LOCAL

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council magazine www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk Winter 2012 inside:

Christmas special Next years budget Awards, interviews and loads more

Welcome to winter Local!

Winter has definitely arrived! Why not make a hot drink and take a few minutes to read Local magazine, created just for you; its full of Council news, tips and suggestions to keep you informed. Our Christmas special (p511) tells you everything you need to know about the ice rink and panto. You can also get a taste of whats available at this years festive farmers markets. Plus, theres a chance for three lucky residents to get a head start with the Christmas food shopping or have a family trip out on us in our free prize draw. We spoke about our budget in the autumn edition, now read about our plans for the next financial year and how you can share your ideas (p24). Each and every one is important to us, so please take the time to get in touch. You can also discover a little more about a couple of our residents. Read Shellys inspiring weight loss interview (p16), and Christine, a Love Where We Live award winner talking about why she has been fundraising for over 50 years (p20). As always, Id love to hear any ideas you have for future editions. Have a very happy Christmas and all the best for 2013. Lizzie Goodwin Editor

We produce Local to keep you up-to-date about Council services and news. If you have any comments about the magazine, wed love to hear from you. Contact us by: Phone 01892 526121 E-mail Localemail@ tunbridgewells.gov.uk Post Lizzie Goodwin, Communications and Engagement Team Leader, Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, Town Hall, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1RS To advertise, contact Space Marketing Ltd, 01892 677742 or e-mail antoinettem@ spacemarketing.co.uk Advertising helps to keep our costs down. We do not endorse the external products and services advertised in Local.
The information in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council cannot accept responsibility for any errors, omissions or subsequent changes.

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Lose yourself in Artisan

For a number of years, Tunbridge Wells Museum & Art Gallery has been quietly building a reputation as an exciting venue for contemporary art and craft. Find out what all the fuss is about by visiting our annual selling exhibition Artisan.
Bringing together a diverse range of artists and makers from the south east region and beyond, the work on display represents some of the best examples from the countrys vibrant arts and culture scene. From the sea-worn beauty of Emily Nixons gold and silver jewellery, to the retro-inspired screen prints of Tom Frost, you are bound to find something to entice even the most refined of tastes. New for this year is Artisans participation in the Arts Councils Own Art scheme. This makes it even easier for you to buy with the option of a ten month interest free loan. The exhibition will run from 10 November 2012 to 6 January 2013. See www.loseyourselfinartisan. co.uk for more details. Artisan is brought to you in association with SO Tunbridge Wells magazine.

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Christmas and New Year CLOsiNg

We are closed 24, 25 and 26 December 2012 and 1 January 2013
Other days around the festive period we will be open business as usual. With the exception of Monday 31 December our offices including Gateway and the Museum & Art Gallery will close at 4pm. Weald Information Centre in Cranbrook will be closed on the same days.

Whether its sourcing Christmas dinner, buying gifts or you simply need ideas for great entertainment we can help and,

Weve got Christmas all wrapped up!

if you answer our questions correctly, youll have a chance of winning in our free prize draw (p11).

Visit the Festive Tunbridge Wells Farmers Market

With a focus on delicious seasonal produce from within a 30 mile radius of the town centre, the Tunbridge Wells Farmers Market is truly a celebration of local food, drink and crafts. You can visit this months markets on 8 December and 22 December. This time of year is all about feasting, so we have rustled up a few menu suggestions based around the fantastic fresh delights you can discover at the Farmers Market, ready for you to serve up to visitors, or just keep on hand as a treat for yourself after a hard days entertaining the in-laws.

Holiday ideas
Marinaded olives and freshly baked artisan breads make beautiful pre-dinner nibbles.Try a locally reared bird or gammon as the centrepiece of your Christmas Day banquet and add a honey glaze courtesy of Kentish bees. Stuff their stockings with handmade chocolates and locally-produced sweets and cakes for a special twist on the breakfast rules! Spread fruit preserves from local orchards and fruit farms on your morning toast or use to fill hot doughnuts made at home as a Christmas Eve snack. Put a bowl of chocolate-covered cobnuts out on Boxing Day, ready for people to graze on throughout the day.

All ages and abilities can enjoy skating on the real ice rink in the picturesque Calverley Grounds.

companion on to the ice via a ramp. Larger groups of wheelchair users should book in advance as special arrangements can be made. To make a booking call 01892 554173 and speak to Lauren Stewart.

Group, school and wheelchair bookings can be made by calling 01892 554173.

Christmas Chalets
New for 2012 we are delighted that this year a number of authentic Christmas Chalets will surround the ice rink. From candles to scarves, confectionery to hampers and face painters to artists, all our exhibitors are local independent businesses whose products are unique and of a very high quality. Open every day at the rink Spade and Spoons Yuletide Taste trailer will be serving local seasonal produce inspired by traditional alpine markets; Johnnys Little Sisters Emporium will be showcasing stunning Christmas wreaths and garlands, and Basil will be

Opening Times
Friday 23 November 2012 Monday 7 January 2013 (closed Christmas Day).

Box Office
Peak skating sessions will be very busy, especially during the holiday period so advance booking is recommended. Tickets can be booked online at www.tunbridgewellsatchristmas, in person at the Assembly Hall Theatre Box Office or from 23 November in person at the ice rink Box Office. Tickets can also be purchased by calling 01892 554645.

Parent & Toddler Sessions

A parent & toddler session (30 minutes) will take place every morning at 10am; this dedicated session is great fun and provides a safe environment for little ones to enjoy ice skating. These sessions are weather dependent, and may be re-scheduled if it is raining or the ice is wet, and therefore cannot be pre-booked. Tickets can be purchased the morning of skating at the on-site Box Office to find out if sessions are going ahead call the special ice rink number that morning on 01892 554645 and press option one.

