French finesse
When Coco Retro launched in 2017 its aim was to serve up the finest gallic-inspired dishes this side of the Channel to the discerning diners of Tunbridge Wells. Richard Williams went along to see if the bistro still has that certain ‘je ne sais quoi’… “Coco Retro has been showcasing some of the finest […]
Discover the dental practice with a difference…
Jodie Claridge has just opened the dental box in Southborough. Eileen Leahy meets the business entrepreneur to find out why this state-of the-art dentistry practice is at the cutting edge… Luxurious Soho Home furniture, smart Amtico flooring, silk orchids and glossy marble detailing is not what you’d associate with walking into a normal dental practice […]
The breakfast club
They say the early bird catches the worm, but in this case, it catches eggs royale and breakfast burritos as Tunbridge Wells’ One Warwick Park Hotel opens its doors to Brasserie – a new hotspot for breakfast & brunch… The Brasserie, One Warwick Park which opened its doors on September 20, is dedicated to serving […]
Capturing Cranbrook: Nature Art Competition
Reminding all budding artists to pick up their canvas and capture Cranbrook This summer saw the launch of Capturing Cranbrook, an art-led programme looking to celebrate the natural landscape of the treasured Kent town. Hosted by local developer, Berkeley, the initiative is calling creatives of all stripes to showcase Cranbrook through their eyes – through […]
Girls just wanna have fun
There really is nothing better than a weekend away with your friends to chill out and forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life. And no matter if it’s a hen do, birthday party, or just a staycation, Tunbridge Wells is the perfect place for a girls’ trip. In a town blessed with trendy […]
Burger King…
Tunbridge Wells is experiencing a boom in trendy burger restaurants. Sarah Bond met Richard Oddy of the recently opened Roddy Burger on Camden Road to discover what makes his offerings a cut above the rest Former Tunbridge Wells commodity broker Richard Oddy, known to everyone as ‘Roddy’, was the first person to spot a gap […]
Raising the bar…
Molly Miller raises a glass to some of the best spots to enjoy a cocktail, carafe of wine or craft ale Tunbridge Wells… Cool and sophisticated? Lively and modern? Traditional and quiet? Whatever your taste of pub or bar might be it’s fair to say we’re spoilt for choice here in Tunbridge Wells. From small […]
Love where you live: Justine Rutland
This month SO chats to Justine Rutland about all the places she loves to support locally. Here the councillor at Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and Cabinet Member for Tunbridge Wells Town and Local Areas, whose portfolio includes economic development and tourism, tells us all about her favourite spots to stroll, shop and socialise… Where […]
Love where you live – Calvermont
Where do you live? Calvermont HQ is hidden behind a big black door in the centre of Mount Pleasant, directly opposite the station. A perfect location for people watching and client hosting. How long have you resided there? We were lucky to welcome a number of new clients during the pandemic, so we went on […]
Say cheers to Haelu…
Despite the Covid pandemic wreaking havoc with life as we knew it for the best part of two and a half years, thankfully there has been the odd silver lining story to enjoy. One such example is that of Haelu, a non-alcoholic functional drinks brand, co-founded by local residents Stuart Coleman and Jamie Kelly along […]
