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Tonbridge
Tonbridge is a town in Kent on the River Medway. This page brings together local businesses, events and things to do in and around Tonbridge, so you can see what is nearby and what is on, whether you live here, work here or are visiting.
Businesses in Tonbridge
Removals
Regal Moving & Storage
Removals and storage company with its head office in Sheerness: house and office moves, packing, self storage and specialist items.
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Cleaners
Astute Clean
Exterior cleaning across Kent from Gravesend: driveways, patios, roofs, gutters, render, windows, solar panels and graffiti removal.
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Taxis
Chauffeur Star
Gravesend chauffeur-driven car hire for weddings, proms, corporate events and special occasions, with classic and executive cars.
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Taxis
Kent Taxi Services
Taxi and private hire booking service in Gravesend covering Kent: airport and seaport transfers, school runs, hospital trips and wheelchair accessible taxis.
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ElectriciansPlumbers
Plumbing & Electrical
Plumbing and electrical call-outs for homes and businesses across Kent and Medway, from Gravesend: boilers, drains, rewires, EICR and EV chargers.
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Taxis
Same Day Couriers Kent
Courier booking service in Gravesend: same day, contract, medical, legal and parts deliveries collected across Kent and delivered UK-wide.
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BuildersGardeners & Landscapers
J Boyd Paving
Family paving firm for block paving, gravel and resin driveways, patios, fencing and drive cleaning, covering Sevenoaks, Swanley and nearby.
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What's on in Tonbridge
Family, Heritage & History
Tonbridge Castle Halloween Trail
Included with castle admission (adult £10.90)
Family Friendly
Family, Festivals, Markets & Fairs
Tonbridge Christmas Fest 2026
Free general entry; paid extras
Family Friendly
Free
Things to do in Tonbridge
Places to visit
Family Days Out
Clip ‘n Climb Tonbridge
Indoor climbing centre with dozens of individual and multi-climber wall challenges, for ages 4 and up, with a cafe and party rooms.
Family Friendly
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Haysden Country Park
Council-run country park and local nature reserve west of Tonbridge, with two lakes, River Medway paths, a play area with sculptures and a cafe.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Parks & Walks
Medway Valley Walk (Tonbridge start)
Waymarked riverside footpath running from Tonbridge beside the Medway to Rochester, about 28 to 28.5 miles, easy to walk in short sections.
Castles & History, Family Days Out
Tonbridge Castle
Norman motte-and-bailey site with a 13th century gatehouse in central Tonbridge. Audio tour, gift shop and a bailey lawn for picnics.
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Family Days Out, Parks & Walks
Tonbridge Racecourse Sportsground
Large riverside park in the centre of Tonbridge, open every day, with play area, skate park, outdoor gym, tennis, bowls and riverbank paths.
Family Friendly
Guides
GuideCastles & History, Parks & Walks
Tonbridge: the castle, the riverside parks and the Medway Valley Walk
Tonbridge Castle, the Racecourse Sportsground, Haysden Country Park, the Medway Valley Walk and Clip 'n Climb, with hours and costs where listed.
Food & drink in Tonbridge
Cafés
65mm Coffee
Independent coffee shop at Gilbert House on River Walk, Tonbridge, serving espresso drinks, pastries and cakes to eat in or take away.
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Restaurants
El Mariachi
Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar on Avebury Avenue, Tonbridge, serving Tex-Mex dishes for lunch and dinner with online ordering.
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Restaurants
Ela Bella Restaurant
Italian restaurant at 163 High Street, Tonbridge, serving lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday and a Sunday roast.
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Cafés
Finch House Cafe & Bakery
Cafe and bakery in The Pavilion Shopping Centre, Tonbridge, open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, coffee and baked goods.
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Pubs
The Cardinal’s Error
Sixteenth century farmhouse pub on Lodge Oak Lane, Tonbridge, with real ales, a large beer garden, a children's playground and a log fire.
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Pubs
The Ivy House
Grade II listed pub at 199 High Street, Tonbridge, serving food and drink from the morning, with real ale from Sussex brewer Harveys.
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Local news
Tonbridge
Tonbridge Castle: the gatehouse and the town’s River Medway story
Discover Tonbridge Castle’s gatehouse and earthworks, and why the River Medway crossing mattered to the development of the town.
Town guide
About Tonbridge
Tonbridge is a town on the River Medway in the borough of Tonbridge and Malling, not Tunbridge Wells, which is a different town in a different borough. Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council has its main offices at Gibson Drive in Kings Hill, West Malling, rather than in Tonbridge itself.
Tonbridge Castle stands on the north bank of the Medway beside an old ford, according to Kent’s Historic Environment Record, which also places the gatehouse in the 13th century. Historic England schedules the site as a monument (list entry 1013359) and lists the castle at Grade I (list entry 1363369). The castle is owned by Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council, and its visit page gives the address as Castle Street, with a pay and display car park close to the grounds.
Getting there and around
Tonbridge station is on Barden Road, according to Southeastern’s station page. More than one train operator calls there, so use National Rail for current services and journey times.
For parking, Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council’s directory lists the Castle Grounds car park on Castle Street, which has 22 standard bays and 7 disabled bays. The council also lists other Tonbridge car parks in its A to Z directory. Charging periods and tariffs change, so check the council’s page before you travel.
Use this page to browse local businesses in Tonbridge, check what is on and find things to do, in the town and the villages around it. Listings here are researched and checked by us before they go live. The Explore Kent menu links to neighbouring towns.
Map of Tonbridge
Questions about Tonbridge
Is Tonbridge the same as Tunbridge Wells?
No. Tonbridge is in the borough of Tonbridge and Malling, and its council is Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council. Tunbridge Wells is a separate town in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, with its own borough council. The spellings are close, so check which town you need.
Which council covers Tonbridge?
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council covers Tonbridge, with its main offices at Gibson Drive in Kings Hill, West Malling. The borough had about 132,200 residents at the 2021 census, according to the Office for National Statistics.
Who owns Tonbridge Castle?
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council owns Tonbridge Castle, and its visit page gives the address as Castle Street. Historic England lists the castle at Grade I and schedules the site as a monument. Check the council's visit page for opening times and tours.
Where can I park near Tonbridge Castle?
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's directory lists the Castle Grounds car park on Castle Street, which has 22 standard bays and 7 disabled bays. Charging periods and tariffs change, so check the council's directory page before you travel.
Is there a train station in Tonbridge?
Yes. Southeastern's station page gives the address as Barden Road. More than one train operator calls at Tonbridge, so check National Rail for which services run, and for current journey times and fares, before you travel.
