Beautiful scenery and gardens, lots to see in the castle grounds and the House is amazing. From the house to the castle is a little downhill uphill challenging for those with walking issues but it is worth it! Plenty of seating/benches dotted around if you need a little rest and plenty of seating in the food area. We had a very enjoyable time.

Beautiful castle with nice gardens you can walk around. Lots of seating areas outside along with benches to sit on as you walk around. There are public toilets a book shop a souvenir shop and ice cream stall along with lots of parking and knowledgeable staff members in different rooms of the house to answer any questions.

Amost interesting place, so much to see...and lovely walks around estate. Walled garden in car park full of colour and some pumpkins. Hexagonal in shape and easy to walk around. Inside house reflective of being lived in and each room had costumes on display as worn by previous owners which reflects alot of achieved acquisitions not normally seen. Walk to ruin castle steep but rewarded by good views. Dont miss boat house if you are sandman fans as thus part of estate was cain and ables home! 40 min lake walk good path and easy 2 mile walk. Quarry quirky where stone for building house came from. Dont miss cat on fountain at back of house.... We thought grounds better than sissinghurst. Oh yes no toilets at bottom of hill by ruin. So make sure you go at top!! The painting in dining room of dwarves Hunting worth a muse and comment as so unusual in any old property . Volunteers most tolerant of me telling them about sandman as not many knew much about it!! Last tip house/ castle/ grounds all shut at different times so check if going for pist lunch visit.

We love visiting Scotney Castle with its beautiful house and dramatic looking castle in the valley down below! First stop though of course is always the cafe for a lovely breakfast snack and drink. Upon entering the property, all staff members were excellent at telling us anything there was to know about each room with their vast knowledge. We then took a walk around the grounds enjoying the scenery and views of the castle. We would always return and recommend anyone to visit! It may be recommended to book parking, as we found out upon arrival that without prior arrangement you have to park in the additional parking section.

This a beautiful Victorian mansion house with views over an even more beautiful estate that leads down to a ruined medieval castle. There was a real bounty of flowers at this time of year and the flowers in the walled garden were spectacular. Nice cafe, shop and second hand bookstore. Well worth a visit.

A beautiful old castle and house with stunning gardens. Nice tearooms as well. Would highly recommend pre booking parking if needed.

We had a fantastic visit to Scotney Castle. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, with stunning views, peaceful gardens, and the romantic ruins of the old castle. It’s a perfect spot for a relaxing walk or a little photography. A wonderful day out 😊

I came here with my family for a sunny day outside and we thought it could have been nice spending it near a lake (or reservoir). Well, it was an amazing idea. The reservoir is huge and so the park. I guess we probably saw 2% of it. But it was already sufficient to have great fun and enjoy the playground, the million of bluebells all around, the picnic. My kids loved it, too. There's a big car park to pay with ring go. Then you get to the main facility with a wide area to buy food with tables indoors and outdoors and a beautiful view on the lake. There's even a mini golf and a climbing wall. Then you have this green slope towards the lake with a big wooden boat as entrance to the playground. The main attraction was the huge slide. I think my kids spent an hour there! I don't know what the rest of the park can offer, but I saw you can hire some boats or board to get into the lake. It totally deserves a visit!

Bewl Water is a beautiful and peaceful place to spend the day. It’s perfect for family picnics with kids as well as couples looking for a quiet outing. The lake views are stunning, the fresh air is refreshing, and there’s plenty of space to relax or take a walk. A wonderful spot to unwind, enjoy nature, and create special memories together.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A magical spot to connect with nature Bewl Water is absolutely beautiful! The lake is stunning 😍 surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery that made me fall in love instantly. Everything was clean and well maintained, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. The car park is very spacious, including lots of disabled bays, and it only costs around £8 for the whole day (paid via Ringo) very reasonable. There are clean toilets on site and a lovely cafe with gorgeous views over the lake, perfect for a little break. One of the best surprises of the day was discovering the dog wash station! I was able to give my pup Santiago 🐾 a proper bath for just £7 😁 it costs £3.50 for 3 minutes and it's totally worth it 💷 I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a peaceful escape with beautiful views, great facilities, and a dog friendly atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back!

Had a wonderful few hours riding the circular route around Bewl Water country park. Despite dam relief work ongoing, it doesn’t affect the experience. The trail is through woodland and open meadow, giving views across the water and occasionally taking to quiet country roads. The footpath is around 13 miles of effort. As I was cycling my trip meter registered around 16 mile due to not being able to follow the footpath. Some areas are cycle free. The route was well maintained and dry with only a couple of wet patches with streams, run off from fields etc. But after a tiring ride I was glad that the Coffee shop was open. I went on a quiet midweek day but I can see Bewl Water getting busy on bank holidays. There’s plenty of nature to see as well. Plants, birds, insects, a whole spectrum of wildlife.

Very nice experience with good quality bikes. I got lost once or twice but it just made the adventure more rememberable. The bikes were very easy to work with and the gears changed with a click of a button. Very nice scenery 10/10 would recommend

13 mile walk including detour to the Bull at Ticehurst. Recommend going anticlockwise around lake as this has more hilly sections on lane without a view, so better to finish with the prettier side! Good cafe on site with dog washing facilities.

Bewl Water is a nice location for a decent walk. Whenever I've gone I've always done the full loop, which is about 13 miles. A small part of the walk leaves the reservoir edge and diverts through some country lanes. These can be quite steep if you're not used to hills, but overall the rest of the walk is nice and flat. Some parts could do with additional signposts, but generally it's easy to stay on track. There is a centre with cafe and play park, mini golf etc. And there is also an inflatable water park too. There is plenty of parking, although it's a little expensive for the day, (£8.50 at time of writing). This is a lovely walk and one I always enjoy.

Comfortable chairs, good surround sound. Helpful, polite staff. Theatres have always been clean and well maintained. Parking available. One star less because of the snacks in the kiosk. The popcorn albeit expensive, is almost always stale.

Great staff, plenty of friendly faces upon entry. Delicious food served but WAY OVERPRICED, which is why 4 stars and not 5 ha. Insane to spend a 2 course restaurant price, for a cheap tinned hot dog and essentially plain crisps and dip.

I took 4 grandchildren screen 5 row G 1-6. Impossible to see the full screen in the first 3 seats even as an adult, or as child on a booster seat. Restricted view should be made clear when purchasing tickets. Spoke to lovely member of staff who could only offer booster seats as fully booked. Disappointing

Cinema is always a great shout for a rainy day ☔🎬 Decent choice of snacks – a bit on the pricey side, but that’s cinema... 🍿💸 Absolutely loving the upgraded new seats – super comfy and a definite upgrade! 🛋️ Good spot for a chilled afternoon or evening.

Good cinema with decent picture and sound quality. Comfortable seats and a variety to choose from in some screens. A good amount of snacks are available too.

