We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve teamed up with The Sussex Arms, The Ragged Trousers, and the Tunbridge Wells Forum to bring you our exciting new app! Available to download for free on both iOS and Android devices, the Fonthill Collective app is your all-in-one ticket to exclusive offers, promotions, and occasional freebies across The George, The Ragged, The Sussex, and the Forum.…
From canned IPAs stocked in popular restaurants to guest beers appearing across British pubs, there’s no denying the continuing popularity of craft beer. But what is craft beer, exactly, and how do you differentiate between craft beer and regular beer?…
A standard keg in the UK contains 88 pints, though some specialist beers can come in smaller 53-pint kegs.
But what about a barrel? A butt? A hogshead? A firkin? Here at The George pub in Tunbridge Wells, we love answering all of your beer-related questions.…
We’re dedicating this post to the Gin Box, the cosiest cocktail bar in Tunbridge Wells! Based in the stables just next door to the George, our resident alchemists mix up a storm of tasty cocktails every Friday (5–11 pm) and Saturday (12–11 pm) under the glow of ambient lighting in a cosy setting that oozes charm.…
India Pale Ale, more commonly known as IPA beer, is a strong and hoppy type of pale ale that originated in 18th-century England. Despite its place of origin, IPAs had all but disappeared from pubs in England by the mid-20th century.…
Summer is almost over, which can only mean one thing: Local and Live 2023 is here! This year’s eagerly anticipated family-friendly celebration of local and grassroots music is set to begin at Calverley Grounds on the 25th of August from 5 pm, with a full, electrifying line-up of acts performing throughout the bank holiday weekend.…
Ale and lager are different styles of beer. While they share many similarities, their differences stem from the brewing process, and their historical origins. The main difference between ale and lager is that ale is fermented with top-fermenting yeast at warm temperatures, while lager is fermented with bottom-fermenting yeast at cold temperatures.…
From live events and music festivals to steam trains and woodland adventures, there’s something for everyone in our comprehensive guide on the best things to do in Tunbridge Wells.
Nestled amidst the vast High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Tunbridge Wells is a bustling town, alive with music and arts, imbued with rich history and culture, and adorned with quaint, Georgian architecture.…
Pub in the Park is going to be held in Dunorlan Park, Tunbridge Wells, from the 7th to the 9th of July this year, celebrating all things pub, with excellent food, beer, and a fantastic music line-up. Fonthill Brewing Company is this year’s local brewery partner for the event.…
Unfest is back! Returning this year with what promises to be an explosion of art, music, street theatre, and culture across Tunbridge Wells over the 25th, 26th, and 27th of May. With so much happening, you may wonder what’s going on where, when, how, and why.…