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This week in TW Life: HGV chaos continues in Goudhurst, with MP Mike Martin launching a petition to stop lorries using the A262. Dunorlan Park celebrated its 500th parkrun, with Dame Kelly Holmes joining the festivities. Upcoming highlights include Eddie Izzard’s bold solo Hamlet at Trinity Theatre and the Climate & Nature Fair in Calverley Grounds. Looking ahead, astronaut Tim Peake visits Assembly Hall on 21st September. Plus, the RBL Poppy Appeal is seeking local volunteers from 23rd October – 11th November.
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WEATHER
Monday: 8°C 🌡️ 20°C | ☀️
Tuesday: 10°C 🌡️ 19°C | ⛅
Wednesday: 12°C 🌡️ 18°C | 🌧️
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THE BRIEF
⛪HGV Damage: Lorries are jamming Goudhurst’s narrow A262, damaging cars, homes and even the village church. Now Tunbridge Wells MP Mike Martin has launched a petition urging sat-nav firms to stop sending HGVs through the small Kent village. Campaigners say the chaos has gone on for years, with residents facing daily delays and dangers. Google responded that its maps are for standard vehicles, advising lorry drivers to use specialist tools. Locals argue safer, faster routes already exist via the M20 and A228. Read more from Jacob Panons and Lauren Collins here.
🎽500 Parkruns: Dunorlan Park was alive with colour and celebration as Royal Tunbridge Wells parkrun marked its 500th event. Since launching in 2014, nearly 15,000 people have taken part, covering close to 100,000 finishes. Dame Kelly Holmes joined the milestone run, praising the community spirit at its heart. A record 486 participants and 71 volunteers made the day one to remember, with fancy dress, cake, and plenty of smiles. Next week promises more milestones, including the 15,000th participant. Read the full report by Richard Nash here.
☕Cafe Lounge Opening: A new café is set to open in the former P and R Italian Shop on Mount Pleasant Road, just steps from the precinct in Tunbridge Wells town centre. Run by Café Lounge Kent, the venue will sit beside Burger King and opposite Cup 109. Plans show a Grade II-listed site with tiled floors, light-coloured walls, a breakfast bar, and tables for two and four, with kitchen space in the basement. The opening adds to the growing cluster of food and drink spots in the area. Read more from Mary Harris here.
🏖️Eastbourne Bus Petition: A petition to restore the half-hourly number 51 bus between Eastbourne and Tunbridge Wells will be considered next week. The service, cut to hourly in March, is vital for people in Hailsham and Heathfield. Started by student Erin Wigham, the petition has over 1,700 signatures. But county council officers warn Stagecoach already runs the route at a heavy loss, and further subsidies would threaten other services. Timetable tweaks aimed at improving punctuality are also due later this month. Read more from Huw Oxburgh here.
🧳Luxury Travel Firm Opens: Ashdown Travel has opened a new Tunbridge Wells branch as part of a shift towards the luxury travel market. The expansion, which also includes a forthcoming Sevenoaks shop, follows the recruitment of 10 former Baldwins Travel staff. Head of retail Tricia Lester said the agency, founded in Oxted 40 years ago, is getting “a whole new look” with revamped interiors, a new logo and the strapline: Your adventure. Our expertise. The Tunbridge Wells store had a soft launch on 2nd September, with its official opening later this month. Read more from Andrew McQuarrie here.
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TW LIFE COMMUNITY BOARD
Want to spread the good word about your business, a project you’re working on, a hire, or just want to say hi to 5,000 friends?
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THIS WEEK
Whitney Houston | Assembly Hall | Thurs, 7:30pm | Whitney’s greatest hits performed live by candlelight | £27.25+
John Simpson - The Leaders and Lunatics Tour | Assembly Hall | Sat, 7:30pm | Legendary journalist shares insider stories on world leaders and crises | £34.25+
Tease | Assembly Hall | Sun, 7:30pm | Burlesque, cabaret, comedy, and circus all in one unforgettable night | £35
Four Letters of Love | Trinity Theatre | Mon, 2:30pm & 7:30pm | Romantic ghost story about love defying fate and life’s obstacles | £6+
Music In Action | Trinity Theatre | Wed, 6pm & 8pm | Candlelit concert of Vivaldi, Mozart, and more with world-class performers | £25+
5 Mistakes That Changed History | Trinity Theatre | Thurs, 7:30pm | Hilarious storytelling show on history’s biggest mistakes and their consequences | £25
The Meffs | The Forum | Mon, 7pm | Frantic punk rock, raw energy, and riffs that won’t quit | £15
Blur'd | The Forum | Fri, 7:30pm | Blur tribute night celebrating 30 years of The Great Escape | £20
Meryl Streek | The Forum | Sat, 6:30pm | Ferocious punk protest mixing raw noise with blistering political rage | £13
Picnic At Hanging Rock | Rusthall Community Cinema | Sat, 6:30pm | Haunting mystery as schoolgirls vanish during a summer picnic | £5
Wealden Times Pop-Up Fair | Penshurst Place | Fri, 10am to 4pm | One-day fair with indie brands, shopping, house and gardens | £12
Izzard - Hamlet | Trinity Theatre | Sat & Sun, 8pm | Eddie Izzard delivers a bold, solo performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet | £38+
Climate & Nature Fair 2025 | Calverley Grounds | Sat, 10am to 5pm | Community fair uniting locals to act on climate and nature! | Details
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FURTHER OUT
(NOT) A Real Job Fair | The Forum | 20th Sep | Careers meet-up with music, BBQ, DJs, and backstage access | Free Entry
Tim Peake Astronauts: The Quest to Explore Space | Assembly Hall | 21st Sep | Tim Peake shares epic stories of astronauts and space exploration | £40.75
Italian Language Taster | Trinity Theatre | 15th Sep | Interactive Italian taster session with assessment and personalised course placement | Free
RBL Poppy Appeal | RVP & Sainsbury's (Linden Park) | 23rd Oct to 11th Nov | The Poppy Appeal is looking for volunteers, text this number if interested | 07850 577 261
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JOBS
- Christmas 2025 Temps Needed | Master of Malt | More Info
- Assistant Cook | Witherslack Group | More Info
- Service Support Lead | Wavenet | More Info
Check out all the listings on TW Jobs
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SPORT
⚽ FOOTBALL
2nd Sep:
Phoenix Sports 1 - 4 Tunbridge Wells
Rusthall 5 - 1 Snodland Town
6th Sep:
Tunbridge Wells 0 - 2 Holmesdale
Punjab United 1 - 1 Rusthall
9th Sep:
Rusthall vs. Chislehurst Glebe
13th Sep:
Metrogas FC vs. Tunbridge Wells
🏏 CRICKET
6th Sep:
St Lawrence & Highland Court beat Tunbridge Wells by 4 wickets
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