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Sunshine, food trucks and 90s tunes: TN90s Festival brings feel-good fun to Tonbridge
A sunny weekend, good company, food trucks, drinks and plenty of 90s and 00s nostalgia made TN90s Festival a welcome reminder that Tonbridge can offer proper fun close to home.
Sevenoaks Restaurant Shwen Shwen Earns Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026
Sevenoaks restaurant Shwen Shwen has been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand for 2026, recognising its vibrant West African-inspired dishes, warm atmosphere and excellent value dining experience led by Sierra Leonean chef Maria Bradford.
A Fresh Spot on Tonbridge High Street: Bridge Deli
Bridge Deli is a new spot on Tonbridge High Street offering great coffee, fresh bread, and a simple, relaxed place to grab lunch or take a quick break.
Love Doesn’t Have to Happen on the 14th: Valentine’s in West Kent
Couples across West Kent are increasingly celebrating Valentine’s on alternative dates - and it may be the better way to do it.
New Hildenborough Pub Celebrates Strong Opening After Early Sell-Out Preview Dates
A new pub in Hildenborough has officially opened following sold-out preview dates and strong local interest.
Sevenoaks pub included in national gastropub rankings
A Sevenoaks pub has been included in a national gastropub ranking, highlighting the town’s presence on the UK food map.
Tunbridge Wells gastropub recognised among UK’s best
Tunbridge Wells gastropub The Kentish Hare has been named among the UK’s Top 50 Gastropubs, earning national recognition.
Popeyes Confirms New Maidstone Restaurant as Work Gets Underway
Popeyes has officially confirmed a new Maidstone restaurant, with branded signage in place and work already underway on site.
Dry January in West Kent: A Quieter Start to the Year
Across West Kent, Dry January blends into the natural rhythm of a quieter month, with residents, pubs and shops adapting to changing habits and a slower start to the year.