Visit Plymouth Blog

While summer might be winding down, nothing says British seaside quite like fish and chips by the water.

Summer in Plymouth. There's nowhere quite like it. The sun is shining, the water is shimmering and there are plenty of amazing events happening in and around the city.

Feeling the heat in the Summer sun of Plymouth? Check out the array of places where you can cool off if you're finding it a tad hot out.

Pirates Weekend is making waves as it returns to Plymouth this May – so dust off your eye patch and get ready to set sail for a swashbuckling weekend packed with high-seas adventure and family fun! 

A weekend of swashbuckling fun is coming on 9-10 May for the return of Plymouth Pirates Weekend.

Prepare for two days of family-friendly fun across the waterfront for the ever-popular event for what is set to be a fantastic spectacle.

Plymouth has plenty of welcoming restaurants that cater for children whilst offering great food for adults.

Discover the top things to do in Plymouth this May.

Spring markets are returning across Plymouth, bringing outdoor stalls, indoor venues and a great mix of local makers.

Plymouth is the perfect destination for either a quick weekend getaway or an extended stay.

Plymouth is buzzing with live music in 2026, cementing its reputation as one of the top music destinations in the South West.  

With the ocean right on our doorstep, Plymouth serves up some of the freshest and most delicious seafood around. Take a look at ten of the best places in the city to savour the catch of the day.

Make the most of the beautiful outdoors by enjoying one of the many stunning beaches near Plymouth.