Good modern cinema. Lots of terminals for booking your seats and you can use Meerkat Movies at these terminals. Screens are good. The comfort is good enough, but the parking can be a bit confusing. Recommend it

It’s a good theatre run by keen efficient helpful staff. But the films they show are not that great! Perhaps they should also screen uptodate Bollywood and Tamil films as there is a large Asian diaspora living close! Most have Netflix, Amazon and Sky so latest films woukd get theatre goers!

This is not a good place to go to eat in. The service and atmosphere is terrible. It takes ages to get served as they prioritize the drive thru and deliver orders. When you do get served often things with your order will be wrong. If you do go at least sit upstairs. When I last went the app failed to work, I had to wait ages to speak to a manager to correct it and then after waiting ages again they couldn't even assemble my burger correctly!! Update 22/01/25 went during a week day and it's a better experience. Quicker service. Beware when ordering on the machines though, as some do not give you a receipt with your collection number. Luckily, I dare the number before or disappeared from the screen. The staff don't ask for the receipt.

Absolutely terrible, spent £38 in the drive through. The bag was packed with all the chips on top so couldn't count it as a queue behind me. Get home 30 minutes later and they missed my big mac and chicken nuggets. Too late to go driving all the way back and after calling them no less than 40 times over an hour not a single answer of the phone. Effectively stealing £10 from me. Unbelievable.

Dreadful experience . Arrived and told we had to wait . We parked up and waited 20 mins . The food came out cold . On top of that the window was serving people after us ( why did we have to wait ) . The drinks arrived 30 minutes later . Wrong size coffee . Had to take back for a large toffee latte. Nothing special we order routine big Mac meals and a quarter pounder . Chips were cold .

Was asked 4 times to repeat my order. Order was correct once received. Why not ask once at one window, then pay and receive order so traffic melee can sort itself and get where it needs to go? Drive thru should be efficient.

I visit this McDonald’s quite often as it's close to home, usually in the mornings when I’m nearby or just want a quick breakfast. I almost always order the egg and cheese muffin meal. The food is consistent—hot, freshly made, and exactly what I expect. The hash browns are usually crisp, and the coffee is decent. One of the things I appreciate about this McD in Tunbridge Wells is that it’s usually calm and not too noisy or crowded, even during busier hours. It makes the experience more pleasant than some other fast food places. The staff are quick and efficient, and they clean up after customers quickly, which keeps the dining area tidy. There’s usually plenty of parking available, so it’s easy to stop by without hassle. The drive-thru can get busy, especially on weekday mornings, so sometimes there’s a longer wait there. That said, I’ve never really had to wait long when dining inside. Orders are typically prepared fast and correctly. Overall, this McDonald’s is a convenient and dependable option when I’m in the area. Although the food prices have gone up steeply in the last year, it’s one of the better locations I’ve been to when I’m looking for a quick and decent breakfast.

25 minutes wait for our breakfast. No jam with the muffin, had to ask. Then realised no syrup with the pancakes. Asked a member of staff as they walked past our table. She didn't bother to bring any to the table. This was supposed to be a treat. Far from it.

Chips were cold, barely cooked (very pale) and not salted. Usually you know what you're getting with McDonalds - it's fast food but you can rely on the chips being hot and seasoned & the burgers are usually a 5/10 - not here though.... It has to be the worst McD I have been to.

I came here last night with my friends, where we sat outside. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, giving me a box to take my pizza home when I was too full to finish it. The pizza itself was an ideal size, neither too big nor too small, not to mention delicious. I will be coming here again and recommend this pub for all ages. Many thanks.

Visited for Lunch with a large group of families following a morning at Bewl Water. Food was a great selection of pizza's plus more typical pub lunch fair. Chicken and Ham pie was excellent and the pizzas I saw all looked great also. Top service from Al who looked after our group and accommodated all requests and changes with a nice easy manner. Lots of parking also made for a stress free visit. Would thoroughly recommend if you're in the area.

Great service, the staff are attentive and friendly. We originally sat outside in the patio area but it became too cold for my elderly parents, so they managed to get us inside as soon as a table left. The food was delicious, we had a couple of Easter specials and two dishes off main menu, all great and would 100% come again. It’s a very pretty place to sit outside and enjoy the sun, when it’s warmer.

Convenient location as we dropped by after visiting Scotney Castle, 5 mins drive. Decent size car park but can be filled up quickly on the weekends. We enjoyed a delicious pizza and tomato salad in a relaxed atmosphere. We are served by Lucy who is friendly and attentive. There are lots of outdoor & indoor seating, nice ambiance with cheerful music. Will be returning.

Came on a Thursday evening. Pizzas were burnt to a crisp underneath. Told a member of staff who just said 'ok, i will tell the kitchen'. Half the Pizza was almost inedible. Kids area was great though, probably a one off bad experience but would expect better response from staff or even an apology.

Didn't stay overnight so can't comment on rooms, but restaurant area was large and busy - glad we booked a table! Really pleased they accommodated us for just starters and desserts as they give generous portion sizes.

Plus sides are that it has a huge car park and the location is lovely, seating area is beautiful altho we had to go inside as got attacked by lots of wasps. Went here for a 50th birthday lunch with a friend, waitress was lovely, we chose a set 3 course meal for £27 which sounded like a bargain as felt the rest of the menu was quite expensive, i had fishcake for starter which was lovely, but sadly my main of salmon, new potatoes and broccili, didnt taste like it had been seasoned and had barely any potatoes and the broccoli was raw. Can, however, highly recommend the biscotti cheesecake for pudding. We had 2 rounds of spritzers to celebrate my birthday, a tea and a coffee, and got handed a bill of £125 :-( which includes a 12.5% service charge. I wanted to give a glowing review as the place is stunning but sadly the prices charged dont reflect the quality, which was disappointing.

Spot on. Could be a Michelin starred restaurant really. Great service, superb wine selection and delicious seasonal tasting meals that don't cost the world. Some nice private dining spaces upstairs, too. Only drawback is the rigmarole trying to get parked.

The food was wonderful, the service was top notch and the location was beautiful. However I give it an overall 4 star as I felt sometimes that the dishes were a tad small for the price tag. We were 2 people and our bill came to £300 and we only had 2 x the chef’s tasting menu and 2 glasses of wine (not even a bottle) as we were driving. The raspberry soufflé is one of the best I’ve ever tried and definitely the one that will make this visit memorable.

Location: 5/5 Thackeray’s is in a great spot in Tunbridge Wells, and since we walked there, it was easy to access. The building itself is a landmark, adding a sense of history and character before you even step inside. Ambience: 4/5 The atmosphere is relaxed, with nicely spaced-out tables that allow for a comfortable dining experience. However, some of the artwork on the walls felt a bit out of place—generic rather than adding to the overall mood of the restaurant. Service: 5/5 The team was young, friendly, and very accommodating. We asked for extra focaccia, and not only did they bring it, but they also added extra butter without us even asking. A small but thoughtful touch. They also packed up some of our leftover dessert to take home, which was appreciated. Food & Drinks: 4.5/5 Everything was high quality and beautifully presented. While there wasn’t one particular dish that stood out at first, the ginger tiramisu was an absolute highlight. As a tiramisu fan, I’ve tried many variations, but this was my first time having it with ginger—an unexpected but brilliant twist. We had a mix of beer, cocktails, and wine, all of which complemented the meal well. Extras: 5/5 Since we were celebrating a birthday, the team surprised us with a mini birthday cake and a card signed by the team. A small detail, but it made a big impact and added to the special experience. Overall, we had a wonderful time at Thackeray’s. The service, setting, and food all came together for a memorable meal. It’s a place we’d happily return to.

