Welcome to the website of the Royal Tunbridge Wells Civic Society. The Society is an independent organisation
which campaigns for the conservation and improvement of this attractive town with its important heritage and rich cultural life.
- see more about our objectives and background;
- get the latest news on current issues;
- learn about Tunbridge Wells' greatest architect Decimus Burton;
- find out about the Decimus Burton Museum and Study Centre Project;
- see what the Daily Mail has to say about the decision to sell 9 & 10 Crescent Road Daily Mail 11th November 2023;
- download our latest Newsletter;
- check out our latest Publication (use the Publications tab to buy on-line);
- send us your comments on any of our activities or on current issues in the town.
Updated booklet on The Pantiles now available to order
The Pantiles, in the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, is one of south-east England's most unexpected delights. Protected from traffic, it offers the visitor a range of shops, restaurants and historic buildings in a unique setting. This booklet explains its history - from the discovery of the spring in 1606 through four centuries of change.
Sized at 164 x 240 mm it costs just £4.95. You can get your copy by clicking on the link above to our Publications page and ordering on-line.
Our next event for 2025:
Saturday 5th July Annual Garden Party (6:00pm-8:00pm) at The Manor House, 6 Bishops Down Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8XL.
David Osbourne, our Mayor, has kindly offered to host our garden party this year at his home, The Manor House, Bishops Down. Drinks will be provided by Chris and Charmian Jones as usual, and delicious canapé nibbles provided as always by Stephanie and her staff.
The event is only open to members of the Civic Society and their guests, and admission, priced at £20.00 each, must be purchased in advance as it will not be available on the day.
To book please click on the link below:
Garden Party
or pay direct into our bank account:
CAF Bank 40-52-40, RTWCS 00017200, and reference with your name and initial - Garden Party
or send a cheque payable to RTWCS to: John de Lucy, 28 Warwick Park, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5TB.
If paying by cheque please make sure you include your phone contact details in case of query as there will not be any tickets issued for this event.
