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Here is your weekly update from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

 
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Election nominees

Local elections and parish elections take place in some parts of the borough on Thursday 4 May. You can see the list of people nominated for election on our website. 

 
 
The George pub
 

From hop garden to pint...

In this blog from Visit Tunbridge Wells, the George Pub team shares the story behind their popular pub and the only brewery in the heart of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Fonthill Brewing Co. 

Read the full article.

 
 
Solar Together
 

Solar Together Kent

Solar Together Kent is a solar panel and battery storage group-purchase scheme. It enables householders and small businesses to install solar panels at a competitive price. Find out more on our website

 
 
The Amelia
 

The Amelia Scott: Feedback Survey

After nearly a year of The Amelia Scott being open, we need your feedback to help us learn more about our audiences and how we can give them the best possible experience. As a thank you, you will also be in with a chance of winning a £50 High Street voucher.

Take the survey on Talking Point.

 
 
Evanna Lynch
 

Evanna Lynch comes to the Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival

Evanna Lynch is an actress, writer and animal rights activist known for her role as Luna Lovegood in the Harry Potter series. She will be talking about The Opposite of Butterfly Hunting, an inspiring memoire that delves into her battle with, and ultimate triumph over an eating disorder whilst under the glare of the global stage.

Find out more on the Amelia website.

 
 

Your local information

For Town Hall Mount Pleasant Road , Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1RS

 
bin collections    

Bin Collections

 

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Recycling

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Your food waste is collected weekly on the same day as your recycling or household waste collection and it may be collected by a separate lorry at a different time of the day.

Got an awkward or bulky item to dispose of? Our bulky waste collection service will remove heavy or large items too big to fit in your bin. Book your collection online. To visit the household waste recycling centre at North Farm you must book a slot in advance using the Kent County Council (KCC) booking system. 

 

Remember you can put old batteries out during your recycling collection week and small electrical items and textiles on your refuse collection week.

Check our waste and recycling pages for more information.

 
planning    

Planning

Up to three recent planning applications within 200 metres of your property are listed below.


38-40 Monson Road Royal Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1LU

Renewal of shop frontage including new signage and alterations to extraction location at rear of property.

View online 22/03229/FULL

Validated: 09/11/2022


38-40 Monson Road Royal Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1LU

Listed Building Consent: Renewal of shop frontage including new signage and alterations to extraction location at rear of property.

View online 22/03230/LBC

Validated: 03/11/2022


Black Sheep Coffee 27 Mount Pleasant Road Royal Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1PN

Advertisement - 2 sets of internally illuminated fascia text, 2 internally illuminated projection signs

View online 22/03097/ADV

Validated: 27/10/2022

There are more than 3 recent planning applications within 200 metres of your property.

You can search all new and historical planning applications in the borough on our website.

Information about how to receive an email alert for any planning application in the borough can be found on our website.

 
Events    

Events

 

Save the date (6-8 May) for a right Royal Weekend in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Over 20 entertainment stands including Royal themed shows, street theatre shows, arts & craft stands, music performances, costumed characters, photo opportunities, games and TV screens to watch the big day. To celebrate this occasion, the businesses in the town and wider borough of Tunbridge Wells have stocked up on celebratory bunting and flags, memorabilia, and party ware! Find out more online.

Take a sneak peek at coronation events planned for Royal Tunbridge Wells

 
 
TW Comicon
 

TW Comicon takes over the Assembly Hall Theatre from 11am to 4pm on Sunday 14 May! With Retro Gaming, Collectibles and, of course, plenty of Art, Comics and Manga, there truly is something for everyone! Tickets at theamelia.co.uk/whats-on. Book now to get early bird rate. PLUS workshops only £5 entry!

 
 

Would you like to let thousands of people across the borough know about your event? Tell us about it and we'll do our best to include it in a future update.

 
councillors    

Your Councillors Park

 

Councillor Christian Atwood

Councillor Christian Atwood

Councillor Nicholas Pope

Councillor Nicholas Pope

Councillor Victoria White

Councillor Victoria White

Local Councillors are elected by the community to decide how the council should carry out its various activities. They represent public interest as well as individuals living within the ward.

View your ward councillor's details on our website.

In last week's newsletter, an error in a filename led to the incorrect image being displayed for Cllr Rodney Atkins. We apologise if this has caused confusion for any subscribers. The correct image is now being displayed.

 
 
Council meetings    

Council Meetings

General Purposes Committee: Monday, 5th December, 2022 6.30 pm
Planning Committee: Wednesday, 7th December, 2022 6.30 pm
Cabinet: Thursday, 8th December, 2022 6.30 pm
Full Council: Wednesday, 14th December, 2022 6.30 pm
Full Council: Wednesday, 14th December, 2022 6.30 pm
Full Council: Wednesday, 14th December, 2022 7.00 pm

The full calendar of meetings and how to attend can be found on our website.

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council publish a full list of the decisions taken at Council meetings along with the Forward Plan, a list of forthcoming decisions to be taken.

 
consultations    

Consultations and Engagement

You can access our consultations on Talking Point.

 
 
vacancies    

Vacancies

 
Report it    

Report it

You can report flytipping, graffiti and other problems in your area quickly and easily, 24 hours a day on our website

You can also apply online for more than 30 different types of services, including licensing, council tax, housing benefit, housing register, parking, planning and building control.

 
 
Roadworks    

Roadworks

Kent County Council look after the county's highways and roads and are responsible for issuing permits and licences for road closures. Kent County Council publish an online map of planned roadworks in the area.

 
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TW Business newsletter

Find out the latest business news, funding, tips, services offered and business events from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council and its partners via our website, quarterly newsletters, #TWBiz for all and #TWTourismBiz for the tourism sector.

 
Assembly Hall Theatre

The Assembly Hall Theatre send out a monthly email with announcements about the latest shows, offers and discounts.

 
 

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