Great meal and atmosphere . Family were well taken care off. I very much recommend the great selection of wine and will be going back soon .

Delightful family lunch meal on a Saturday. Top nosh/notch with amazingly professional service: unobtrusive, friendly and alert staff. I had two starters which were just perfect (as I was skipping dessert) though the set menu was also a wonderful option at a great price. Their tasting menu with optional accompanying flight of wines looks deadly serious and absolutely delicious, but sadly a little out of my budget (for now 😢). Highly recommended.

Had a excellent dinner yesterday evening. We went for the 5 course tasting menu for £48pp, plus free amuse bouche, and it was superb. Will definitely return, great spot for a celebration.

Incredible, first of all the team here were wonderful, attentive, engaging and meticulous! We had a private dining room for an event, the bubbles and canapés were divine to start the evening. The meal was expertly cooked, delicious and we couldn't help but try everything! A great atmosphere with an incredible selection of wine, thank you for a wonderful evening, you made it very special!

Had a load of free to play old arcades to play within the shopping centre, good selection of shops.

It's a shopping centre, I hate shopping, so reviewing is a little unfair. If you like shopping, you'll probably like this place. It has lots of shops to spend your money in.

This is the worst Mall I've ever been to, i came here on a Thursday and 3 quarters of the stores were already closed at 4 o'clock. The only place where you coul get food is a small cafe. The bathrooms were also really dirty. Some of the staff in a store were also very racist and mean. I saw them fatshaming a lady right before left the store

A very cool and cosy atmosphere with a variety of items,zI simply love the place.

Beautifully kept area, well signposted with maps and keys to assist shoppers. Upmarket shops for the discerning shopper.

Very convenient to park here and you can ether explore the town or shop in the many different retail shops, as well as enjoy a bite to eat or just relax with a cuppa ☕️ Unfortunately like many other places all around the country, if not the world most of the units are closed or empty 😶 But I definitely recommend visiting this place when Fenwick have their sale, it’s usually bargains to be found all around their department store.

Great shopping centre with multi-storey parking available. Make sure to park on the correct level for the parking code. This is monitored. £7.15 to park for the whole day on the long stay levels.

I need to tell you the amazing shopping experience I had in Fenwicks French connection today. Sarah Jane delivered such great customer service, she totally changed my dress sense, which brought me out of my comfort zone. She was very polite and knew exactly what went with what. 109% I would let her dress me again, she was amazing. Thank you

I was hoping for vegan breakfast, but it came with butter, which they changed on request. They also have a Buddha bowl for lunch, one vegan cake. Their service is slow, but half an hour is fine, I was using my computer. What came was okay.

A brilliant department store for those extra special items where you want to pay a bit more. Great cafe upstairs and bathroom facilities with baby-changing area. Parking in the multistorey with accessible lifts. Cheaper parking for long stay on 8th and 9th floor. (Currently £7.20 for all-day parking through Ringo app). Make sure you get the correct parking code for the floor parked on.

Met the lovely AJ today on the Moltom Brown concession, I went in to get something from kheils but there was no one there, had a really nice chat with her about Molton brown products, she is so knowledgable and passionate about them she converted me! How lucky they are to have such a friendly, non pushy and passionate staff member! Great experience <3

Dear Fenwick Customer Service, I am writing to formally complain about an unpleasant and discriminatory experience my husband and I had at your Tunbridge Wells store. A lady in home department (about 60 yrs old with glasses) who served us was extremely rude to my husband because he was wearing his work clothes. She asked him if he had even seen the name of the shop, implying that we did not belong there because it is “posh”. This was deeply insulting and humiliating. Moreover, her attitude came across as racist and xenophobic — we are not English and she clearly looked down on us for that reason too. We came to shop and spend about £500 and been shopping with you for the last 10 years but still we were treated with contempt and prejudice instead. This behaviour is completely unacceptable. We expect a sincere apology and want to know what steps you will take to ensure that no other customer is treated in this discriminatory way again. Please confirm that you have received this complaint and let me know how you plan to address it.

The kindest and most helpful staff. Pretty decent range of goods. Always a pleasure to shop in here.

Sarah Jane,the bra fitting expert, was wonderful and very knowledgeable. She could not have been more helpful or kind.

Watching a movie at a cinema that used to be a church was a memorable and delightful experience. There’s a cozy café&bar inside. Elderly local volunteers running the place. The only downside was that the theatre was quite cold, otherwise I had a wonderful time.

Lovely venue. Cafe & bar area within. We saw "Now that's what I call an 80's night" concert. Seating was great, with adequate space to have a boogie as well. There is limited parking at the venue, however 5 minutes away is the Crescent Road multi storey car park.

“Now That’s what I call an 80s Night!” with Cinnamon Street was BANGING! A real feel good evening of many familiar 80’s classics, reproduced authentically in the intimate setting of Trinity Theatre one of the jewels of Tunbridge Wells! A must see!

We're so lucky to have this fabulous venue, with its amazing staff on our doorstep. Its intimate feel and excellent sight lines to the stage make this a perfect venue for their varied shows and concerts. We can't recommend this venue highly enough.

Trinity Theatre pulled out all the stops with the staging of Eddie Izzard’s Hamlet. An extraordinary and brilliant performance that fitted perfectly into the dramatic Trinity setting. The Trinity staff and team made our visit a pleasure from the start, helpful people, lovely venue, superb theatre in every sense of the word.

A hugely dedicated and professional team run this independent venue, who should be congratulated on their commitment to making a difference to our community. In particular, the Trinity Youth Theatre team are just brilliant: they nurture their members, growing confidence and skill sets along the way. All their performances aim high and do not disappoint.

"Simon Evans and friends" Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells, 26.09.2025: To be fair, I only went to see Simon Evans - he was excellent - as usual. However, the opening act, Sunil Patel, seemed very ill-at-ease and uncomfortable, passing on this anxiety to the audience. He cannot have much experience and this probably led to the unease and continually checking his watch didn't help. Shappi Korsandi, on the other hand, had a large amount of experience, but seems to have lost the ability to read a room - very disappointing and even more watch-checking!. What was missing, overall, was a compere, as the event - until the arrival of Simon evans - was very disjointed.

Easy to find, lovely staff, great seating plan - even though I was not up the front, there were no blocked views and seats were comfy. lots of parking options nearby, close to train station as well. Also lots of good places to eat nearby.

