charity
A Tunbridge Wells group, including the chairman of a property company. is to cycle 300km, from London to Paris, for the fourth time. Ian Playford of Kingsbridge Estates will be joined by two colleagues, Jeremy Sharland and Paul Butler, as they take part in the Duchenne Dash in aid of Duchenne UK, a charity that […]
Woman who lost arm in attack sues RSPCA
A WOMAN from Crowborough, who had her arm amputated after a dog attack, is suing the RSPCA for £200,000 because she wasn’t made aware of the animal’s violent history. Joanna Harris, 49, fostered the American Bulldog from the RSPCA, but it attacked her while at her home in East Sussex in September 2021. According to […]
Chaos for GCSE and A Level exams in latest teacher strike
THOUSANDS of students who are about to sit their final exams are expected to be impacted by the teacher strikes this week. Nurses at Tunbridge Wells Hospital, however, remain at work. Teachers at schools across Tunbridge Wells will be walking out of the classrooms tomorrow, April 27, and again on May 2 in a dispute […]
Doctor shortages cut deep
THE nationwide problem of doctor shortages and the social care crisis is being felt close to home, as patients in Tunbridge Wells have been struggling to get necessary medical attention and make doctor’s appointments with their GP surgeries. Some residents in Tunbridge Wells have reported waiting weeks for appointments. A patient who is under the […]
Resident refuses to leave home as half of housing estate is to be demolished
PLANS for the demolition and rebuilding of half of a council estate have been approved, despite one resident refusing to move from her home. The green light was given by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) for 110 units on the Showfields Estate to be demolished at a Council meeting on March 22. A total of […]
Town traffic ban leads to fines of more than £200k in 30 days
FINES issued by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) to motorists travelling along the restricted bus lane on Mount Pleasant Road have totalled £210,000 in just 25 days. Despite this massive tally, confusion still reigns among drivers over the exact nature of the restrictions. Three thousand Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) of £70 each were issued to […]