Ticket Prices
Peak admission skating sessions are Saturday and Sunday all day and weekdays from Monday 17 December 2012 Monday 7 January 2013.
Adults Children (4 15) Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children) Parent & Toddler sessions (Pay for the toddler and one adult goes free) 2 under 4 yrs GO! Card Concession Adult Group Booking 10+ Adult Group Booking 10+ Child

Peak
10 8 32.40 8 8 9 7

Off Peak
9.50 7.50 30.60 7.50 7.50 8.50 6.50

Access
If you are a wheelchair user, you are welcome to enjoy the rink in your own wheelchair. A responsible adult must accompany you at all times whilst on the ice. The same applies to motorized wheelchairs. Your session is free but your skating companion is charged the adult ticket price. We must be aware at the time of booking that you will be using your wheelchair. In the interest of safety we offer up to five wheelchair places on the ice per session. Upon arrival at the rink our staff will assist you and your

Schools 20+ 4.50 per student (one adult goes free with every 10 students. Valid weekdays only from Monday 26 November to Friday 21 December during school hours only).

Experience the thrill and fun of skating on real ice in the centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells!
selling delicious, wholesome homecooked food. Even if you dont want to skate, Calverley Grounds will be well worth a visit to soak up the festive atmosphere. Warm up with a glass of mulled wine and sumptuous food and buy some great gifts for loved ones (and yourself)

Tunbridge Wells at Christmas

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Father Christmas visits the Ice Rink

Young children, parents and grandparents can have a magical and memorable personalised visit to see Father Christmas in his authentic traditional log cabin home, set amongst the trees overlooking the real ice rink in Calverley Grounds. Father Christmas will know the name of every child he meets when he welcomes them into his home for a very special meeting that will be remembered for years to come. Tickets to Father Christmas will be 9.50 per child (adults are free, children under one free with one paying child) this includes a quality gift for your child and a special 6x4 family photograph in a beautiful glass frame (note one photograph per family). For details on opening dates, times and how to make a booking visit www.tunbridgewellsatchristmas.com. The authentic Father Christmas experience is managed and provided by Darryl Curcher Photography.

Experienced Skater Sessions

If you are an experienced skater why not take to the rink Tuesday 27 Thursday 29 November 8pm9pm. These dedicated sessions are designed for those who are more experienced and are not suitable for beginners or novice skaters. These sessions can only be booked through the Box Office 01892 554645.

Themed Nights
Skate along to some great music during one of our themed nights. Friday 7 & 21 December 5pm 9pm Disco night Friday 14 & 28 December 5pm 9pm Boy band and girl power night Monday 24 & Wednesday 26 December 4pm 8pm Festive Fun Monday 31 December 4pm 8pm No1s from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s

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Janine Duvitski to play the Wicked Queen in Snow White

We caught up with her to ask a few questions
What was the first panto you remember seeing as a young girl? I used to go every year to the Winter Gardens in Morecambe. My favourite was Cinderella with six white ponies. My grandma always used to get me an aisle seat so I could go up on stage, but I was always too shy when they called out, and couldnt move from my seat. When was your last pantomime appearance and who co-starred with you? Babes in the Wood in Manchester in 1976. I played one of the babes, Alan Rickman was a squirrel who covered me with leaves while I was asleep. On television you normally play nice, mild mannered characters (One Foot In the Grave/Benidorm). How does it feel to be playing the evil character in Pantomime? Baddies are always more fun. Actors like to do something different. Is there one character you have ever wanted to play or one show you have ever wanted to star in? I have always wanted to play Juliet, but I might be pushing it now Im 60. Who is the best person you have ever worked with in TV or theatre and who would you like to work with? There are too many wonderful actors I have worked with to be able to choose one. But a list would include Alison Steadman, Brenda Blethyn, Sean Connery, Christian Bale, Colin Farrell, Laurence Olivier and many, many others. I would like to work with Judy Dench and, who knows, wishes sometimes come true. Especially in Panto. Is Richard Wilson really that much of a humbug? Richard is one of my favourite people. He is adorable, amazingly generous, kind and very funny. Who inspired you to become an actor? Hayley Mills was the person I most wanted to be when I was a child. If there was a movie made about your life, who would you want to play you? I would want my daughter Ruby Bentall to play me. She is always brilliant and she knows me better than anybody else I can think of. Have you been to Royal Tunbridge Wells before? I have only passed through on my way to the south coast but it looks great, especially for Christmas shopping!

See Janine in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs this Christmas, from 14 December until 6 January, along with Chris Pizzey (The Basil Brush Show) as Muddles, Jenny Jones (Hi-5) as Snow White and Nick Wilton (EastEnders) as Nursie. To book your tickets just call the Box Office on 01892 530613/532072 or visit www.assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk

The Mayors Christmas Toy Appeal

At this time of year theres a small group of volunteers who not only have their own seasonal celebrations to arrange, but still find time to help out Father Christmas locally.
They are the team behind the Mayors Toy Appeal, wrapping donated presents for hundreds of disadvantaged children and making sure they get delivered at just the right time. Pam Bridges co-ordinates the appeal and organises Santas helpers in their temporary home in Big Yellow Self Storage. Pam first got involved through her work at St Georges Community Childrens Project. Now retired, Pam continues to work with the appeal which is still also supported by St Georges. Last year she and 21 helpers sorted, wrapped and popped presents into sacks for 326 children from families in need across Tunbridge Wells borough but they couldnt do any of it without your help and the presents you donate.

Pam asks: Will you give a gift again this year?

Your present and those from schools, churches and companies across the borough, mean there are youngsters, from newborn babies to teenagers, wholl have parcels to unwrap on Christmas Day. Without you the children would be in the unhappy position of having very few or even no presents. The appeal is supported by the Mayor of Tunbridge Wells, Councillor John Smith. John, who has three children, has wholeheartedly given his support to the Toy Appeal. He said: Pam and her team of volunteers and sponsors do a fantastic job; collecting, organising, wrapping and distributing the toys. Its a great opportunity to help someone else in the borough, spread some good cheer and really light up someones Christmas. I am very pleased to be involved in this great cause and look forward to distributing some of the gifts. You can leave your gift at one of many collection points across the borough including Tunbridge Wells Gateway and Weald Information Centre, Cranbrook. If youre struggling to think what you might donate youll find Toy Appeal Giving Trees in a number of locations, including the Assembly Hall Theatre. These are Christmas trees decorated with gift tags which list ideas for gifts for children who will benefit from the appeal.

