Shoppers stopping to see the progress of Taylour Mews - a new housing development in Edenbridge High Street - have also been able to view the work of a local artists group.

Sevenoaks-based property developers Regalpoint is currently building nine two-bedroom apartments, a one bedroom studio flat and a two bedroom cottage, all with parking, at 67 High Street with the adjoining Taylour House, retained for retail use.

While construction is underway, local group EVA - Eden Valley Artists - is using the window of the old building to display their work. The window was used earlier this summer to display entries from the Edenbridge Festival photographic competition, which Regalpoint sponsored.

Niki Campbell, one of the artists whose work is on display said: “It’s great that we have a space, albeit temporary, to show our work as we are really keen for other local artists to come and join our group.”

Regalpoint Managing Director Tony Porter said: “We are always happy to help with the communities we work in whenever we can. This space was not being used and we are pleased to be able to showcase some really talented artists.”

The building that currently occupies the High Street site was erected some time in the mid-to-late-19th century as The Odd Fellows Meeting Hall. Following the Second World War, the building was converted by the Batt family to the Negresco Cinema and a new art deco façade was added.

However, due to a lack of profitability, the cinema closed in 1958 and in the late 1960s was converted to Vyes Supermarket. In the 1970s, the building was altered, a new facade added and it then became an antique furniture store in conjunction with Taylour House next door.

To find out more about Regalpoint visit the website regalpoint.co.uk or call 01732 450184. If you would like to join EVA e-mail info@edenvalleyartists.com