We want as many people to come here as possible…”
Gun Brewery in East Sussex is going from strength to strength having opened up a new state-of-the-art brewery, a stunning taproom and a number of fun events – all open to the general public. Eileen Leahy chats to co-founder Mark Berry about how he and Toby Smallpiece have gone from selling one pint to over […]
Dress to impress
This month Charlotte Newman who owns and runs Kitch fashion boutique on the High Street reveals the best looks for the party season… Wherever you are heading this season, our ultimate Kitch guide to party dressing has got you covered. Discover the perfect eveningwear essentials, from sequined and sparkling dresses to delicate and dazzling […]
Locals rise and dine…
Last month One Warwick Park Hotel on Chapel Place welcomed a wealth of guests to celebrate the launch of its new bottomless breakfast and brunch weekend menu. It’s now available from the hotel’s new Brasserie restaurant, whose main menu is packed full of breakfast favourites including eggs royale, American pancakes and traditional cooked breakfasts which […]
A very royal Christmas: Celebrating our local crown jewels
As people start to embark on their festive shopping sprees, local traders and Sarah-Jane Adams, Director of RTW Together Business Improvement District, tell SO magazine why it’s never been more important – or fun – to support the town’s retailers… Some very dapperly-dressed ladies and gentlemen were seen greeting local folk in Royal Tunbridge Wells […]
It’s a family affair… – The Acklerleys
This month Paul Dunton talks to siblings Joe and Alice, AKA The Ackerleys about the release of their stunning new EP ‘Boat We Made’ One of the most unique acts on the local music scene are The Ackerleys. Comprised of siblings Joe and Alice Ackerley, they have been performing together for around eight years. They offer […]
Culture Hub (November 2022)
Seasonal Cheer Now in its 18th year, the Wealden Times Midwinter Fair is a much-loved festive shopping bonanza and one of the most popular events in Kent. We spoke to Wealden Times Editor Lucy Fleming to find out why fans of the fair return year-after-year and also to Flo Simpson, Event Director, about what we […]
Farm to fork…
The TN card is the Tunbridge Wells loyalty scheme that rewards shoppers for supporting local. This month its founder Jess Gibson chats to Samantha, the manager of Groombridge Farm Shop which has been championing local produce for over 25 years. Samantha, thank you for joining the TN card. Why did you want to be […]
Just for laughs
October sees a slew of stars appearing at the Assembly Hall Theatre – many of whom are some of the country’s top comedians. They include Sarah Millican, Russell Kane and Jenny Eclair. Here Lilly Croucher reveals why Tunbridge Wells is such a hot spot for humour this month… If you’re a fan of stand […]
“Collagen has a wealth of positive benefits…”
Naomi Murray from Botanica Health emporium in Rusthall reveals why collagen is such a highly beneficial wonder product to take Gelatin is enjoying a revival – and for good reason. In fact, a few years ago, models at New York fashion week were drinking bone broth, such are the skin boosting benefits of gelatin […]
Culture Hub (September)
Molly Miller’s edit of the month’s most entertaining events happening in September. BRAIN TEASE September 9 Do brain teasers, mind melters and impressive cocktails sound like your idea of a top night in town? If you’re all about putting your noggin’ to the test, The Green Duck Emporium’s Big Duck Quiz Night should […]
