An investigation continues to find the reason why the natural water flow into an iconic water spring stopped earlier this year.

The Chalybeate Spring in the Pantiles forms a central part of Tunbridge Wells and recently dried up - despite the above average groundwater levels from last winter's ran.

The borough council is carrying out a joint investigation with Targetfollow to discover the problem.

Normal activities that usually take place around the tourist attraction were cancelled when water stopped flowing, and are still being postponed.

So far drainage work has been undertaken at the well and cold bath on the nearby commons, which are thought to be where the water flows from.

The council has appointed a consultant geohydrologist who is investigating the groundwater conditions and factors which may be affecting water flow.

"Historically the water flow of the Spring has altered during periods of low rainfall" - Targetfellow senior surveyor, George Craig...

It is also liaising with the Environment Agency and will be carrying out further tests before Christmas.

Targetfollow senior surveyor, George Craig, said: "Historically the water flow of the Spring has altered during periods of low rainfall.

"The investigation thus far hasn’t confirmed the reason why the water stopped this time, but partners are not ruling anything out and will carry on looking at all potential causes. We’re working with the council and we are both committed to solving the lack of spring water."

The spring was discovered over 400 years ago and is normally occupied by recognisable spring-dippers who engage with the public, explain the history of the water and offer visitors a taste.