On behalf of everyone associated with the Mayors Toy Appeal and especially the young people youre giving a gift to thank you.

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WIN in our Festive free prize draw

To finish off a fantastic year of celebrations, we have some festive treats for you this winter. We are offering our residents the chance to win some lovely prizes, just in time for Christmas.
We have put together a hamper bursting with a selection of tasty goodies on offer at our farmers market, courtesy of our generous stallholders. We also have four tickets for the ice rink in the beautiful Calverley Grounds up for grabs, and a chance to win a family ticket for four to this years show-stopping pantomime at the Assembly Hall Theatre. So, to win one of our prizes, filled with Christmas cheer, simply answer the following three easy questions:

Approximately how many skaters took to the ice last

year? a) 6,000 b) 16,000 c) 26,000

What is the furthest that produce travels before it gets to our farmers market?
a) 30 miles b) 50 miles c) 100 miles

Send your answers with your full name, address and telephone number to localemail@ tunbridgewells.gov.uk or by post to: Communications Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Town Hall Royal Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1RS All correct answers will be entered into the prize draw, to be selected at random after the closing date.

Which pantomime is being held in the Assembly Hall

Theatre this year? a) Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs b) Cinderella c) The Wizard of Oz
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Terms and conditions:
Prize draw is only open to Tunbridge Wells borough residents. Prize draw is not open to councillors, employees or contractors of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, or their families. Prize draw is not open to companies connected with the prize draw, or their families. No purchase is necessary. Prizes are offered as stated and are not exchangeable or transferable. No cash alternatives will be provided. We will randomly select and notify the winners. Once notified by us, winners will need to contact us to arrange collection of their prize. If collection is being made in

person, the winner will need to bring proof of identity e.g. birth certificate, drivers licence or passport. We cannot be held responsible for prizes that do not arrive, whether sent by us or the prize-giver. We reserve the right to pick alternative winners if the original winners do not contact us within 7 working days of being told they have won. We reserve the right to pick alternative winners if the original winners are shown to be in breach of these terms and conditions. We reserve the right to publish (or not to publish,) the name(s) and location(s) of winner(s) in Local magazine, and/or on our

website. We reserve the right to cancel or suspend any prize at any point, without liability to the prize-givers or winners. Our decision is final on all matters and we will not enter into any further correspondence. By entering, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions in relation to the Tunbridge Wells Borough Council prize draw. Prize draws are governed by English law and are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.

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Its all about recycling...

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We have joined other local authorities in the county to help increase kerbside recycling rates of metals. The new campaign that was launched by Kent County Council in partnership with Alupro (Aluminium Packaging Recycling Organisation) in October has been raising awareness of what metals you can and cannot recycle and the benefits of doing so. Hopefully you will remember receiving a copy of the promotional leaflet through your door.

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Christmas recycling
YES please Christmas trees will be collected at the same time as your brown bin, but if theyre more than four feet high they need to be cut in half, and the trunk should be no thicker than three inches. For larger trees, or any home that does not have a brown bin, Christmas trees can be taken to the Household Waste and Recycling Centre on the North Farm Industrial Estate, Royal Tunbridge Wells. YES please We will now be able to collect your unwanted Christmas cards simply leave them in your green box with other paper and card. NO thanks wrapping paper should be discarded with your general household waste.

Did you know?

Metal can be recycled time and time again with no loss of quality. Metal is 100% recyclable so every last bit can be used for something else. Recycling one can uses 20 times less energy than making a new one. Recycling two cans youll save enough energy in the recycling process to run a computer for 12 hours. Within six weeks your empty can could be back on the shelf.

What we collect from the kerbside

Drink cans food tins pet food tins empty aerosols (no lids) foil and foil trays sweet and biscuit tins metal caps & closures. Please take any other items (including electrical items) to your nearest Kent County Council Household Waste and Recycling Centre. Find your local centre by visiting www.kent.gov.uk/recycling.

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Recycle for the Mayors chosen charity

With Christmas approaching, what better time to have a clear out and make room in your wardrobe for those bargains in the January sales. if youre not looking to buy anything new, its still a good opportunity to recycle items that you havent worn for ages, and perhaps wont wear again and every item donated will help Hospice in the Weald raise vital funds to maintain their services.
We are piloting a new collections scheme with Hospice in the Weald in Benenden, Cranbrook, Frittenden and Sissinghurst and if successful we will look at how this can be rolled out to the rest of the borough. every 90p in o to Residents of Benenden, g 1 will pice Cranbrook, Frittenden and e Hos ds th oo from g . Sissinghurst old s Look out for a donation bag that our refuse collectors will leave on your bin, this will either be on 10 or 17 December. Please take it inside and fill with Complete any unwanted clothing items. the Gift Aid What you then need to do: form and th e can claim y 1 Take the donation bag to your nearest an extra 25%. Hospice shop, this is likely to be in Cranbrook High Street (details will be on the outer recyclable sleeve) or 2 Call our Customer Services Team on 01892 526121 and they will arrange for our refuse collectors, Cory Environmental, to collect from the kerbside on your chosen day. For further information about the scheme please contact our Customer Services Team on the number above.

Why donate to the Hospice?

Hospice in the Weald is a local charity providing care free of charge for patients, their carers and families. They need to raise 5 million every year to provide vital services, so each and every penny they can raise through your donations will make a difference.

Need refuse and recycling information during the cold weather?

get texting
Its snow problem with our text alert service. Now in our third year offering this service, we are continuing to give residents the opportunity to sign up. We will continue to provide the latest updates about Tunbridge Wells Borough Council services affected by the weather. Text the word SNOW to 07537 401 900 to register. For full Terms and Conditions see www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk/ severeweathertextalerts The text you send to register for the service will be charged at your operators standard rate. There is no charge to If you sly receive texts from reviou Tunbridge Wells have p d, theres re Borough Council. registe ed to rene no ll r you registe tically automa ates. get upd

Residents elsewhere in the borough

Hospice in the Weald would still be delighted to receive your donations. Please look on their website www.hospiceintheweald.co.uk for details of local shops convenient to you.

