Originally referred to as Frant Wells, they were later renamed Queen Mary’s Wells, in honour of Queen Mary II and were only later given the present name of Tunbridge Wells. They included Henrietta Maria of France, wife of King Charles I, six weeks after the birth of her son (later to become King Charles II) whose party camped in opulent tents erected at Bishops Down, due to the lack of nearby lodgings. Although few in number, due to the lack of accommodation nearby (at this time, the nearest being in Tunbridge (now Tonbridge), some 5 miles to the north), the visitors were of high social standing. The waters subsequently attracted other visitors, who also claimed their health to be restored. With public interest aroused, Lord Abergavenny cleared the area of brushwood, sank wells and surrounded them with stone paving and railings. He found his health completely restored and lived to the age of 80. Travelling through woodland on his return to London, he discovered the waters and decided to try them. Having lived a fashionably excessive lifestyle, he retired to the countryside (in nearby Eridge) in an unsuccessful attempt to repair his health. History 1606-1659: Discovery of the wells ĭudley Lord North, a distinguished courtier during the reign of King James I, discovered the waters in 1606.
Tourists can sample the spring water which is served by costumed 'Dippers' every summer. The waters are rich in iron giving them a unique taste. The spring is overlooked by the Dipper's Hall. Throughout the summer jazz bands play outside on the bandstand, attracting hundreds of people.
The area, developed following the discovery of a chalybeate spring in 1606, has become a popular tourist-attraction.Īs of 2022 the Pantiles includes a variety of specialist shops, art galleries, cafés, restaurants and bars, as well as a farmers market held outside every other Saturday. Formerly known as "The Walks" and the (Royal) "Parade", it leads from the well that gave the town its name.
The Pantiles is a Georgian colonnade in the town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England.
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