With the opening of its new showroom in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Neatsmith is bringing its highly personalised approach to Kent. We discover more about the company whose new premises is situated on the High Street… Neatsmith allows visitors to experience the craftsmanship, finishes, and design details that have established the business as a leader in…
As they move into a new premises on Camden Road we speak to Sam and Tom of P2 Collective barbers about their unprecedented growth and why they do things differently So let’s start at the beginning, when did you launch your business in Tunbridge Wells? We launched The P2 Collective in Tunbridge Wells in 2023….
Local charity Taylor-Made Dreams turns unimaginable grief into a lasting legacy by helping children with life-limiting conditions experience joy and unforgettable memories with their families during the precious time they have together. Here Eileen Leahy discovers more about this incredible organisation and talks to Alyce Le Brunn-Healey (pictured above) about how it has helped her…
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,…
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…
CooperBurnett’s Head of Residential Property, Jennifer Irving, tells Eileen Leahy how loyalty, expertise and people-first values continue to shape her team’s success CooperBurnett LLP certainly knows how to retain its staff. The successful law firm’sco-leaders Victoria Sampson and Joseph Oates have each accumulated over a quarter of a century of service there, while some of…