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Help safeguard your community from fire

Kent Fire and Rescue service (KFRs) would like you to know about their dedicated safety team who provide free home visits, ensuring residents have all the practical help and advice they need to stay safe from fire.
This service may include fitting free smoke alarms and providing specialist equipment for vulnerable people. The Councillor for Hawkhurst and Sandhurst, Ron Weeden, recently called upon the teams expertise to deal with a small problem at his home. At the same time, firefighters offered him a free home safety visit, during which he learned that his smoke alarms were in the wrong place and needed to be refitted. Councillor Weeden said I was impressed with the service they provided and wish to make residents aware of the valuable free advice they can offer. Just three breaths of fire smoke can be life-threatening and, sadly, it is often older residents, or people with disabilities, who are most at risk. As well as ensuring your own home is safe, please help vulnerable family members and people in your neighbourhood to do the same by encouraging them to seek advice from KFRS. You will be playing a huge part in preventing a fire and may even save a life. Find out more by calling KFRS on 0800 923 7000 or visiting their website: www.3breaths.info.

Free Access Guide for disabled people and carers

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council works with DisabledGo to provide a free guide to the accessibility of over 1,000 places across the borough, from restaurants to parks, leisure centres to tourist attractions, public buildings to train stations.
View the guide at: www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk www.disabledgo.com Google: DisabledGo Tunbridge Wells. No access to the internet? Contact: Tunbridge Wells Gateway: 8 Grosvenor Road. Telephone: 01892 526121. Tunbridge Wells Tourist Information Centre: The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles. Telephone: 01892 515675. Tunbridge Wells Shopmobility: Royal Victoria Shopping Centre. Telephone: 01892 544355. To find out more or get involved in developing the guide, contact Dean Eales at DisabledGo on 01438 842 710 or dean.eales@disabledgo.com.
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Try out our new website

A trial version of our new website will be available for you to explore in January.
Designed to be more accessible and easier to find your way around than the current site, youll find your most popular pages, like bin collection days or car parks, just a click away. The new design will be running alongside our existing website and we are asking for your feedback about what works well and what could still be improved. Go to www.tunbridgewells.gov.uk and look for the links to our new site.

Results are in
Over 1,000 of you took part in our recent Residents survey which asked a number of questions about your local area, what matters to you and how satisfied you are with the services provided by the Council and its partners.
The sample of residents interviewed was representative of the borough 92% re population. The survey was completed e w of you with to help us to understand whats d satisfie al area working well, which issues you think c your lo lace to need improving and to find out how as a p . we are performing. live Survey results highlighted fantastic improvements since the 2010 Residents Survey and indicated that residents continue to remain very happy with their local area as a place to live.

Top priorities
We wanted to hear what mattered most to you and gauge your initial feedback on some of the projects we are looking to progress in 2013. Your top three priorities were: reducing crime and maintaining feelings of safety (93%); protecting the quality of the local environment (92%); and providing support to local businesses and the creation of jobs (87%). Out of the projects we had listed for next year, you considered the following five to be of the highest priority: Work with Kent County Council to improve traffic at North Farm. Work with Kent County Council to progress improvements on the A21. Reduce the number of traffic accidents through road safety campaigns.

agreed that we provide good value for money.

59%

High profile enforcement campaign for littering with fixed penalty notices. Reduce the number of vacant retail and office properties. Thank you to everyone who took part in the survey. The results are extremely useful and have helped to identify where we and our partners can make further improvements to the services we provide. To view the full report please visit: www. tunbridgewells.gov.uk/ research and click on Residents Survey 2012.

How safe are you feeling?

88% of you felt safe, with 90% of you feeling safe when walking alone during the day, compared with 74% when walking alone after dark. Results showed that cyclists felt the least safe on the road and speed of traffic and the standard of driving were the two main reasons for people feeling unsafe.

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Getting involved
Just over a third of you were interested in becoming more involved in the decisions that affect your local area (34%, followed by 17% who said it depended on the issue) and you were keen to do this through public meetings, consultations that we run and e-mail alerts.

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Shellys story
Local magazine interviewed resident shelly Dudley to find out how she lost over 11 stones and what she thought about our Weight for it programme. Shelly, how did you hear about the Weight for It programme?
My friend Sheila, a school nurse, found out about it. She wanted to go and I thought why not, its free. I was a bit apprehensive but Im glad I went.

was hilarious and Sarah was great. I got support; someone to speak with professionally, and educational advice to help me do things differently. The programme gave me the tools to lose weight sensibly. I needed a boost and thats what I got from the team.

What was different?

I had always been a bit scared of classes as I was so big 23 stones and I always felt Id be judged because of this. It was a small class of ten people so you got to know everyones name. I liked the fact that it was education based and lasted for ten weeks. The team were genuinely helpful without being patronising or making me feel guilty. Each week I learnt something new; it wasnt just about weight loss. I learnt how to diet healthily, but we discussed lifestyle changes and staying motivated too. A typical class would start with a general chat and weigh-in. Wed then have a discussion around sugars and fats the team had some great props that left a lasting impression. The recipes were good and all the general hints and tips that were shared. Its easy to eat the same food, but I was confident to try different foods and I now have a good balance of carbs, fats and vegs that works for me. Food has always been a very sociable thing in my family I knew I needed to cut down on my portions, so it was important they supported me.

Youd been losing weight consistently throughout the year, so what encouraged you to join the programme in August 2011?
When I went along, I thought the system was good and it would keep me motivated. I had reached the point where I wanted to try something different. Initially I was losing weight for my friends wedding. I lost four stones by May 2011, but my diet was a bit haphazard after this; Id skip meals and I didnt know what to do next. There was no pressure and, like I said before, it was free to join.

What have been the benefits for you from joining the classes?
I must admit, I had low expectations of the programme, but was soon surprised and delighted I had fun Stuart

Are you on the electoral register?

