THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is returning to Tunbridge Wells this Christmas - so get those Christmas pyjamas at the ready! The magical train ride will be steaming back into Spa Valley Railway from 7 November to 30 December 2026, bringing the...
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Your ultimate guide to Christmas in and around Tunbridge Wells – from magical events and festive days out to local gift ideas, markets and where to see Father Christmas. Make the most of the season with everything you need for a joyful, stress-free Christmas.
10 Christmas Gift Ideas for Teens They’ll Actually Want
ad. Buying Christmas presents for teenagers isn’t always easy. One minute they have a list as long as their arm, the next the only answer you can get is “I don’t know” - and somehow everything they do want seems to cost a small fortune!...
24 of the best Santa’s Grottos in Kent & East Sussex this Christmas 2026
I know it seems incredibly early (it's only July 2026 as I'm writing this!), but many of the best Father Christmas experiences in Kent and East Sussex have already released tickets - and some are already selling out. So, as crazy as it...
A Festive Journey Like No Other… Discover Christmas at Bewl Water 2026
ad. There’s something incredibly special about seeing Christmas through your children’s eyes. The excitement, the anticipation and that unwavering belief that magic really does exist. Christmas at Bewl Water brings all of that festive...
What’s on in Tunbridge Wells between now and Christmas Day? 19 to 24 December
Well Tunbridge Wells, we are in the final days before Christmas! And we know many of you might be headed elsewhere for Christmas, but just as many of you will have visitors to Tunbridge Wells too. So we've got a super roundup of things to...
Discover the Magic of Christmas at the National Trust in Kent & East Sussex
Get ready to step into Christmas magic as ten National Trust places across Kent and East Sussex transform for the festive season. From beautifully decorated historic houses to sparkling gardens, storybook trails and craft workshops, each...
Follow the Tunbridge Wells Elf Trail This Christmas – and Win a £200 Fenwick Voucher
If you’re looking for a fun, free and festive activity to enjoy with the kids this December, the Royal Tunbridge Wells Elf Trail is back – and it’s bigger, cheekier and more magical than ever. Running from now until 4 January 2026, this...
Christmas at RVP: Your Guide to the Best Places to Shop This December
With the start of December proving unexpectedly difficult for many residents and businesses around Tunbridge Wells (due to the ongoing water outage), now really is the time to get out there and show our local shops and eateries a bit of...
Christmas in Tunbridge Wells 2025: The Best Things to Do This December
Christmas in Tunbridge Wells is officially here, and December is packed with festive days out, family fun and magical moments across the town. From Santa visits and light trails to shows, markets and free activities, here are the very...
Christmas 2025 at Drusillas: Santa’s Grotto, Winter Lights and Family Fun
Christmas magic has been sparkling brighter than ever at Drusillas Park this year. From now until Tuesday 23rd December, the popular family attraction has transformed into a twinkling winter wonderland – complete with snow-dusted scenes,...
75 Christmas Fairs in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge & Crowborough
Read about the most festive Christmas Fairs in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Crowborough this season! Who doesn’t love a Christmas fair? There are plenty of festive fairs happening in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Crowborough over the...
Tunbridge Wells Mayor’s Toy Appeal 2025
The Tunbridge Wells Mayor’s Toy Appeal is officially open for donations from now until Wednesday 17th December 2025 - helping to bring joy to local children and teenagers who are in need or whose families find Christmas an especially...
9 of the Best Pantos and Christmas Shows Around Tunbridge Wells This Christmas
Panto season has officially arrived, and whether you’re after glittering big-stage magic, cosy local charm or an alternative Christmas show with a twist, there’s so much happening in and around Tunbridge Wells this year. Here are eight...
Get ready for Christmas at Penshurst Place – Panto magic and hands-on festive fun
Christmas is coming to Penshurst Place with a magical line-up of festive experiences this November and December – from an all-new mini panto and Father Christmas visit to creative workshops and seasonal shopping. Read on to discover all...
A family favourite returns – Father Christmas Afternoon Tea Experience at Chiddingstone Castle
Now in its second year, Chiddingstone Castle’s Father Christmas Afternoon Tea Experience returns this December, inviting families to enjoy a fantastically festive and traditional celebration, inside this beautiful historic house. A...
Get Ready, Tunbridge Wells – Christmas is Coming!
Christmas in Tunbridge Wells is set to be bigger and brighter than ever thanks to a magical line-up of festive events from Royal Tunbridge Wells Together BID. From parades and fireworks to elves, trains and tall tales, there’s something...
SKATE Tunbridge Wells Glides Back into Calverley Grounds for Christmas 2025!
The most magical winter tradition in town is back! SKATE Tunbridge Wells returns to Calverley Grounds from Friday 5 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026, marking 15 years of festive fun in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. The open-air rink...
Get Ready for a Brand-New Spin on Sleeping Beauty – The Tunbridge Wells Panto You’ll Love!
Get ready for a brand-new spin on a much-loved fairy tale as the Assembly Hall Theatre brings Sleeping Beauty to life this Christmas! This action-packed spectacular promises spellbinding magic, dazzling sets, laugh-out-loud moments and...
Tunbridge Wells, Get Ready to Sparkle – Nativity! The Musical Is Nearly Here!
The countdown to Christmas has officially begun - and Trinity Theatre is about to light up Tunbridge Wells with Nativity! The Musical, the most joyful, glitter-filled show of the season! Opening on Friday 12th December and running through...
5 Magical Reasons to Ride The Polar Express in Tunbridge Wells This Christmas
Imagine stepping out of the winter chill and onto a beautifully lit platform where the sound of a whistle signals the start of something truly magical. That’s the feeling families will discover aboard The Polar Express Train Ride at Spa...
SKATE TW Celebrates 15 Years of Festive Fun in Tunbridge Wells
One of Tunbridge Wells’ best-loved festive traditions is back – and this year it’s celebrating a special milestone! SKATE TW marks 15 magical years in Calverley Grounds, returning from Friday 5 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026 with...
10 Best Family Games to Play at Home
We have tried and tested some of the best family games in case you are wondering what to play at home... It looks like we are all going to be spending a lot of time at home, so make sure you are stocked up on the best family games to...
15 things to do after Christmas in and around Tunbridge Wells
With Christmas Day behind us and some well-earned downtime ahead, it’s time to peel yourself off the sofa, shake off the chocolate coma and make the most of these days in between! So we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Tunbridge...
Now Open: SKATE Tunbridge Wells Glides Back to Calverley Grounds for the 2024 Festive Season!
ad - this is a collaborative post. Get ready to lace up your skates and immerse yourself in the festive magic of SKATE Tunbridge Wells, as Calverley Grounds - for the 14th year in a row - has been transformed into a sparkling winter...