Great venue to attend a gig perfect size. The staff were so friendly and accommodating and really appreciated not being felt like herded cattle. Very efficient organised and personable experience from all the staff. Drinks rather over priced and didn't taste worth the cost. Plastic glasses and horrible tasting diet coke. Artist was amazing and I would definitely go back to watch an act as provides and intimate not overcrowded experience

Although we were asked to attend early for John Simpson's show (which was excellent) the doors to the auditorium only opened 10 minutes before he was due to appear and there was a scrum to get in. The excuse was that the stage was still being built! Similarly, when we came to leave there was a very long wait to exit the two doors that were open. Compare with this with the Royal Shakespeare in Stratford on Avon where every door is opened to allow the public to exit. The seats are crushed together to make for a not pleasant experience. Sorry to be so bah humbug!

Always a wonderful venue to visit. Such lovely staff who are always willing to assist and go the extra mile for everyone. The venue has the most amazing shows. We've seen acts from tribute singers, top touring West End productions to even circus acts. Would be nice to reintroduce more ice-cream flavours and have coke, lemonade, fanta, etc, on tap rather than be given a pint tin of lemonade for a shandy but apart from that very minor niggle, I honestly can't fault this place. It's a great venue to have in a great location.

Went to Live Wire AC/DC and most disappointed that you have security jobsworths installed intent on stopping the audience from dancing or being near the stage- even though the band were encouraging everyone to get up to dance. You are going to lose customers!! This appears to be a recent thing, not good for a small venue 🙁🙁

This a great venue in the heart of Tunbridge Wells. We've now seen several shows here and would highly recommend it. Good value for money and highly professional productions. Great seats with great views across the theatre. It has a bar area downstairs, with beverages and bar snacks and plenty of toilets.

A fantastic venue. Friendly and helpful staff welcome you as you arrive. We always have a great night here. Last night was LEGEND the music of Bob Marley. Michael Anton Phillips and his dynamic band entertained us for 2 1/2 hrs of uplifting reggae classics that had everyone up dancing and smiling. An incredible tribute to the great Bob Marley.

Really loved the food here, I had the seabass - crispy skin and delicately cooked, with perfect risotto. My partner had the hispi cabbage vegetarian dish, which was also fantastic. Topped with some amazing homemade doughnuts and a brownie - really excellent food, atmosphere and staff. We would both highly recommend!

Had an area booked for a hen do, the food and service was impeccable! Catered amazingly for dietary requirements. Could not fault a thing! Will was extremely helpful and went over and beyond to make our experience the best it could be. Thank you so much.

So good we went back 3 times !!! Staff super friendly and understand the menu. Toilets clean and no queue. Vegan options a plenty - Yipee ! Sunday roast - great portions and blooming tasty :-) Chocolate tart, just have it! Oh and the marmite fries, I live marmite but I wasn’t convinced - however once we had them we were fighting over them - definitely try them! The shawarma, hispi cabbage, crispy mushrooms - basically all Of it was tasty, fresh , well seasoned and made from quality ingredients. If we had something like this at home I would definitely be a regular - suffice to say this is a go if you get the chance venue ! There is an outside area which we didn’t use as mum was still recovering but looked and sounded great ( think there was live music / dj - but you’d have to check !)

We went to The Guinea for brunch as a group of four and had such a lovely experience. The service was fantastic — really attentive, with staff regularly topping up our drinks and checking in on us throughout. The food was fresh and tasty, and everything came out quickly. The only small thing was that we didn’t realise the burgers didn’t come with chips, so we ordered them separately — but they arrived quickly, were delicious, and definitely worth adding on! Highly recommend and we’ll definitely be going back.

Had drinks in here a few times over the years but popped in for lunch. Pizza was bloody good and the loaded fries. Good selection of beers. Staff were on point and well up for a bit of banter 10/10 definitely coming back. Couldn't really rate the atmosphere it was early and a week day but will be back tomorrow to find out .

We went to our first quiz night at the Guinea and had such a great time. Jack was the best quiz host we’ve had and made the whole evening so enjoyable. It was silly and fun and not too serious which is exactly the type of quizzes we enjoy. We will definitely be back for more! We had some food to eat too and were very impressed with the quality given the breadth of the menu. Wonderful experience and all the staff were great.

We did the bottomless brunch for my husbands birthday and it was amazing from start to finish. They are very generous and attentive with the refills and the food was amazing. By the time our 2 hours were up we were both more than merry 😂 worth every penny and the service was great. Would highly recommend.

Giggling Squid Review Giggling Squid offers a mixed Thai dining experience. The staff and service are amazing, friendly, attentive, and efficient, making us feel welcome. The atmosphere is lively and good, perfect for a casual night out. However, the food was disappointing, lacking the bold flavours expected from Thai cuisine. Some dishes were inconsistent and underwhelming. Overall, 3 stars for great service and vibe.

Incredible as always! Never fails to impress us. Tried the salt and pepper squid for the first time and highly recommend - speechless! The squid melted like butter in your mouth ❤️ great value for money based on the quality and quantity of food. Also excellent wine, highly recommend the Monsoon Valley from Thailand. Enjoy :)

The staff were amazing, food came quickly, super wonderful environment and overall experience. As it was my my friends birthday, they gifted her a free lava cake and ice cream, everyone sang in the whole restaurant! Just an amazing evening. We are so greatful that we could feel so much love in the atmosphere! Thankyou to all the employees. 🏳️‍⚧️

Very friendly and efficient service. The food was nice and great atmosphere on a Saturday evening.

Really enjoyed the experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully served. Portions were generous, and the staff were welcoming and attentive. Definitely a place worth visiting again.

I’m not giving a star rating as they don’t deserve any! We ordered a family takeaway last night through deliveroo including 2 pad thais, one vegan and one vegetarian. The vegetarian one came with prawns! We contacted both deliveroo and the restaurant. No one seemed bothered and no apology was offered! Imagine if the person who ate some of the pad Thai with prawns before she noticed was allergic to shell fish!!! Appalling service and potentially dangerous!

QS is my go-to chain of food outlets. I have been to several different restaurants across the south and the good quality is apparent in each one. It’s also become the favourite of many friends and family.

Avoid at all cost. Worst pizza I had in my life ordered a half and half. But got a 80% pepperoni and 20% burger. How is that half and half. Also it had no taste at all it was like eating cardboard. Not sure if there was any sauce. The nachos where as disgusting as the pizza the salsa seemed to be tinned tomatoes plopped on top with the most plane cheese. Not even any jalapenos. I definitely won't be getting pizza there again. Update tried to call the shop 20 attempts and no one is picking up.

I ordered a California pizza and when it arrived it wasn't even hot. But the real complaint here is the pizza I ordered looks nothing like the photo it just looks dry with no toppings please see photos for what I ordered to what I actually got wouldn't recommend this especially at the price I paid. Very underwhelming best go elsewhere if you want pizza.

As way of apology. We received replacement pizza's today. These were piping hot and very nice. All 3 young men ate them all again Ordered my pizza's at 6.10pm given a time of 7pm for delivery. At 7.30 pm I phoned to see where my pizza's were, was told it's raining in Tunbridge Wells so might be a bit late. At 8pm pizza's turned up. They were hot so obviously they had forgotten about us. However the cheeseburger pizza had no sauce on it, after the most stupid reason for pizza not turning up within a reasonable time frame I couldn't be bothered to phone and complain. Won't be ordering from here again as this is the second time in a row we've had to phone to chase our pizza's. which is a shame as we've used them for many years.