The Register of Electors for 2012/13 was published on 16 October and if you returned your voter registration form or used the telephone/internet service, your name should appear on the register. You can view your entry on the electoral register at Gateway, 8 Grosvenor Road, Royal Tunbridge Wells.

Why register?
This register will be used to elect Kent County Councillors on 2 May 2013 and for any other elections/referendums held during the year. If you are not on the electoral roll you wont be able to have your say and vote and you may experience problems with credit.

Did you know?

You can register at any time throughout the year as the register is updated every month. This is useful if you move house and need to register at your new address.

Need assistance on voter registration?

To obtain a form, visit www.aboutmyvote.co.uk or call our Electoral Services helpline on 01892 554025.
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Did you achieve what you set out to?

Yes, I had the tools to keep going and I gradually lost more weight. Exercise also became easier... I had problems with my back and ankles and they are fine now. I take the stairs instead of the lift; I walk a bit longer and faster with the dog. Most importantly, I dont feel that if I push my body now that I will have a heart attack. I have always been overweight and at my largest I felt like a stupid monster, mentally Im getting used to the slimmer me. Exercise is important to keep me toned.

Shellys weight loss diary

Before weight loss
January 2011 23 stones 8lbs

Start of Weight for It programme

August 2011 18 stones 4lbs October 2011 June 2012 consistently losing weight each month July 2012 12 stones 2lbs Total weight loss 11 stones 6lbs December 2012 continuing to keep a consistent weight To find out about the next programme call Sarah or Stuart on 01892 554411.

Well soon be into a new year, what would you say to anyone thinking of signing up?
For me, I never stick to new year resolutions, but Id encourage anyone that wants to shed some weight and become healthier to give it a try, you really have nothing to lose.

Anything else youd like to add?

Its not worth doing unless you do it with your whole heart. Listen to what you are doing wrong and be prepared to make changes. Dont be cruel to yourself if you have a bad day, be good the next. Just go for it! Im happy where I am right now Im more confident and its nice to go shopping and not feel disappointed.

New all-affordable housing scheme at Goods Station Road

Work has recently started on a new affordable housing scheme at the former Jiskoot engineering site on goods station Road.
Utilising an existing planning permission for 27 open market flats and houses, which would have included seven affordable homes, Town and Country Housing Group acquired the site for an all-affordable housing scheme. The homes, which consist of one and two bed flats and three bed houses, will provide affordable rented and shared ownership accommodation. Rents will range from 120 per week for a one bed flat, to 192 per week for a three bed house. The shared ownership flats are currently valued at 155,000 for a one bed flat and 185,000 for the two beds. Initial shares will be available from 25%, with rent paid at 2.75% on the unsold equity. The homes are due to complete in November 2013. If you are interested in affordable rented accommodation you will need to register with the Borough Council Housing Register Team. For shared ownership homes please contact TCHG Sales & Marketing Department 01892 501677.

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sOuTHBOROugH COMMON is changing

Do you fancy braving the cold, getting some fresh air and helping to restore the Common in time for spring? if so, how about helping out youll get plenty of exercise and meet others too. All tools and instructions are provided, together with refreshments.
Time: 10am 3pm Meet: car park by the church (TN4 0RU)
Weve listed the dates until March, but if you need any further information, please contact the organiser, Ian Johnstone at the Kent High Weald Partnership. E-mail ian.johnstone@khwp.org.uk or phone 01580 212972.

Winter driving
The British winter is unpredictable. severe weather can strike suddenly, so the best advice if it does is to avoid the roads if you can.
If you must drive, then taking a few precautions will give you peace of mind. Plan your journey during wintry weather conditions. Keep your vehicle in good condition check the tyres and anti-freeze regularly. Be prepared for the worst; carry water and food, a torch, boots, extra clothing and a mobile phone. Adjust your driving to the conditions of the road. Driving in low visibility on icy or wet roads requires a very different driving style. The Highways Agency is responsible for the motorways and trunk roads in England. If you need further information on winter driving, please visit www.highways.gov.uk @winterhighways For weather reports, please visit www.metoffice.gov.uk

Dates for your diary

Sat 8 Dec Space invaders zapped again clear invasive Rhododendron and laurel to give our native flora a fighting chance and to allow more light into the woodland areas. Sat 12 Jan Bank hollyday! the plan is to clear some of the dense holly which has taken hold of the area north of the church and expose some of the woodland features such as woodbanks and ditches. Wed 16 Jan Day trip to France off to the area known as the South of France to clear scrub and young trees around the gorse, thereby maintaining this valuable acid grassland habitat. Sat 9 Feb Down t pit clearing some scrub and improving access for natural play in and around the gravel pit, as well as opening sightlines over the heart of the common. Thurs 14 Feb Down t pit again another session to improve the natural play area for children. Sat 9 Mar Path to enlightenment the paths leading up from Modest Corner have become enclosed and dark so its time to clear some vegetation on either side, to let the light in for the joy of flora, fauna and walkers! Thurs 14 Mar Another path to enlightenment another session to widen the paths from Modest Corner.
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Mayor launches new book

The Mayor, Councillor John smith, and his wife, Rebecca, the Mayoress launched a new book Ten Brave Men and True in the Victoria Cross grove, Dunorlan Park.
The book tells the life stories of the Victoria Cross Holders of the borough, who are all remembered in the park in Royal Tunbridge Wells. The A4 paperback book, with over 200 photos, has been written by Pembury resident Richard Snow. The stories range from the very first Victoria Cross winner (Charles Lucas) in 1854 through to John Brunt of World War II, who has a pub named after him in Paddock Wood. The book reveals which VCs lived and died in Tunbridge Wells, who went to school in Southborough, who lived in Pembury, who had a fruiterer/florist shop in Calverley Road after winning his VC, who went to Tonbridge School, and who lived in Goudhurst and Cranbrook. It also documents the lives of three of the men who were killed in action, and the subsequent lives and careers of the others. Richard says this book is full of highly charged stories which are in turn astounding, poignant, shocking, funny and sad. They will enthral all those who are interested in extreme bravery as well as local history. The book has taken five years to research and each story has a foreword by a member of the respective VCs family. The book itself also has a foreword by TV Historian Dan Snow. Richard is donating all the profits to Help for Heroes. The book is available at 19.99 from West Kent bookshops.

