• Mayor's Charity Civic Dinner event held at the Grade II listed Essence by Atul Kochhar restaurant in Tunbridge Wells.

    Mayor’s Civic Dinner in Aid of The Sea Cadets at Our Tunbridge Wells Pan-Indian Restaurant

    Mayor’s Civic Dinner in Aid of The Sea Cadets at Our Tunbridge Wells Pan-Indian Restaurant

    15th April 2026

A Charity Evening of Michelin-Starred Pan-Indian Cuisine in The Pantiles


On Wednesday 15 April 2026, Mayor David Osborne invites you to join him for an exclusive evening at Essence at The Pantiles, raising vital funds for The Sea Cadets within our historic Grade II listed dining room.

Guests will be welcomed with a glass of local Kentish Chapel Down fizz on arrival, followed by a bespoke pan-Indian menu carefully selected by The Mayor. The evening features an optional expert wine pairing and a charity auction, where Chef Atul Kochhar will proudly donate signed cookbooks and a dining experience for two.

Supporting The Sea Cadets Organisation Through Fine Dining

The Sea Cadets is a respected national youth charity offering adventure and personal development opportunities for young people aged 10 to 18. The organisation provides diverse activities, including sailing, power-boating, and crucial life-saving skills, helping cadets build confidence. Trained volunteers, many possessing distinguished naval backgrounds, serve as role models to foster a highly supportive environment.

In addition to raising essential funds for the Sea Cadets, Mayor Osborne has proudly reintroduced the civic tradition of being supported by a dedicated sea cadet at official engagements throughout his term in Tunbridge Wells.

6.30pm – Guided Tour of the historic colonnades of The Pantiles
7.00pm – Welcome glass of Chapel Down fizz at Essence
7.30pm – A contemporary pan-Indian dinner commences
9.00pm – Charity Auction followed by our signature traditional Indian desserts
10.00pm – Photo opportunity recreating the iconic 1748 Loggan drawing of The Pantiles

Price £75 per person | Optional Wine Pairing £30(Please note a 12.5% discretionary service charge is applicable on wine pairings and additional beverages).

High-end pan-Indian fine dining setting at Essence in Tunbridge Wells during the Mayor's Civic Dinner.
HOURS

Open seven days per week

Monday to Thursday
Lunch: 12 noon – 2.30 pm
Dinner: 5.30 pm – 10.00 pm

Friday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm -10.30 pm

Saturday
12 noon – 10.30 pm

Sunday
12 noon – 2.30 pm
5.30 pm to 9.00 pm

CONTACT

01892 362 332
info@essencerestaurants.co.uk

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