I’ve ordered from Tops Pizza multiple times, and it’s consistently great. The crust is perfectly cooked – not too doughy, not too crispy – and they’re generous with the toppings.

They are good pizza they opened later than usual so that we could eat pizza. The pizza was very tasty five stars all round at the block and now my boyfriend James will say something about the pizza place this great pizza they opened late for us and it was very kind and the piece was lovely.

Pizza is amazing, lots of choices and great guys working there. Very polite, been back 3 x since

Amazing pizza best in Tunbridge wells the staff are so helpful x great service in store and quick delivery

Great Bloody Mary and absolutely fabulous ( vegan ) Mushroom Rilletes - seriously good Celeriac remoulade to go with it. A very polite and courteous waiter topped it off to be on the definitely need to visit in RTW.

Absolutely brilliant. I came here a few times whilst staying nearby. The food is top-notch: the sirloin was delicious, I ordered it twice. Great wine selection & champagne. Really nice to sit out in the sun and watch the world go by. The service was exquisite. It started raining lightly and they rushed out to move all my things to a nearby table undercover. I was treated superbly. I miss this place, wish it was local to me!

Service is good, particularly the lovely lady with glasses who I assumed was the manager. Food is good (apart from the Cote burger which I thought was quite bland), and it’s a very nice place to sit and have lunch. I do think there is a bit of a value for money issue as some of the portioning is very tight compared to what you have to pay. Over 5 pounds for a small side serving of creamed spinach, for example. We still did have a good time and enjoyed our desserts too, and despite a kerfuffle with our ordering we still left happy as the manager rectified things by generously writing off some of our bill. I also appreciated them acknowledging my Dad’s birthday by lighting a candle and coming over to give best wishes. If you don’t mind the cost and want good service and a classy lunch, this is the place.

Great quality as ever, a lovely little pitstop for lunch . The staff were kind, friendly and considerate ❤️

A pleasant family Sunday brunch/ lunch. The kids meals were served in speedy time. A tasty relaxed experience. Dessert menu is full of chocolate and nuts though with ONLY crème caramel as a but o chocolate free option. Very disappointed with the dessert option. However staff are very friendly and pleasant. Thank you.

We were served by Jaz and she was so lovely. The food was great - much better than the last time I went a few years ago. Drinks were tasty and service was incredible. Jaz was so friendly and even brought out a free cake as it was my mums birthday. Would definitely go again!

Me and my wife went for a meal late August, whenever the bank holiday was. Bit more than I usually like to pay for a meal out so this was meant to be a treat. As far as the food went, it was very good. The confit pork was delicious with razor thin crackling, the bitterness of the sauce worked well with the sweet sultanas and apples. The Breton chicken was very tender, but needed more of the curry butter. The dauphinoise potatoes were excellent. The petit pois came out tepid at best but at least they were tasty. The French onion soup was lovely. The scallops, though tasty, we did not feel worked as they completely overpowered the sauce. Had a cheese board for the first time and tried some delicious new cheeses. Drinks wise we had some orange wine, shame I was driving as I'd have liked more. The yuzu cocktail was delicious. The mint tea was very refreshing. We also had some water. Now, I don't want to say I was "tricked", but anyway I was asked for water, I said yes, then she said "still or sparkling?", so I replied still. And that's how I ordered a nearly £6 bottle of water. We clocked it when the table next to us clearly got tap water, but we didn't see the interaction to know whether they specifically requested that. Kinda funny though, I've seen this on TV for years how restaurants do this, and well I guess they do. As for the service, not the best. The lady and gent were pleasant but quite inattentive. It was a mostly empty place and were kept waiting a lot. After our mains we were kept waiting almost 20 minutes for anything else, which we did want, being the cheese board. We certainly noticed the glances we kept getting, those "hurry up" annoyances. Maybe if you had served us quicker we would be gone, eh?

We went for a date night at The Ivy TW and we enjoyed it very much. The food was delicious and wonderfully served. The service was very good and the atmosphere was lovely. It is a perfect place for a date night or any special occasion. Also, the toilets are clean and smell lush, which is a bonus. Well deserved 5 🌟 all round Ivy, keep it up!

Lovely atmosphere. Friendly staff. One of the best cocktails and tasty starters vs Cold main meals love the Ivy… been their customer for many year and left number of positive feedbacks before… However, no one is perfect… Celebrated anniversary with my boyfriend a few days ago and for him it was a 1st ever visit to the Ivy… So 1st impression was a big mix for him On the day, table was ready on time ✅and in nice private corner ✅as was requested on the booking🤗 Waitress was new to the place but was really friendly and tried to advise on the meals in really nice and friendly way…✅ Starter, truffle rise balls and atlantic scallops (two of my favourite by the way) were amazing and presented really well✅ I love the Ivy cocktails, best advice… DO NOT order from the cocktail list but go and talk yourself to the barmen and i am guaranty they will do a perfect match for you✅🍸 this time i was actually exploring non alcoholic range and still was stormed off by them✅ The order was a bit slow, but ok.. What do you expect for busy Friday night… Food arrived and looked amazing✅ but it was a big disappointment that both our mains were almost cold… so we were offered to wait for another 40mins for new ordered to be cooked or warm it up… at it was already 21.30with no much choice we decided to go on warm up option… what absolutely distorted fish meal and made it uneatable ☢️❌ We were offered on house deserts….they looked amazing and well presented… also delicious on taste✅😋 Bill… arrived with no £20 discount what was advertised on booking app & current promotion via emails… so watch out for it❌⛔️…. Also despite mains being cold and uneatable, they were included in original bill…❌⛔️ However, talking to the manager and explaining about the mains, they were taken off of the bill and further discount was offered✅ So no one can be perfect all the time ✅⛔️ but the good way of apologies✅ always makes it easier to move one and encouraging to come back Despite cold main meal this time, my hear still with the Ivy and i definitely will return there😋 but I am sure it will take me a while to convince my boyfriend it was a one off situation on cold mains🫣🙏

Still by far I believe the best restaurant in Tunbridge Wells. Great service, great atmosphere and even without a pate option the best I believe menu! Will always recommend this place to anyone! Keep up the great work.

Surprised for father's day - nice food, ok (but slow) drinks (service), unfortunately sat below the AC by the door to the kitchen, so quite a lot of foot traffic. Having said that, quite possibly the best chips I've ever had.