Cricket Tournament raises 415 for The Mayors Charity

Towards the end of the cricket season, the Nevill Ground, Royal Tunbridge Wells, hosted a charity cricket tournament for Hospice in the Weald, organised by the Bangladeshi Welfare Association and staff from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Four teams competed in six games consisting of seven overs; each including a Mayors XI, a joint Lambert & Foster/Cripps Harries Hall team, a team from the Council and the Bangladeshi Welfare Association XI. The tournament was played at a frantic pace and in a very friendly spirit. The Bangladeshi Welfare Association XI came out as clear winners after seven hours of cricket. This was followed by a meal and live entertainment at The Spice Club, Royal Tunbridge Wells at which 50% of the takings were donated to the charity. We hope the tournament will be expanded next year.

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Cranbrook parish contacted us with news of their success in the south and south East in Bloom competition.
They want to thank all of their local bloomers for the hard work they put in; it means a great deal to get support from such a wide range of groups and ages, especially the local schools and Terry and the Scouts. They entered the small town category and were given a Silver Gilt Award, and were the overall winners of the Small Town category (only five points off a gold). They also fought off stiff competition to win the Beat the Drought Award for their roundabout, the use of drought-resistant plants in and around the town, and for collecting water from the roofs of buildings in the town. Three entries for Its Your Neighbourhood secured Waterloo Road with a Level 3 and Mad Hatters Gang and Forge Orchard with a Level 4.

Quote from judge A very well organised tour highlighting all your achievements, works in progress and plans for next year. Great to see the youths involved and indeed learn about their plans for Cranbrook. A special mention must be made of the woodcraft skills of Robin Chiles whose work can be admired at the entrance to and throughout the town.
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The people who make a difference

The Love Where We Live Awards will be back next year with even more categories aimed at recognising people and organisations in your community who have, or have had, a positive impact on peoples lives.
Next years awards will include new categories for young people, including Volunteer of the Year, Sports Achiever, and Young Entrepreneur. Therell also be an Ethical Business Award for local companies. But the awards are not just about big achievements; sometimes its the small things that make all the difference and we want to hear about anything that helps improve the welfare of individuals or the wider community. The awards ceremony itself will be held next autumn, but well start accepting nominations in the spring. Everything you need to know will be included in the next edition of Local. In the meantime please have a think about that person, group or organisation who you think deserves to be recognised. Like this years finalists, theyll be delighted to be nominated.

Local magazine interviewed Lifetime Achievement award winner, Christine Ashdown, who was born and bred in Tunbridge Wells and has been volunteering for over 50 years. How old were you when you first started fundraising?
I was four years old, always first with my hand up volunteering to do something at school or Sunday school. Im always being asked when the next one will be. I have arranged bring and buy sales and coffee mornings. They work for me. I dare say if I was a bit younger, Id be doing the sponsored runs and climbing mountains, but I enjoy what I do.

Do you remember your first fundraising activity?

Yes, I organised a puppet show for friends. Charged them all farthings and halfpennies and all the money collected went to my Sunday school. I even made the puppets for the show and my best was Donald Duck. He was great.

So whats kept you motivated for all these years?

You have just got to do it and help. My brain ticks over far too quickly so I need to stay busy. I do love meeting people all the time, so its something I enjoy doing. My sons do try to get me to slow down now, and I suppose I have a little.

What inspired you?

Dr Barnardos Childrens Homes really inspired me to start fundraising as I wanted to help others. There was always something that my Sunday school needed, so I enjoyed raising the money and they could spend it on what was needed. Once I put my mind to raising a certain amount, I was determined to do it.

After doing so much for others, how did it feel to win the LWWL Award in May?
Absolutely fantastic. I felt very special and was so thrilled. Its been just a wonderful year and Ive received a wonderful award. Ill always treasure it. Next year I want to nominate some people that I think deserve to win an award too.

How much have you raised over the 50 years?

In all that time I have actually raised over 1 million. I have receipts going back to the 70s but nothing from before then unfortunately.

1 million is a lot of money; how have you managed to raise so much?

People help all the time and give me donations. These go towards my raffles and bingo for different organisations. My large raffles raise 1,000 and there are many prizes to be won. My bingo raises about 500 and everyone loves it.
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Are you now more famous in Rusthall?

News spread fast and people were congratulating me for days, so probably a little bit, yes!

What a year for Royal Tunbridge Wells in Bloom!

2012 has been an amazing year for the Bloom campaign with a host of successes at the south and south East in Bloom Awards.
We are delighted that all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes from volunteers and Council staff to local business has paid off. Many hours are spent planning the wonderful floral displays to the time taken to maintain them in preparation for the long awaited judging.

Local magazine caught up with Mel Henley, Contract Services Manager and a national Britain in Bloom judge to find out a little more

So what are the magic ingredients of a successful Bloom campaign?

Successful Bloom campaigns dont just happen; they require very careful planning and a dedicated team, together with the whole community doing their bit. When judging I note that it is always where the community play an active part gardening, spring-cleaning, organising events and fund raising that the best results are obtained.

Can anyone get involved?

Our campaign is focused on community involvement and enabling local communities, volunteers and business to improve their environment. This combination is essential to the campaigns success. So, absolutely as the saying goes the more, the merrier.

Winner... Large Town Category

Best School in the region for Oakley School on Pembury Road

How would they go about this?

We want to encourage everyone to be actively involved in the campaign and it doesnt matter if you have a few hours spare from time to time or on a more regular basis there are plenty of opportunities. For example, being part of a volunteer day, or entering your own garden, basket or container if you live in the town. Alternatively, you may have links with local businesses who might like to participate. This is a great opportunity for businesses to give something back and raise their profile in the town.

