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This week in Tunbridge Wells: have your say on a proposed new board game café, with a short survey shaping everything from games to food. In the news, South East Water will face MPs after the town’s prolonged water outage, while Marks & Spencer has closed its Fountains Retail Park store for a major refurbishment. Looking ahead, petrolheads can enjoy F1 The Movie at Lamberhurst Community Cinema, and Bowie Night returns to The Forum with guaranteed singalong energy. Plenty to get involved with!...

Sponsored by This week in Tunbridge Wells: a campaign is gathering pace to save the Victoria Snooker Centre, a much-loved social hub with a storied past, as redevelopment plans for Royal Victoria Place loom. Elsewhere, plans to convert the former George and Dragon pub in Lamberhurst into 15 flats have sparked fresh debate about housing, heritage and parking pressures. Looking ahead, families can enjoy the feel-good Rusthall Treasure Trail fundraiser in support of Samaritans, while Calverley...

Sponsored by This week in Tunbridge Wells: The Mayor’s Toy Appeal wrapped up after five weeks, delivering hundreds of Christmas gifts to local children thanks to an outpouring of community support. Elsewhere, a stretch of woodland on the edge of town has been saved from potential development following a successful £1.25m appeal, securing its future for generations to come. Looking ahead, enjoy festive skating at Calverley Grounds or soak up the magic of Christmas at Bedgebury’s illuminated...

This week: the fallout from the water outage continues, with local hospitality businesses estimated to have lost £7–8 million in revenue, and MPs now calling South East Water’s boss to give evidence. We also cover the newly approved Local Plan, locking in 4,500 homes across the borough despite ongoing controversy. On the festive front, lace up for Skate at Calverley Grounds, enjoy classic Christmas chaos with Sleeping Beauty at the Assembly Hall, or plan ahead for family favourites like The...

It’s been a strange week of low pressure, bottled water and very fed-up cafés — so if you can, consider giving a coffee to help our independents bounce back. Thankfully, the town still has sparkle: the Calverley Grounds ice rink is twinkling away, and Trinity’s Nativity! The Musical is pure Christmas cheer. WEATHER Monday: 11°C 🌡️ 13°C | 🌧️ Tuesday: 10°C 🌡️ 14°C | 🌧️ Wednesday: 5°C 🌡️ 12°C | 🌥️ SUPPORT INDEPENDENT LOCAL BUSINESSES Tunbridge Wells Needs You - Give a Coffee, Lift a Business Our...

Sponsored by Good morning Tunbridge Wells! 🎅🎄 24,000 homes remain without water after a chemical fault shut down the Pembury Treatment Works. Meanwhile, redevelopment plans for Torrington Car Park move forward, proposing 120 build-to-rent homes and new commercial space beside the station. This week’s highlights include the opening night of SKATE at Calverley Grounds and The Sherlocks bringing big indie energy to The Forum. Plus, community efforts continue with the Mayor’s Toy Appeal...

This week in Tunbridge Wells: devil's fingers shocked walkers on the Common. It's a rare, foul-smelling fungus with bright red tentacles. Plans are also progressing to redevelop the old Hendy Ford site on Mount Ephraim into more than 100 homes. It will keep the historic frontage while adding flats and townhouses. Upcoming events include A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story at Trinity Theatre, offering a spooky festive classic, and the Chiddingstone Castle Christmas Artisan Fair, bringing unique...

Sponsored by Good Morning! Primark opens its new 31,000 sq ft Tunbridge Wells store on 12th December, creating over 100 jobs, while St James Medical Centre will close its Carlton Road site, with patients moving to Grosvenor by 2026. This week’s events include the RTWSO’s Fairy Tales & Golden Legends concert on 23rd November, a night of magical orchestral storytelling, and Ross Noble at the Assembly Hall on Friday, bringing his trademark chaotic comedy to town. WEATHER Monday: 2°C 🌡️ 8°C | ⛅...

Sponsored by This week in TW Life: Kent councils unveil draft plans for a major local government reorganisation, while a Tunbridge Wells mum faces delays selling a retirement flat due to lease complications. Plus, don’t miss the M.A.P Art Fair at The Amelia on Saturday, a free celebration of local creativity. For something active, join table tennis or badminton at Sunnyside Hall, where your first session is free. Have a great week everyone! 😄 WEATHER Monday: 8°C 🌡️ 13°C | ⛈️ Tuesday: 13°C 🌡️...

Sponsored by This week: Hermes House on St John’s Road may soon be replaced by a £multi-million rehab and recovery centre creating 88 local jobs, while actor James Norton delighted staff with a surprise visit to Basil café. Don’t miss Frant Primary School’s Bonfire & Fireworks Night on Friday with BBQ, drinks, and mulled wine, or cosy up for Jazz Kitchen at Charlie’s Angels Kitchens for live jazz and vegetarian food. WEATHER Monday: 11°C 🌡️ 15°C | 🌧️ Tuesday: 13°C 🌡️ 14°C | 🌧️ Wednesday: 13°C...