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  • Duke of Gloucester greeting dignitaries

    A Royal Visit for The Amelia Scott

    14 July 2026

    His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester visits The Amelia Scott Staff at The Amelia Scott in Royal Tunbridge Wells welcomed His Royal Highness The Duke of Gloucester on Thursday 9th July for a tour of the unique civic cultural space.  

  • Meet The Amelia Young Producers

    26 May 2026

    The Amelia Young Producers are a group of eight young people from our community, aged 18 to 25, who share a passion for and commitment to building a career in the heritage and cultural sectors.

  • Poster advertising the Green Week at The Amelia

    Green Week: 23rd May – 31st May

    20 May 2026

    Join us at The Amelia Scott for a vibrant Green Week, packed with inspiring activities for all ages - from hands-on family fun to wildlife discovery. Green Week celebrates our local environment and the small actions that can make a big difference.

  • People visiting the Kent & Sussex Crematorium

    Home Educators at the Amelia, Careers Taster Sessions – May 26

    12 May 2026

    This month, our Home Educators took up the chance to find out what it’s like working at the Crematorium.

  • The Amelia Scott building

    Adult Education Provision at The Amelia Scott

    30 March 2026

    Kent County Council has confirmed that Adult Education classes will no longer be delivered at The Amelia Scott due to national changes to the Adult Education Budget, now the Adult Skills Fund (ASF).

  • Creative Health webinar

    The Amelia presents Creative Health webinar for The British Library’s Living Knowledge Network

    26 March 2026

    The Amelia Scott has been invited by the British Library to take centre stage at an upcoming national webinar – and it all began with an adventure.

  • Paddock Wood farm

    Paddock Wood residents – Take part in our survey

    18 March 2026

    The Culture Team at The Amelia Scott are currently gathering ideas and evidence for a National Lottery Heritage Fund bid.

  • young producers

    Emerging Professionals – Youth Photographer Placement

    25 February 2026

    Are you passionate about photography? Want real experience, paid creative work, and the chance to learn from professionals? This opportunity might be perfect for you.

  • Filming

    Amelia Young Producers – Unlocking Collections

    25 February 2026

    An exciting paid opportunity for young adults (18–25) who want hands‑on experience in the creative, heritage, or cultural sectors. You don’t need any previous experience—just enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

  • Students from Oakley School Council visit the Amelia Scott

    Students from Oakley School Council visit the Amelia Scott

    23 December 2025

    Last month, the student council from Oakley School visited The Amelia for a chance to find out about the workings of another kind of council – Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

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After a tremendous reception for Yarnival this year we can announce that it will be back in 2027. Save the date and watch this space for more information. We cant wait to see you!

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