Krystyna’s guidebook
Sightseeing
The Pantiles is a Georgian colonnade in the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. Formerly known as The Walks and the (Royal) Parade, it leads from the well that gave the town its name. The area was created following the discovery of a chalybeate spring in the early 17th century and is now a popular tourist attraction.
The Pantiles today includes a variety of specialist shops, art galleries, cafés, restaurants and bars as well as a Farmers market held outside every other Saturday. Throughout the summer jazz bands play outside on the bandstand attracting hundreds of people.
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The Pantiles
The PantilesThe Pantiles is a Georgian colonnade in the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. Formerly known as The Walks and the (Royal) Parade, it leads from the well that gave the town its name. The area was created following the discovery of a chalybeate spring in the early 17th century and is now a popular tourist attraction.
The Pantiles today includes a variety of specialist shops, art galleries, cafés, restaurants and bars as well as a Farmers market held outside every other Saturday. Throughout the summer jazz bands play outside on the bandstand attracting hundreds of people.
Calverley Grounds is a refined landscaped park of formal beds and lawns found right in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Dating from the 1830s, the grounds were originally part of the Decimus Burton development of Calverley New Town for private residents.
You can imagine Victorian ladies and gentleman strolling through these pleasant gardens watching little ones roll balls and hoops down the slopes.
The grounds were only created into a public domain in the 1920s and are formed of the south-western slopes of the estate. The entire area is Grade 2 and 2* listed as a conservation area.
The Hotel du Vin, previously the Calverley Hotel, has terraced gardens all of which are within the historic Calverley Estate envelope.
The communal parkland used to be the leisure grounds of the Hotel as well as for the private homeowners.
At the north-west entrance to the Estate there is a grand, high, sandstone carriage archway with a lodge in each column either side of the carriageway. Here is a plaque celebrating Burton’s significant contribution to the area.
The main entrance is defined by the black, wrought-iron gates which decorate the wide pathway. It can be seen from the shopping street of Mount Pleasant Road only 60 metres away, enticing visitors in for a moment of solace and refreshment.
Time Out From The Bustle
Today, the park is a treat and treasured by those who live and work around it.
Workers stroll at lunchtime, sit and eat lunch.
Families come to dawdle up and down the gentle slopes and picnic on the lawns. The new children's adventure playground was installed during the summer of 2017 and is suitable for all abilities.
Take a seat on the topmost part by the courts and you get a view over the Tunbridge Wells skyline and outlying countryside.
Visitors avail themselves of the café with snacks and drinks and admire the architecture of the beautiful surrounding villas and Italianate garden.
The former bandstand and tea room were destroyed by bombs in 1940.
There are 3 croquet lawns, and free tennis, netball and basketball courts.
Tunbridge Wells In Bloom
The blooms are a sight to behold in the Spring and Summer.
In 2016, Calverley Grounds won a silver award in the South and South Eastern 'In Bloom' competition. 2014 was when it won a gold 'In Bloom' award and 2015 saw the Grounds win a Green Flag meaning it is a clean, well-managed and accessbile park.
In Summer, a number of music events and festivals can be enjoyed here and in the Winter a wonderland of Christmas lights, stalls and the ice rink are a big draw.
Calverley Grounds
Mountfield GardensCalverley Grounds is a refined landscaped park of formal beds and lawns found right in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells.
Dating from the 1830s, the grounds were originally part of the Decimus Burton development of Calverley New Town for private residents.
You can imagine Victorian ladies and gentleman strolling through these pleasant gardens watching little ones roll balls and hoops down the slopes.
The grounds were only created into a public domain in the 1920s and are formed of the south-western slopes of the estate. The entire area is Grade 2 and 2* listed as a conservation area.
The Hotel du Vin, previously the Calverley Hotel, has terraced gardens all of which are within the historic Calverley Estate envelope.
The communal parkland used to be the leisure grounds of the Hotel as well as for the private homeowners.