A gold medal for Dunorlan Park

Best Bloom Community in Kent

It doesnt stop there; we have been nominated by our region to represent them in the Britain in Bloom finals so we are now busily preparing for another exciting time ahead. (This is subject to the Royal Horticultural Societys approval, expected in January 2013). Watch this space! We will need to engage a few neighbourhoods (who run their own Bloom campaign) and ensure the town is prepared to the highest possible standard as we will be competing against the best from other regions across Britain.

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Celebrating 2012
the awards ceremony
A whole host of sports stars descended upon the Assembly Hall Theatre for an evening of celebrations on Friday 19 October.
We invited sports teams, individuals and Sport & Culture Passport winners to the ceremony, where special guests Will Bayley (Silver and Bronze medallist in Table Tennis at the Paralympic Games 2012) and Vanessa Burns (Tunbridge Wells Torchbearer) presented certificates, shields and prizes to all the amazing achievers. It was a wonderful evening and a brilliant way to end a fantastic year of sport, culture and celebration.

Tunbridge Wells Churches Winter Shelter

Tunbridge Wells Churches social Responsibility group ran a pilot winter shelter project during January and February 2012.
Following its success, Christians Together in Tunbridge Wells (CTTW) is taking this initiative forward into 2013. The budget for the 2013 shelter is 18,000. Donations have so far been received from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council, local churches and individuals. The shelter will: Provide overnight accommodation, a hot meal and a breakfast for up to 12 rough sleepers. Support is provided to enable guests to move to more permanent accommodation. Where appropriate, support is also available for clients who wish to review and change their reliance on alcohol and/or drugs. Run from 7 January 2013 for eight weeks, providing accommodation seven nights a week in 10 churches across Royal Tunbridge Wells.

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Volunteers are being recruited now. E-mail twcws. office@gmail.com or phone 07774 982294. Alternatively, download an application form from www.tunbridgewellswintershelter.co.uk Host churches will need bedding, bed linen as well as food and other resources nearer the time.

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setting the budget have your say

The Council is setting its budget for 2013/14 and wed like your help to set our priorities for how we should spend your money in 2013/14.

What challenges are we facing?

Like everyone in the borough the Council is facing tough financial decisions to make ends meet. Our government grant has been significantly reduced, the recession has reduced our income, and the costs of our contracts and business rates set by the government have continued to increase in line with inflation.

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Our budget and how we spend it

Our budget is made up of income we get from grants, fees and charges, and the Council Tax we collect from you. We use this to pay for the 35 services we provide. That means it pays for: Collecting bins: every year we collect a tonne of waste for every household in the borough. We regularly recycle 50% of this. Keeping the streets clean: every year we clean 310 miles of the boroughs streets. Maintaining our parks: every year we maintain 130 hectares of parks. We also use the money to deliver key projects each year, like: The ice rink. Tunbridge Wells in Bloom. Special events like the Mela and our events to celebrate 2012 and the Olympics.

What have we done already?

Were passionate about providing value and weve already taken steps to meet this challenge. Weve: Further reduced our staff costs (3 million over the last three years) and introduced local pay. Renegotiated our major contracts saving over 12 million. Agreed a new definition of a balanced budget which means we wont use our reserves to balance the budget. Asked residents what their priorities are using our residents survey. Budget proposals and the full list of key projects for 2013/14 are on our website. To take part in the consultation, please visit: consult. tunbridgewells.gov.uk/portal

How can you get involved?

We want your feedback to help set our budget and it is really easy to get involved. We currently provide 35 services and wed like your ideas as to how we could reduce the cost of these services, increase our income from the services we provide, or change the way we deliver these services. You can do this by e-mailing: accounts@tunbridgewells. gov.uk or by writing to Jane Fineman, Financial Service Manager, TWBC, Town Hall, Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN1 1RS Please get in touch.

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Wed like to hear your views on the key projects we should undertake next year, and we will be consulting on these alongside the budget process for six weeks over December and January. Some of our key projects for 2013/14 include: Working with the new owners of the cinema site to ensure that planning permission has been granted and new plans have been agreed for the use of the site. Reducing the number of traffic accidents through road safety campaigns. Provision of town centre wi-fi network to improve accessibility, and improved rural broadband speeds.

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Ill be OK after a strong cup of coffee

Your individual tolerance to alcohol is affected by a range of factors such as your metabolism, gender, weight, health and stress levels. The legal limit for driving is 80mg of alcohol in 100ml of blood, but there is no safe way to calculate how to stay below the limit so the best advice is not to drink at all if you are driving.
If, however, you sensibly arrange a lift home after a night out, you may not be aware that your ability to drive safely the morning after can be seriously impaired, even if you dont feel hung over. Studies involving airline pilots revealed that even after 14 hours, when all the alcohol had left their system, twothirds could not correctly perform all the tasks required of them. There is nothing you can do to speed up the rate alcohol leaves your system, so a strong cup of coffee or cold shower in the morning wont make any difference. Of course the risks are higher if youve been drinking until the early hours and then have to get up early to drive the kids to school or get to work.

Drinkaware has the following tips if you know you are going to be driving the next day:
Drink within the daily unit guidelines the night before. Opt for lower strength drinks. Alternate the alcoholic drinks you do have with soft drinks or water. Stop drinking alcohol well before the end of the night. If you are worried about your, or somebody elses, alcohol intake, contact the Kenward Trust for confidential advice: 01622 814187, enquiry@kenwardtrust.org.uk.

Stay safe this festive season

The current recommended daily unit guidelines are 23 units a day for women (equivalent to a 175 ml glass of wine), and 34 units a day for men (equivalent to a pint and a half of 4% beer).

How does your Farmers Market look?

