‘There will be so much creative variety on display at this summer exhibition’
From August 12 to 20 members of the Royal Tunbridge Wells Art Society will be showing their work as part of the annual Summer Exhibition. Eileen Leahy talks to the society’s Chair, Suzy Phillips, about what visitors can expect to enjoy this year… The Royal Tunbridge Wells Arts Society (RTWAS) was founded in 1933, […]
Summer fun for families
Whether your kids love hands-on activities, delicious food, or spending time in nature, Tunbridge Wells has got you covered this summer. Enjoy a fantastic day out with the whole family without blowing the budget, as outdoor attraction Bewl Water, along with its sister venues, One Warwick Park Hotel and Salomons Estate, offer a variety of […]
Why cruising is the simplest and most affordable way to see the Med
Lisa Salmon takes a whistlestop cruise on Tui’s newly-refitted Marella Voyager… A whale breaking the surface of a calm blue sea isn’t what you’d normally expect to witness as you eat dinner. But when that meal is during a Mediterranean cruise, maybe it’s not so unexpected. The whale is just one of the many […]
‘I love the idea of inspiring the younger generation through expressive art’
Lauren Bouche, a local sensory artist who loves to paint in a number of abstract ways, including with her hands and sometimes feet, has been the Artist in Residence at Langton Green Primary School during the summer term of 2023. Following her end-of-term exhibition last Thursday (July 20), Lauren spoke to Eileen Leahy about her […]
I say old chap, this play is a load of nonsense – and it’s absolutely perfect!
Trinity Theatre Club kicks off its run of a play based on the P. G. Wodehouse classic ‘The Code of the Woosters’ tonight (July 19). Helen Thorpe, the director of ‘Perfect Nonsense’ tells Eileen Leahy why audiences will be in for an evening of unbeatable raucous laughs thanks to this wonderful comic farce… Trinity […]
‘The grades awarded to our students are testament to their unwavering dedication’
Skinners’ Kent Academy students are celebrating receiving their International Baccalaureate Results. Eileen Leahy discovers more about this innovative educational programme that focuses on career-related learning… Students at The Skinners’ Kent Academy have been awarded their International Baccalaureate Career-related programme (IBCP) results. The IBCP is an innovative education programme tailored to those who want to […]
Aqua Park offers extended hours for summer fun
Aqua Park, a giant inflatable obstacle course located at Bewl Water in Lamberhurst, is already making a splash this summer. Extended opening hours began this month, so the Aqua Park will be open every day, ensuring plenty of opportunities for exciting water adventures in time for the school holidays. Nestled on the border of Kent […]
‘We love playing Tunbridge Wells – it’s always a really fun night’
As part of the TW Fringe Festival, Scummy Mummies take to the stage at the Assembly Hall theatre this Friday (July 14). It’s been almost ten years since the comedy duo began hilariously documenting the trials and errors of less-than-perfect parenting, so Eileen Leahy discovers what Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson have in store for […]
‘This new digital art experience will connect with people emotionally and physically’
Microworld: Amelia is a new exhibition running over the summer months, every day until September 3. It is an immersive show that encourages interaction, experimentation and collaboration, and also teaches visitors about the consequences of our actions. Here the cultural space’s exhibitions officer, Edward Liddle, tells Eileen Leahy more about this intriguing creative concept and […]
Become a star at the Assembly Hall Theatre
The local arts venue offers children two opportunities to take to the stage… Little Wolf Entertainment is looking for talented youngsters to appear in the Junior Ensemble alongside professional actors, in this year’s pantomime, Beauty and the Beast. The production company is creating a pantomime never before seen in Tunbridge Wells, whisking the audience […]
