Knowle Grange Health Spa is the area’s go-to health and holistic destination thanks to its impressive redevelopment, which has seen new, state-of-the-art facilities built in its glorious grounds, a fantastic café open and pioneering skincare on offer. Eileen Leahy meets the spa’s owner and visionary Carol Barazzone to discover how a simple ad in the…
Tunbridge Wells Business Magazine Drinks Editor, James Viner, uncorks his favourite magnum picks you’ll want on your radar. They’re practical, show-stopping, and will age gracefully – and definitely impress guests at your next dinner party… A sommelier’s dry wit sums up the majesty of a magnum (150cl) perfectly: “A bottle gets the chat started; a magnum…
Rob Wheeler of Eridge Green Kitchens is not only a talented cabinet maker but now also a successful entrepreneur. Here he tells Eileen Leahy how he turned his passion for building dream kitchens, bathrooms, boot rooms and pantries into a fledgling lifestyle business that incorporates a stunning showroom and various exclusive partnerships with a number…
Richard Maher is Operations Manager at the Sankey’s group, which runs two hospitality sites in Tunbridge Wells, The Old Fish Market and Sankey’s Seafood Kitchen & Bar. It has also recently acquired The George & Dragon pub in Speldhurst, has two popular fish shops and is currently celebrating its 45th year in business. Here Richard,…
Deborah Bligh, Headmistress at Mayfield School reveals what makes this all-girls educational establishment so unique.. I first saw Mayfield five years ago during a social visit on a wet and windy December evening. The Head of Lower School showed me around and the joy was palpable with girls rushing about collecting eggs from the school farm, munching…
Smart Safety and Seamless Admin – how The Fluent Group supports modern schools In today’s educational landscape, schools face growing pressure to be both safe and efficient. The Fluent Group, a leading IT, telecoms and technology provider, delivers smart, scalable solutions that help schools meet these demands, from lockdown readiness to streamlined administration. Lockdown Safety…
Kent College to become a fully co-educational school from September 2026 Kent College Pembury, a distinguished day and boarding school founded in 1886, has announced that it will welcome boys into the Senior School from September 2026. This decision reflects the school’s commitment to evolving and enhancing its educational offerings as part of its exciting…
For nearly a quarter of a century, Richard Phillips and his team have kept Thackeray’s at the top of its gastro game. Eileen Leahy discovers the key ingredients that have contributed to the restaurant’s enduring appeal… Stepping over the centuries-old threshold at Thackeray’s and into this iconic establishment always feels very special. The restaurant, which…
Since opening in 2020, Dark Master has grown into a four-room adventure packed with cinematic sets, clever puzzles and unexpected twists. From corporate celebrations and family outings to marriage proposals, it has become a place where challenge meets unforgettable moments, says its owner Jane Smith… Dark Master is the brainchild of my daughter Ellie. She…
Paul Langridge, founder of Dent Rewind, explains why the pioneering technique he and his team employ makes his car repair service so unique… So Paul, you established Dent Rewind in 2007. What was your vision for running your own business? When I started Dent Rewind, my vision was pretty straightforward: I wanted to offer a…
Tunbridge Wells High Street has just welcomed Neatsmith to its retail landscape. Eileen Leahy talks to its founders Philipp and Mathew Nagel about what makes this interiors business, specialising in walk-in wardrobes, dressing rooms and home offices, a go-to name for bespoke design, craftsmanship and timeless style… Firstly we’d like to say how pleased we…