It’s great, always been great. Daisy was amazing keeping us entertained through the meal. Nice touches for the birthday and celebration too. Thank you

We had an early family dinner after an event at The Ivy in Tunbridge Wells 🍴 It was good – cosy atmosphere ✨ but a bit tight for room around the table. The food was absolutely delicious 😋, though the portions could be very slightly bigger 🍽️ Plenty of choice for both food and drinks 🍷🍔

Our latest lunch at The Ivy in Tunbridge Wells was a delightful experience, with the renewed summer set lunch menu proving particularly enticing. I opted for the confit rabbit croquettes as a starter, which were delicately crisp outside and revealed a tender, richly savory center. The main course of cod goujons was equally impressive, golden and crisp with perfectly flaky, lightly seasoned fish inside. To finish, the classic frozen berries were a showstopper—elegant, theatrical, and as delicious as they were striking. Once again, The Ivy delivered a memorable meal with flair and finesse.

Words cannot adequately express the sheer opulence and architectural beauty of the Pantiles. Glorious restaurants with Al Fresco dining. A plethora of individual specialised independent shops juxtaposed with jettied timber houses, a bandstand and a weekly market. Essentially the town was based upon its spa and the Georgian noblemen who took the waters. The majority of architecture is George 11V William 1V. but there are also some substantial Victorian villas There is a large surface car park nearby. The Duke of York pub serves excellent fare. Don’t deny yourselves the opportunity to visit this haven of beauty that personifies the best of England. A short walk away takes you to the opera house that JD Wetherspoon have made into a pub without destroying any of the previous infrastructure and furnishings

We went to Charlotte's this morning for breakfast and the staff were all lovely and attentive, beautiful place and food. Bathrooms were spotless too. Highly recommend this establishment.

Very nice place for food and drinks but most places close at 5pm

It is a lovely area full of little boutique shops, cafes, restaurants and bars. Menswear is in short supply all over this town (in my very small size) but if you want some art, be it paintings or sculptures, copper moulds for one's rustic farmhouse kitchen, a new blue Le Crueset Casserole Dish ( it is nicer than the usual orange) then this is the place for you. Jazz nights, food festivals, plenty of hotels, it is a nice place to visit. Luckily I am staying with a friend who has an amazing apartment in the middle of it.

The restaurant offers an outstanding, Michelin-starred culinary experience at extremely reasonable prices. Each dish impresses with refined flavors, top-quality ingredients, and creative presentation. The atmosphere is just as inviting as the excellent service team, which makes the visit a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and highly recommend this restaurant!

One of the best breakfasts I have had and served all day. The tapas options are pretty stunning too! I’ve tried most of the menu but the eggs royale on a croissant is something quite special and I’m addicted. Only tiny criticism would be to offer other bread types as I personally don’t love soda bread - but that’s a personal preference

Quaint little town in Kent. A five minute walk from the Tunbridge Wells Station. Beautiful shops. Plenty outdoor places to dine and just hang out

This was great fun. A 1hr journey through lovely countryside and reconstructed old fashioned stations. The cream tea was ace. There’s a bar on board. The staff were all really friendly. Great value for money and a great gift idea too.

Fabulous chance to go on a restored steam train Price was only £30 for train ride, fish and chips, small bottle of Rose wine each & cake Stunning autumnal scenery - would highly recommend Only reason didn't give stars is the 'KAREN' we had serving us our fish and chips who totally spoilt our day! We got told off for moving the sign as soon as we sat down to the right slightly where it could still be seen , then she didn't want to put our plastic bottles in her rubbish bag but took the plastic cup???? Next we shouldn't have closed the fish and chips box when other passengers opposite all did and didn't get berated for doing so!!!! Bizarre petty BS!!! She was miserable and snappy! An older lady with dyed dark brown hair in a ponytail Who needs a really fast course in customer service as we are way too old to get told off and moaned at for such petty nonsense. She was a total letdown to an otherwise really lovely day Nasty mean spirited jabs directed at us and spoke to us with utter contempt! No clue what we had actually done wrong but she ruined the whole experience shame we could get a refund on some of our money paid because of her rudeness........why go to volunteer there if you dislike it so much??????.........no member of staff spoke or smiled once to anyone and they all looked like they wanted the day to end so they could go home?........Such a huge shame as we drove 2 hours to try this experience!!! Sort the volunteers out or you'll get more bad reviews and disgruntled customers

Fabulous little railway. Only three stations but they are each very interesting with information boards and old railway paraphernalia. Tunbridge has got some big stores outside but there is really not much outside of the other two. The trains and cars were really the highlight with a variety of engines (steam and diesel) and they pulled cars from different time periods so each time we got on we felt like we were in a different era. Definitely worth a visit and to get a ticket that allows you to hop on and off all day. Staff were all friendly and passionate about what they do (all volunteers). The railway holds events such as Fawlty Towers meals and Murder Mystery which we were not involved in this time but may in the future. Just a really relaxing day out m

Wonderful steam train. Short journey but so lovely to go back in time. The Sunday lunch was really good considering what limited space they had to cook it

Great experience of travelling in time and relive the history. Beautiful surroundings and very affordable when travelling with family. Definitely will come back to stop at high rocks as this stop was closed when I was there.

I recently enjoyed the Gin & Steam experience and it was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. The price include three artisan gins, a mixer and a slice of cake, all of which are served in one of the train's lovingly restored dining cars. Of course the best bit is that it all takes place aboard a restored steam train and what boy (no matter how old) doesn't enjoy that? You also get enough time to get off and explore the heritage stations along the route, which is an added bonus. I'm now looking forward to trying the Whiskey and steam experience and the cheese tasting train.

We had a lovely evening on the fish and chip train to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Didn't catch the gentleman's name but the waiter was very friendly, cheerful and helpful. Overall it was a very pleasant and relaxing evening.

Wonderful recreational ground with a playground suitable for a wide age range of children. It is all soft/ spongy type paving so if it rained the day before the kids arent going to get muddy. There is fencing around the playground so it is safer from dogs roaming and to keep an eye of toddlers. There is a large green space to enjoy with a path around the edge for mud free walks. There are also tennis courts, outdoor gym and basket ball courts for adults and children to play in. An astroturf football pitch (this has to be booked and paid for) for club games.

Lovely well maintained open space with tennis court, gym area and park. Also one of the few places dog walkers pick up after themselves!

It's a lovely little place. With a children's play park, a few fields and shut off parts for football and tennis, a good distance around (1k) so good for walkers and joggers and a brilliant outdoor gym. The only downside is that some people don't clear up after their dogs, despite there being bag dispensers and bins at every entrance to the park!

It's a huge place with plenty of space to run, there is a tennis and basketball court, some outside gym equipment, the playground obviously lol, good few hours out if you bring a football or bike and a picnic (there's an overpriced shop but it's a 5-10walk away) and there are toilets next to the play area but be warned they aren't the nicest/most clean. It's great if you live in the area but it's not somewhere I'd travel far to visit, especially in the summer as there's limited parking.

Because I come here a lot during the summer, I think this park would be nice if it had more climbing frames and perhaps a cafe. As the park hasn’t been changed for a long time. Thank you

Great little place to take the kiddies. Not a great amount amount to do, but what is there is enough to warrant a good few smiles and some pretty pics to go with them. There's a tennis court for older children and a field big enough for a spot of football/running too, so it's all good ;)

Beautiful green space around TW. Close to mynplace so naturally I spend a lot of time in the park. Great facilities, gets a bit too crowded on a Sunday, but can't be selfish and keep the place for myself. Seen some beautiful sunsets and feels pretty safe. Could be better lit at night.

