ad. Choosing the right nursery or school for those all-important early years is a big decision - and getting a real feel for the setting can make all the difference. At Holmewood House, children can join Pre-Nursery in the term they turn...
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Our Spotlight section brings together local news, community updates, school features, business services and more — celebrating the people and organisations shaping life in and around Tunbridge Wells.
New Openings in Tunbridge Wells – Food, Fitness, Shopping, Services, Entertainment & More
We know many of you love staying up-to-date on the latest openings in Tunbridge Wells, so we’re excited to bring you regular updates! If you enjoy hearing about new shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, gyms and attractions in and around...
Discover Bishops Down Primary School at its October Open Days
Bishops Down Primary School in Tunbridge Wells is inviting prospective families to come and discover the school at two Open Days this October. Taking place this Friday (2 October) and on Friday 16 October 2026, from 9am - 10am, the Open...
Open Day Dates for 6 Leading Prep Schools around Tunbridge Wells
ad. Many of the leading independent and prep schools in and around Tunbridge Wells are opening their doors this September and October, giving families the perfect opportunity to explore the schools, meet staff and pupils, and discover...
A New Chapter for Early Years at Hilden Grange
Year-Round Nursery Launching in January 2027 ad. For families looking for a nursery in and around Tunbridge Wells, finding the right balance between high-quality early education and flexibility can be an important consideration. From...
Exciting New Coworking Space Opening in Tunbridge Wells this October!
ad. Get ready Tunbridge Wells! If you've been looking for a stylish, flexible place to work close to home, this could be just the news you've been waiting for. Brighton-based workspace operator Projects will be opening a brand-new...
Penshurst Place stars in new Sense and Sensibility film hitting cinemas this week
Penshurst Place is getting its big-screen moment as the historic Kent estate features in a brand-new adaptation of Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility, arriving in UK cinemas on 25 September. So, if you’re heading to the cinema this...
100 Goody Bags Up for Grabs at new GO Outdoors Tunbridge Wells
Outdoor lovers, this one’s for you: GO Outdoors is opening a brand-new 14,800 sq ft store at Great Lodge Retail Park, and its grand opening on Saturday 3rd October comes with some rather tempting freebies. If your idea of a good weekend...
THE PIG is officially coming to Tunbridge Wells!
It’s official: THE PIG is coming to Tunbridge Wells - and My Tunbridge Wells can reveal that its new home will be The Tunbridge Wells Hotel on The Pantiles. After months of speculation - THE PIG has now confirmed the news directly to My...
Forest Fun Open Day: Sharing the Magic of Outdoor Learning
ad. Discover outdoor learning at Kent College Prep’s Forest Fun Open Day on Friday 25th September, with a morning of woodland adventures, creative activities and hands-on learning for the whole family. Set within the school’s beautiful...
Holmewood House School: A Forward-Thinking Prep School With Boarding At Its Heart
ad. Set within 32 acres of glorious Kent countryside on the edge of Tunbridge Wells, just 50 minutes by train from central London, Holmewood House is a leading co-educational, non-selective day and boarding Prep School for children aged...
Harleys, Cocktails & Afternoon Tea: Tunbridge Wells Care Home Celebrates in Style
Nancy, resident at Mount Ephraim House met members of the 1066 Chapter Harley-Davidson Group ©Greensleeves Care Residents at a Tunbridge Wells care home have been enjoying a summer of cocktails, classic motorbikes, barbecues and afternoon...
Swim, Soak & Sauna: Discover Tunbridge Wells’ New Home Wellness Showroom
ad. What if you could hold onto that summer holiday feeling long after August is over? Think morning swims without leaving home, sinking into a warm Jacuzzi® hot tub on a chilly autumn evening or unwinding in your own sauna at the end of...
Tunbridge Wells Council responds as The Pantiles and Commons are put up for sale
One of Tunbridge Wells’ most iconic landmarks is on the market, with The Pantiles and more than 250 acres of surrounding land being offered for sale in what is an exceptionally rare property opportunity. The sale by current owner...
Walthamstow Hall Opens Its Doors: Open Morning, Saturday 26 September
ad. If you're a Tunbridge Wells family weighing up secondary school options, Walthamstow Hall deserves a place on your list, and it's far closer than you might think. A School Worth the (Relatively Short!) Journey Walthamstow Hall is a...
Discover REALMS: The Home of VR Games, Escape Rooms, AR Darts & Golf Simulators
If you're looking for something completely different to do with family or friends this summer, let me introduce you to the new REALMS in Crowborough. Following the huge success of their original VR venue, REALMS has relocated to a much...
Your Insider’s Guide to Eating at Royal Victoria Place
ad. Whether you're popping into town for a spot of shopping, meeting friends for coffee, taking the children to one of the fantastic free summer activities at Royal Victoria Place, or simply looking for somewhere to refuel with the...
The Prep School Families Are Choosing for Both Academic Success and Wellbeing
ad. Choosing the right school is about more than academic results alone. It is about finding a place where children are challenged, supported and inspired to become confident, capable young people. “At Rose Hill, academic ambition and...
Rare Opportunity to Secure Superb Office Space in Central Tunbridge Wells
ad. A rare opportunity has arisen for businesses looking to secure office space in one of Tunbridge Wells' most desirable locations. A limited number of offices are becoming available at Lonsdale Gate, with spaces suitable for everyone...
AirHop Trampoline Park – Now Open in Tunbridge Wells
AirHop UK has opened a 30,000 square foot unit on North Farm Road. Tunbridge Wells - following several years of waiting! Plans for an AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park at North Farm Road had been in motion since 2024, when an...
Could You Wake Up to This Every Day? A Weekend at Folkestone’s Shoreline
There are few places on the Kent coast generating as much excitement as Folkestone right now. With its thriving arts scene, independent businesses, vibrant harbour, fantastic restaurants and charming coastline, the town has become one of...
Holmewood Holiday Courses Now Open for Summer Bookings
ad. Holmewood Holiday Courses are back for Summer 2026, with a packed programme of sports, creative workshops and performing arts activities for children in Tunbridge Wells now available to book. Running since 1998, Holmewood Holiday...
The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide – Royal Tunbridge Wells
With Father’s Day approaching (Sunday 21st June, if you needed the reminder!), many of us are starting to think about how we’ll celebrate the dads, grandads, stepdads and father figures in our lives. Whether he’s a foodie, sports fanatic,...
New Summer Maths Programme to Help Tunbridge Wells Children Build Confidence and Stay Sharp
ad. Mathnasium Tunbridge Wells has launched a new flexible six-week Summer Maths Programme offering primary and secondary school students the chance to build confidence, strengthen key skills and prepare for the next school year through...