Alex Hakes has been speaking to Dr Ian Bevis, curator at The Amelia.
Dr Ian Beavis, Research Curator at the Amelia in Tunbridge Wells, challenges the 'Disgruntled of Tunbridge Wells' stereotype, shares his views on the town’s enduring appeal and reveals who gets his vote as the most inspiring former resident!
You Can find out more about Dr Ian Bevis's work at the website theamelia.co.uk
Safer Streets for Women
A "Reclaim the Night" walk took place along two routes in Tunbridge Wells on Tuesday 25th November 2025.
Kent Relief Helps Ukraine
The Kent Relief charity is continuing to support communities affected by the war in Ukraine.
Improving Body and Mind
Anne Whitley has been organising yoga and pilates classes at the Boundes Studio in Bidborough since 2006.
Have Reform Made Savings at KCC?
It's six months since Reform UK were voted in to run Kent County Council, so do their claimed budget savings stack up?
Linden Kemkaren Profiled
Linden Kemkaren has often been in the headlines during her first six months running Kent County Council, but how did her BBC and freelance career lead her to Kent's top job?
Folly Wildlife Calendar
The Folly Wildlife Rescue Trust has launched a new fund raising venture.
MP's Views on Migration Policy
The MP for Tunbridge Wells, Mike Martin, has said the forced resignation of the deputy Prime Minister for not paying enough tax, was another "hammer blow" to public trust in politicians.
Resisting Asylum Hotels
The leader of Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council has said he will "fight very hard" any attempt by the government to house asylum seekers in local hotels.
