Tonbridge is a typical English market town on the River Medway. Tonbridge is the site of a bridge built by the Saxons, that spanned the River Medway. A cousin of William the Conqueror, Richard Fitz Gilbert de Clare, built a castle in Tonbridge, in the 11th century. The city and the garrison stationed on the floor were burned and later rebuilt during the 13th century.

During Medieval Times Tonbridge was strategically important. Tonbridge Castle was big enough to accommodate to the villagers in times of conflict. There are some remains of the outer defenses of the city, a moat and ditch. A POW camp was built at the junction of road Tudeley Lane and Pembury. It is captured Italian soldiers and German pilots.

The largest theft of cash occurred in Tonbridge. In 2006, over 53.1 million pounds was stolen from Securitas. Only half of the money never recovered and the beginning of 2008 five people were convicted of theft.

The city is mainly a market town and attracts many visitors. Its main industries include distribution, financial services, printing, publishing, and engineering of light. There are many attractions to visit including outdoor sports, water activities, hiking, gardens and the Castle Gatehouse. High street contains most of the shopping cities. Carrot wood, which is a center for outdoor activities, and residential center that offers young people the chance to sample the activities outdoors.

In 2007, the Tour de France passes through Tonbridge with the first of the king of the mountain is being done at Quarry Hill, just south of the city. Tonbridge Printers CC, also known as Cowdrey Cricket Club, is the hub of cricket activity in the city. Tonbridge is part of the Rugby Union and has its own football team, the Angels of Tonbridge. The yacht club has produced many Olympic athletes in sailing and canoeing.

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