The new walkway, located at 136 High Street, provides public access and enhances the town's public realm, aligning with the Town Council’s Neighbourhood Development Plan and Cultural Strategy. It transforms a previously uninviting alleyway between Wagamama and the former Tesco building into a welcoming public space.
Chandlers Walk aims to improve pedestrian access and connectivity between important destinations, including the library, museum, art gallery, Environmental Park, and Webbs Alley leading to Knole. The development sits on land historically occupied by J. S. Charlton Ltd., a former corn chandler, with the name 'Chandlers Place' chosen to preserve this heritage.
The Town Council collaborated with developer Purelake throughout the planning process to ensure the creation of a wide, accessible walkway that encourages public movement.
“"We are so pleased to see this much-anticipated walkway now open to the public. Chandlers Walk brings different parts of the town together, providing a better link between key cultural venues and the High Street. This year, we are focusing on celebrating culture as central to community life in Sevenoaks, so improving access to cultural facilities is a welcome development. Many thanks to the Sevenoaks Town Council team for advocating for this important town centre link through the Cultural Strategy and to Purelake for delivering this excellent walkway."
