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Entrepreneurs supported with free 1-2-1 mentoring and grants through West Kent Business

The West Kent Business Support Programme has experienced success supporting local businesses since its launch in March 2023. To date, the programme has provided 150 West Kent businesses with expert 1:1 mentoring in addition to providing workshops, webinar sessions, and networking opportunities to over 1500 businesses and freelancers, all free of charge. The programme has also awarded micro-grants to around 90 local businesses, helping them invest in and accelerate their development and growth.

The latest round of the West Kent Business Support Programme commenced in June 2026. This programme has been delivered by the business support organisation Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL).

Creative Careers: It’s a Real Job Fair

Thinking about a creative career? This is the careers fair for you! Creative Tunbridge Wells and Invest West Kent are bringing together leading regional creative companies – from video production studios and digital design agencies to theatrical set builders, marketing firms, and game developers – alongside local colleges and universities. Together, they will give you […]

2 November 2026

West Kent Business Connections

Looking to grow your business, make new connections or discover what support is available locally? Join us for West Kent Business Connections, an exciting new FREE networking event bringing together businesses, entrepreneurs and leading business support organisations from across West Kent, all under one roof! Whether you’re starting out, growing your business or simply looking […]

23 October 2026

Councillors Approve New Angel Centre for Tonbridge

Plans for a new £20.6 million Angel Centre in Tonbridge have been unanimously approved by councillors, marking the largest public investment in the town for a generation. Construction is set to begin in early 2027 on the Sovereign Way Mid Car Park site, with the new facility expected to open in 2028. The modern, energy-efficient […]

14 October 2026

New Flood Defence Scheme Strengthens Resilience in Tonbridge and Hildenborough

A major £42 million flood defence scheme has officially opened, providing enhanced protection for homes, businesses and key infrastructure across Tonbridge and Hildenborough. The project combines an expanded Leigh Flood Storage Area with new flood defences in Hildenborough, helping to reduce flood risk for around 1,870 homes and 575 businesses across the Medway catchment. The […]

23 September 2026

Tonbridge Town Centre Regeneration

Plans to transform Tonbridge Town Centre continue to move forward, with Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council progressing its long-term regeneration masterplan for the area east of the High Street. The vision aims to create a more vibrant and sustainable town centre through a combination of improved leisure facilities, new public spaces, housing, healthcare provision, and […]

23 September 2026

Aylesford Jobs Fair 2026

The Aylesford Jobs Fair is a free event designed to connect local jobseekers with employers and employment support services. Taking place on Wednesday 21 October from 10am to 1pm at the Capel Morris Centre, RBVE Village, Aylesford, the event offers a welcoming opportunity to explore current vacancies, meet recruiting organisations, receive careers guidance, and access […]

17 September 2026

West Kent Expo 27

Showcase your business at West Kent Expo 27 Businesses from across West Kent can exhibit at the inaugural 2027 West Kent Expo at the River Centre in Tonbridge on Wednesday 10th March 2027 from 10am to 3pm. Enterprises are still able to secure exhibition space at the event at competitive prices. Whilst those looking to attend the Expo […]