Lost a star as the loos are being refurbished and the temporary ones are disgusting. However, the park is glorious and very colourful at this time of year. Public gym equipment was fun. And a wonderful children adventure play area. I very reasonably priced cafe was visited and had very welcoming staff. Just a shame about the loos.

What a gorgeous little park, so much for everyone. Basketball/tennis, bowling green, fitness machines and a children's play area. Planting is great, so much to see and beautiful. What is particular nice is how much the park is used; multicultural and generational 👍🏻

Attended for the food festival. Lovely park, easily accessible with various and affordable parking nearby. Slight incline heads up in sections for prams. Easy to go down bit of work going back up!

Great park in Tunbridge Wells. Do visit when Local and Live is on. FREE music festival

Community grounds which is brilliant for soaking up some sun and relaxing. For those with kids there is a really nice playground with a coffee shop next to it. There is also a well kept outdoor gym, tennis courts and basketball courts so it's perfect for spending a few hours whether you just want to relax or get some physical activity in.

At any time of year, Calverley Park, and grounds, are a great place to visit. Whether you're wandering through the park to admire the changing colours of some fantastic trees, or just enjoying great food and drink at the café, it's a great place to unwind. I've not used the toilet facilities but I hope they're in as good a condition as the park.

It is a very well maintained and attractive park hosting various events throughout the year. There is a basketball court, a permanent cafe on site and public toilets. It has parking near by and is close to the train station.

Fascinating rock formation in woodland in a peaceful situation not far from Tunbridge Wells. Next to a great pub ( High Rocks ) also used as a wedding venue- complete with views of the Spa Valley steam railway!

Lovely place to have a wander around for an hour or so. It would have been helpful to have some info plaques around to match what was on the map telling you more information about the history

Very beautiful and peaceful place. I would advice to call them on a day and ask if they have any event. We came on Sunday and it was booked wedding. So we wasnt been able to enter High Rocks untill wedding has finished. Waisted 1h. Area is very beatiful with nice old pub .

Came across this little gem of a pub/hotel with its own train station. We were lucky enough to see the steam train, whilst enjoying our drinks in the garden. Plenty of seating area, both in the open and shade.

Did not expect that beauty, a truly hidden gem, amazing rocks and views! Be careful, no barriers! Watch your step. There is a big free car park, and you can have a good lunch in a nearby italian restaurant. If you wish, you can take a steam train to High Rocks station, hop off, walk around, and hop on a train. Expect 1 hour at min to check on all the rocks.

Absolutely stunning place 😊 We were there early, so it was quiet and very peaceful. We read the amazing poems, peered over the cliff edges 😨 and squeezed in between some of the rock formations so we could fully explore the monument. Would definitely go again 😊

We held our wedding at the High Rocks in August and were truly blown away by the service we were provided. Not only is the venue itself beautiful, the service really is second to none. We booked quite far in advanced and they were with us at every step along the way, always on hand with any questions or queries. The day itself was completely seamless from start to finish. Our guests were made to feel so comfortable and we were completely guided through the day by our toastmaster Martin. All staff on hand were excellent. Thank you especially to Stuart, Maggie and Giuseppe for always being on hand. We cannot wait to come back for our anniversary dinner. Nicola and Ewan

Made a special trip to Tunbridge Wells and wanted somewhere memorable to dine that evening and this place was so worth the visit. Hadn't really heard of it before, and the coastal qualifications of TW had heretofore been lost on me, but seafood is our thing and we thought it worth checking them out. We were not disappointed - the dining area is rather unconventional (and clearly they are very geared towards the warmer months with much more seating outdoors - not a viable option on a very chilly March night - but we took seats alongside the "kitchen"/food prep area which was great, as our "chef" for the night was really friendly and chatty, as were the rest of the team who went out of their way to make us feel welcome (especially as it was a celebration, of sorts). The oysters were delicious and the seafood platter so good - we took the option to choose our own items and all were fresh, juicy and tasty. A really good experience.

Nowhere better in The Pantiles for fish! It is but cheap but it is all cooked fresh and very tasty as a result. Get a table on the patio in the evening and enjoy the continental buzz of the Pantiles at night. Also gluten free provided for (bread and pasta) but also all dishes can be accomodated.

Superb fresh seafood served beautifully - service good and atmosphere very good inside and extremely busy outside - great vibe - if you want oysters cold/hot - lobster - crabs and excellent range of fish dishes look no further - mild warning - no non fish dishes - LOVE it ..

Fantastic evening spent in the cosy and friendly atmosphere. Excellent choices or small or large mealls. Jack was extremely knowledgeable when advising the different types of oysters and which sides/wine to have. We had Skate with new potatoes and dressed crab with salad. All food was fresh and superb quality by Chef 'Mack' . Definitely going again.

Had lunch here yesterday (Saturday) for my birthday with my partner and we both enjoyed very much! At my arrival there was a lovely handwritten birthday card from the staff which I thought it was a very lovely touch! The food was AMAZING, I had the mussels and clams chowder and it was delicious, mackerel pate with sourdough bread was lovely as well, the bread is so good! We also had the crab salad to share and sardines with beetroot, everything was delicious! The wines we had were lovely and Service was great too. Definitely we will come back and thank you again to all the staff for the amazing lunch!

We’ve just had the most incredibly wonderful lunch here! Steve the chef has superb skill and the roasted half lobster and shellfish in the most exquisite sauce was absolutely sublime! My only tiny tiny criticism is that I would love soft French baguette to go with it as I didn’t want to miss a drop of the delicious sauce and I found that the sourdough, although really lovely and perfectly made, was just a little bit hard and didn’t do what a friend soft French baguette would do. But don’t let this put you off at all because seriously the cooking here is Michelin starred! Maya our lovely waitress was beyond attentive, patient, warm and genuinely interested in us as customers, she has a breadth of customer service experience and excelled in her high level service skills. Jack the general manager was professional, warm and genuine, passionate about his role and it really shows. This place is incredibly special. I’m so lucky that we have such a good value fine dining experience locally here. Absolutely five star rating. Excellent wine pairing selection too. Wonderful flavours, wonderful atmosphere and we keep going back because it’s so good. Thank you everyone for today’s memorable experience for me and my son. I also really love the fact that of you book online you get a free car parking space two minutes walk away. This is a really nice and important touch. Thank you.

delicious interesting and super fresh seafood. one of those menus where its difficult to choose from so many great dishes. coped with my wife dietary restriction admirably and kindly. fab fun service (thanks Maya). a very impressive and enjoyable dinner, highly recommended.

Not really one for writing reviews but had to on this occasion. Our stay at Smith and Western exceeded all expectations. The hotel was lovely, the room was excellent and the staff were some of the best I've ever experienced. Very friendly and extremely helpful. The food was top notch (in the evening) and the breakfast was just amazing. Breakfast served until midday with checkout at 12 was brilliant. Free parking also. Well done Smith and Western team - we will be back.