At the north-west entrance to the Estate there is a grand, high, sandstone carriage archway with a lodge in each column either side of the carriageway. Here is a plaque celebrating Burton’s significant contribution to the area.
The main entrance is defined by the black, wrought-iron gates which decorate the wide pathway. It can be seen from the shopping street of Mount Pleasant Road only 60 metres away, enticing visitors in for a moment of solace and refreshment.
Time Out From The Bustle
Today, the park is a treat and treasured by those who live and work around it.
Workers stroll at lunchtime, sit and eat lunch.
Families come to dawdle up and down the gentle slopes and picnic on the lawns. The new children's adventure playground was installed during the summer of 2017 and is suitable for all abilities.
Take a seat on the topmost part by the courts and you get a view over the Tunbridge Wells skyline and outlying countryside.
Visitors avail themselves of the café with snacks and drinks and admire the architecture of the beautiful surrounding villas and Italianate garden.
The former bandstand and tea room were destroyed by bombs in 1940.
There are 3 croquet lawns, and free tennis, netball and basketball courts.
Tunbridge Wells In Bloom
The blooms are a sight to behold in the Spring and Summer.
In 2016, Calverley Grounds won a silver award in the South and South Eastern 'In Bloom' competition. 2014 was when it won a gold 'In Bloom' award and 2015 saw the Grounds win a Green Flag meaning it is a clean, well-managed and accessbile park.
In Summer, a number of music events and festivals can be enjoyed here and in the Winter a wonderland of Christmas lights, stalls and the ice rink are a big draw.
Beautiful woodland and walks just 5 mins walk from the house. A nature paradise in the centre of town.
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Tunbridge Wells Common
Beautiful woodland and walks just 5 mins walk from the house. A nature paradise in the centre of town.
Food scene
Just wonderful for a special occasion. Check out the website for menus and opening times.
http://www.thackerays-restaurant.co.uk
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Thackeray's Restaurant
85 London RdJust wonderful for a special occasion. Check out the website for menus and opening times.
http://www.thackerays-restaurant.co.uk
Lovely place to chill and have breakfast or lunch. 3 mins walk from the house in the middle of the old high street
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Juliets
54 High StLovely place to chill and have breakfast or lunch. 3 mins walk from the house in the middle of the old high street
Carluccio's - Tunbridge Wells
32 Mount Pleasant RdNice for breakfast, lunch or dinner. 3 minutes walk from the house
Music Scene
A great local venue for live bands - everyone from The Rolling Stone, Jimi Hendrix and Oasis have played here over the years. Music every night.
Check listings here
https://www.twforum.co.uk
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'The Forum' Live Music Venue
London RoadA great local venue for live bands - everyone from The Rolling Stone, Jimi Hendrix and Oasis have played here over the years. Music every night.
Check listings here
https://www.twforum.co.uk
Shopping
Great shopping. Everything you need. 10 mins walk from the house
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Royal Victoria Place
Great shopping. Everything you need. 10 mins walk from the house
Looking for something special - Hoopers is bound to have it. Very swanky shopping 2 mins walk from the house.
Hoopers Department Store - Tunbridge Wells
2-12 Mount Pleasant RdLooking for something special - Hoopers is bound to have it. Very swanky shopping 2 mins walk from the house.
Fenwick
Victoria RoadWonderful luxury department store
Neighborhoods
Lovely place to chill out and do some boutique window shopping, cafés and much more. Just 5 mins from the house.
High Street
High StreetLovely place to chill out and do some boutique window shopping, cafés and much more. Just 5 mins from the house.
Fitness and wellbeing
If you need a stretch, Mark will take care of you. Drop in prices around £13 and first lesson free.
The Freestyle Yoga Project Studio
42 High StIf you need a stretch, Mark will take care of you. Drop in prices around £13 and first lesson free.
Sport and Pastimes
Nevill Golf Club
Benhall Mill RoadIf you need a round of golf there are lots of courses around here.