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Welcome to Plymouth, Britain's Ocean City, where the city meets the sea and adventure is always within reach

  1. Plymouth is renowned for its spectacular event schedule. Come for the South West's largest food festival, watch unforgettable fireworks or listen to incredible live music. Whatever you're into, there's something in Plymouth for you to enjoy.
  2. The Christmas calendar officially kicks off with the switch-on of this year’s spectacular Christmas lights on Thursday 12 November 2026
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    What's On

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    Barbican Christmas Lights Switch-on

    Barbican Christmas Lights Switch-on

    Round up the family and enjoy the festive celebrations on Southside Street as the Barbican is lit up for Christmas on…

    Openings

    Season

    14th November 2026
    Plymouth Christmas Market

    Plymouth Christmas Market

    Openings

    Season

    26th November 2026-20th December 2026
    Britain's Ocean City Running Festival

    Britain's Ocean City Running Festival

    Openings

    Season

    16th May 2027
    Plymouth Gin

    Plymouth Gin

    The Black Friars Distillery, the working home of Plymouth Gin since 1793, is the oldest working gin distillery in England. The building dates back to the early 1400’s and where the Mayflower Fathers are said to have spent their last night before setting sail in the Mayflower to the New World.

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