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Good morning, Tunbridge Wells! In today’s Brief, we look at the government's quiet U-turn on pub taxes after pressure from local hospitality businesses, and the growing fallout from the pre-Christmas water outages that may have cost town centre firms up to £20m. On the brighter side, this week is stacked with things to escape the sofa: the Banff Mountain Film Festival brings big-screen adventure to the Assembly Hall, while electronic music history comes to town as Wolfgang Flür (ex-Kraftwerk)...

Sponsored by Good Morning Tunbridge Wells 👋 This week: frustration as South East Water’s CEO ducks a council grilling over repeated outages, while the first asylum seekers arrive at Crowborough’s former military camp, sparking protests and a looming legal challenge. Elsewhere, there are reasons to leave the house. Rob Beckett lands at the Assembly Hall for a proper midweek laugh, and if January is dragging, the Imperial’s quiz night promises cheap entry, silly rounds and deeply questionable...

Good morning Tunbridge Wells! Two public meetings are putting big local issues under the spotlight: one on the ongoing water outages that have left parts of the town dry yet again, and another on the shock news that the Commons are up for sale. In the headlines, frustration continue with the prolonged disruption to water supplies. Amid all that, there’s still plenty to get out for - from Damon Hill’s behind-the-scenes F1 stories at the Assembly Hall to a beautifully haunting midweek...

Sponsored by It’s a mixed week in Tunbridge Wells. Residents are once again dealing with water disruption after burst mains linked to cold weather, raising fresh questions for South East Water, while six weeks of roadworks on the A26 threaten more commuter frustration. On the brighter side, there are reasons to get out and enjoy the town: Rob Beckett brings his sell-out show Giraffe to the Assembly Hall later this month, and the cosy Irish & Trad Sessions return to The Sussex Arms for a free...

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...