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…
Neil Schwemm sits down with Eileen Leahy to talk about celebrating 25 years of his business CHS Networks and reveals the triumphs and challenges of running a specialist tech firm where people and professional solutions are at the heart of everything it does… Situated at the top of Judd Road, just a short walk from…
Lynne Meek tells Eileen Leahy how she traded in her corporate career for one in the world of fashion, eventually establishing The Meek Boutique, a successful family-run online business which now has a global reach… Despite having worked in the corporate world for 30 years, Lynne Meek has always had a passion for fashion. Her…
Steve Palin of Revolution Rendering tells Eileen Leahy about his new business which works with high-end home owners to ensure their renovations and new build projects boast the best possible finishing touches courtesy of Steve and his team’s exterior expertise “One of the most high profile jobs I have worked on was a multi-million pound…
Eileen Leahy meets Matthew Hill founder of Private Medical Insurance Brokers to discover how he has achieved such impressive success since he started his business in 2023, and why he aims to do things differently when it comes to providing clients with expert health insurance… I meet Matthew Hill one sunny Thursday afternoon on the…
