LETTER: Shops need free parking to thrive

The shopping areas will not thrive without some form of free off-street parking to welcome shoppers into the area.

Look at the success of Cranbrook and its variety of small businesses. I choose to go there. Meerkat simples!

Peter Marien

Bellhurst Road

Robertsbridge

Have you checked out our new Christmas section yet?

It’s packed with ideas and tips to ensure you make the most out of the festive season.

There’s recipes, suggestions for presents and everything from choosing your tree to recycling your packaging and paper.