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Our recent Friendship Bus visit to the Temper Temper chocolate workshop

By Wendy Pieffer Circle of Friends CIC

Wednesday, 4 March 2026

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The Friendship Bus is all about connection, companionship and the simple joy of spending time together. It has quickly become a firm favourite in our community, and it is easy to see why.

We meet at our local stop, hop on a regular scheduled bus and head off together to a chosen destination. From the moment we take our seats, the conversations begin. Stories are shared, laughter fills the aisle, and friendships grow along the way. The journey itself becomes just as special as wherever we are heading.

Our most recent Friendship Bus took us to Temper Temper, a chocolate workshop just outside Tonbridge. It was a wonderful day of learning, tasting and enjoying something a little different together. There were smiles all round and plenty of chocolate to take home.

We are also incredibly grateful to Arriva Bus for their continued support, and especially to Christian Obray, our valued contact and long time supporter, for capturing the day on video.

Click here to watch a video of the day

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Wendy Pieffer

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Maidstone, Kent

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Registered office address Granville Hall, Granville Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, LE1 7RU. Charity operates in Maidstone and surrounding areas.