We spent a night here and overall the experience was excellent. We also ate in the restaurant and enjoyed a very large but tasty burger and some great ribs. (20% discount on the evening mewl if you book the hotel direct). The room was big and clean, a nice touch having a coffee machine for a morning espresso. A big breakfast is included as well. Nice staff and overall a very pleasant experience.

We visited with friends for brunch on Sunday - very impressed with the whole experience! The Western vibe is great fun, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the Halloween-themed hunt for kids was a great addition. The food was also good, and very well priced, especially with the free filter coffee refills. We'll be back! (We didn't stay at the hotel, so can't comment on that aspect).

Really nicely decorated hotel, with free parking! Lovely rooms which are clean and well equipped with facilities - Smart TV, Coffee Machine and Mini Bar. The bathrooms are modern with various toiletries included. Breakfast is included in the stay and a 20% discount is given on any other meals. A convenient place to stay if visiting the Spa Valley Railway or The Pantiles. Will definitely be staying again!

Amazing experience! Father’s 79th birthday. Have rated the service, food and location, as we didn’t stay in the hotel I haven’t rated the rooms. Lovely atmosphere and the decoration attention to detail all aided to the immersive experience. All the staff were incredibly welcoming and attentive. Unfortunately I don’t remember our waiter’s name however he was a credit to the brand as he looked after my father very well alongside us all. The food was very delicious and I would advise to go there hungry!! The entire time spent there has made it a very memorable experience and something we would love to try again! Would highly recommend.

My partner and I have been here several times and have had great experience with all of the staff, so we decided to book our wedding reception here. Leading up to the wedding, I visited the venue again to talk through the plans for the booking, and I was talking to the general manager. She had a very bad attitude and was rude. I wanted to problem solve with her how to make the space accessible for 15 people but I was completely shut down and she moved us to another area, which requires a step up, even though I informed her we would have 2 people in wheelchairs. My partner had to phone up again and speak with her about making the booking accessible again for those in our party that had disabilities. The general manager is hostile and unaccomodating. The booking was changed back to the original space and it all worked fine - no problems on the day of the wedding, which showed the general manager didn't need to make things so difficult. Great customer service from everyone else and the food is good. The other staff decorated our table for us and gave us a free bottle of prosecco. Thank you to everyone who made the day so special. S&W is so much fun!

Great food, great service, and loved the place. We came here whilst on holiday. Normally we go to the one in Chichester at home. The staff are super friendly and welcoming! Food is great.

Rooms are spacious and old worldly. We had everything we needed. Breakfast was delicious and included. Dinner was ok. Wine was a bit expensive, I loved the cocktails and great deals during "happy hour"! We had a good time. Every staff member is friendly and helpful. We will stay at Hotel Du Vin in Tunbridge wells again and would recommend it.

Just had a Winter package, night's stay, dinner, and breakfast. It was fab, the staff are so good, friendly, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. A real pleasure and fantastic customer service. Lovely cosy room, great bed, fab shower, great shower products. Relaxed vibe in the bar, had a few drinks and really tasty snacks. Dinner was great, and breakfast was superb. Will be back soon.

The bedrooms are small but comfortable. The shower is in the bath, which is a hassle for the elderly. The dining room is relaxed and informal. The food is good. The staff are polite and helpful. There is a comfortable bar and a lovely sitting room.

Ate in the restaurant on Friday night. Had the taster menu with wine pairings which was great value and very tasty. What made the experience special was the wonderful explanation of each course and accompanying wine from the fantastic and knowledgeable lady sommelier.

We came for afternoon tea as a belated Mothering Sunday treat and overall, it was a truly lovely experience. The building is beautiful and elegant and the service was first class. Great value for the tea, which had a huge number of sandwiches and sweets. Only the scones were a bit disappointing ... not really scones at all but more like cakes.

Met a friend there for drinks on a Sunday and a catch up - met in the main bar. Firstly I was shocked when enetering the hotel to see some ‘paid for’ brolley stand whereby you have to rent umbrellas 😂 Staff are lovely but the drinks were I thought expensive, the bill had to be corrected twice - overall not what I think should be a expected of such a lovely property. Oh and the worse thing for me was the gents toilets have two demonic statues - that is not cool 👺🔚

Wedding event. Great food & wine and excellent customer service. Fantastic setting (shame about the scaffolding tho!) And professionally run. Highly recommended for an event/dining.

We had an excellent overnight stay at the Beacon. The room (Burdock) was comfortable and well furnished with plenty of nice extra touches, we especially liked the homemade cordial in the fridge. Breakfast in the morning was lovely on the terrace although service was slow (I think they forgot about our order!). Lost a star because the restaurant isn't very vegan friendly, I was told by one member of staff that meals could be adapted to be made vegan, but when I tried to order told no...

Took my parents here for their 55th wedding anniversary and it was perfect. Views fabulous, setting gorgeous (noted all the little table arrangement bits they did to make it seem more luxury) and the food was tasty. The bill was reasonable and staff were lovely. Thank you.

A quick Google search led me to this property and I am so glad I found it. There is nothing negative to say about this property. It’s an extremely well managed, well equipped and beautifully located gem. The rooms are exactly as shown on their website and the attention to detail is impressive. From the thoughtful provision of water & little snacks, to the handheld steamer and lovely toiletries, it’s well worth the money. There is separate parking for hotel guests. Dinner on the terrace was charming with fabulous views over the garden and treetops of Tunbridge Wells (well, its outskirts). The wait staff are a group of very friendly & helpful young people. We had breakfast too and paid an incredibly fair £10 for the continental breakfast. In our experience nothing else locally comes close to the standards of hospitality. Faultless

Stunning venue, well located with beautifully styled rooms & perfectly landscaped garden. Breakfast was boutique, large, varied & delicious. Checking in / out wasn’t straight forward as there’s no obvious reception desk or attendant, so we floated around for a while before someone happened to pass by. Would go again!

Where to start? My husband and I got married at The Beacon in August, and it goes without saying that the venue and setting are absolutely spectacular. The food on the day was outstanding, which is no mean feat for over 100 guests. Maia did a fantastic job in the lead-up, making sure everything was perfectly organised. And Mia, our coordinator on the day, is an absolute angel. We honestly can’t thank her enough. She was calm, professional, and completely unflappable, ensuring the entire day ran seamlessly. The whole team took any stress out of the day, they are true experts at what they do. I genuinely don’t know how the day could have been any better, it was truly perfect from start to finish. If you’re considering The Beacon for your wedding, do it, you won’t regret it!

A wonderful venue to celebrate our diamond anniversary. Stunning location, exemplary food and great service (special mentions for Naomi & Chloe for service) We have stayed in many hotels all over the world but none better than The Beacon. Thank you for making our special day so special!

Friendly attentive staff served hearty, well presented food in a very pleasant setting. This was a birthday treat from my partner and she was also very happy, so thank you very much to all of you.