The Tunbridge Wells Farmers Market aims to bring you fresh, seasonal produce from within 30 miles of the town centre.
What do you want to see at your market in 2013? We would love to hear your feedback, whether you are a stallholder or a visitor, so please get in touch via this short survey: www. surveymonkey.com/s/2DFZ6VR

Youre not alone this Christmas

For most, Christmas is a time for celebrations with family or friends. unfortunately for some it can be a very stressful time coping with financial and family commitments. With the added pressure that Christmas brings, there are more reports of violence in and around the home at this time of year.
Louise Jameson, Patron of the local charity, Domestic Abuse Volunteer Support Services (DAVSS), has been spearheading the charitys efforts to encourage victims to seek support. As Louise says, Domestic abuse can range from the most severe physical harm to controlling behaviour, all are equally unacceptable. We are encouraging anyone affected to seek out the expert help of DAVSS. They offer free one-to-one confidential support from highly trained volunteer domestic abuse advisors to anyone in our area suffering abuse. The lives of many individuals have been improved over the past year so if you feel you, or someone you know, needs help please call them on their helpline 01892 570538 or at www.davss.org.uk. Read about how DAVSS have been able to help local families in our spring edition of Local.
Photo courtesy of Lisa Bowerman, photographer

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Big shakeup for benefits

April 2013 will see big changes in welfare benefits that will impact on many households in this borough. We want to raise your awareness of these changes and signpost you to places where you can get help to prepare for them.

you have more bedrooms than you need for your household. This will be a 14% reduction if you have one bedroom more, or 25% if you have two or more. We, and your landlords, will be contacting residents who we believe will be affected, but if you are concerned that this could be you, please contact us at the Gateway or on 01892 526121 or speak to your landlord.

they believe will be affected. If your allowance is over the new limit, your housing benefit will be reduced. If you have received a letter please contact us or the Citizens Advice Bureau, or if you are a social housing tenant you can speak to your landlord.

and expenditure over the next few months.

Where to get help?

A good place to start to review your budget is the new Money Advice Service which offers you free, unbiased and independent advice on all money matters. You can contact the service on: 0300 500 5000 or log on their website: www.moneyadviceservice. org.uk. Locally you can get help from the Citizens Advice Bureau Tel: 0844 499 4140 Website: www.twcab.org.uk. Many social landlords also have money advice officers who can assist with budgeting.

Council Tax discount scheme

Council Tax Benefit will be replaced by a local discount scheme. Details of the new scheme have yet to be decided, but it will almost certainly mean that most working age people will have to pay some Council Tax regardless of their income. All of these changes are going to reduce the weekly income of those affected, so our advice is for everyone to start to review their income

Benefit cap
The amount that a family can receive in welfare benefits will be limited to 500 per week. A single person will be limited to 350. There are some exceptions, for example, people receiving Disability Living Allowance or Working Tax Credit. The government has written to all those who

Reduced housing benefit for social housing tenants

If you are not yet of pensionable age and rent your home from a housing association, your housing benefit will be reduced if

Sherwood Lake
The Kent High Weald Partnership has been asked to write a plan for the future management of Sherwood Lake and Woods. What goes into this plan, and how the plan is implemented, is being decided through consultation with the local community.
Thanks to the work of the Friends of Sherwood Lake (FoSL), Sherwood Lake and Woods became a registered Village Green in October 2010. This means that the site is protected for the pursuit of lawful sports and pastimes forever, and prevents it being fenced off or built upon. The protections are much the same as those given to Common Land. One important distinction, though, is that Village Greens are designated for the way in which people have used them for 20 years or more. This recognition serves to emphasise the important cultural role that Town and Village Greens play in the lives of local communities. The outcome of public meetings, drop-in sessions, and activities with local schools will shape the management plan for Sherwood Lake and Woods, which is now in writing. To find out more about how the project is progressing, and the work that KHWP is doing at Sherwood Lake with the local community, visit www.khwp.org.uk.
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Appi days!
Parking in Tunbridge Wells just got easier with PayByPhone.
If you are planning to come into town why not make your trip that little bit easier and use PayByPhone to pay for your parking. Its really easy to use. Your parking fee is charged to your credit or debit card, so you never have to worry again about having the right change for the pay and display machines! You can also top up your parking without returning to your car. So, no more cutting short your shopping or business trips or risk getting a parking ticket by over-staying your parking session. To use the phone payment service all you need to do is call the local rate number 01892 246 246 or go to PayByPhone.co.uk to use the mobile web or download the PayByPhone app.

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WHATS ON

RTWSO
3pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Mon 3 December

Sat 16Sun 24 February

Fri 8 March

Tunbridge Wells Dance Festival

Assembly Hall Theatre
We d 2 7 Fe b r u a r y

Sensational 60s Experience

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 9 March

Greg Davies
8pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Tue 4 December

Paul Carrack
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sun 10 March

Milton Jones
8pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Fri 1 March

Heathfield Schools Christmas Concert

Assembly Hall Theatre
We d 5 D e c e m b e r

The Karpenters
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Mon 11Sat 16 March

Irish House Party

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 2 March

Great Big Christmas Sing

5.30pm | 7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 8 December

Save the Last Dance

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sun 17 March

All Star Wrestling

7pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sun 3 March

A Christmas Carol Ballet

2pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 15 December Sun 6 January

RTWSO
3pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Tue 5 March

Tunbridge Wells Dance Festival Gala

Assembly Hall Theatre
Fri 22 March

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

Assembly Hall Theatre
T u e 2 2 We d 2 3 January

Russian Cossacks
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
We d 6 M a rc h

No Jacket Required
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 23Sun 24 March

Big Dance Extravaganza

Assembly Hall Theatre
Thu 7 March

Youth Ballet Coppelia

Assembly Hall Theatre
Mon 25Sat 30 March

Ben & Hollys Little Kingdom

1pm | 4pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Thu 24 January

Charlie Landsborough
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre

Soul Sister
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre

One Night in Vienna

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sat 26Sun 27 January

Wellbeing Fair
Assembly Hall Theatre
Fri 1 February

Fairport Convention
7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sun 3 February

RTWSO
Assembly Hall Theatre Box Office 01892 530613/532072 www. assemblyhalltheatre.co.uk For accessibility information please visit
3pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Mon 4Sat 9 February

The Rise & Fall of Little Voice

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
Sun 10 February

Micky Flanagan RETURNS

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Assembly Hall Theatre
Tue 12 February

Tosca (Ellen Kent)

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre
We d 1 3 Fe b r u a r y

Carmen (Ellen Kent)

7.30pm Assembly Hall Theatre

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