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October 2024
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Black History Month at Plymouth Arts Cinema17-10-2024
Plymouth Arts Cinema is participating in Black History month with a day of films and talks on Saturday 26 October, with Support from Cornwall and…
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Plymouth Waterfront Partnership blossoms with Silver-Gilt success at Britain in Bloom regionals17-10-2024
Plymouth's marvellous waterfront has been recognised for its extensive lengths to add to the local scenery through horticulture.
Plymouth…
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Nominate your Community Hero to switch on The Barbican's Christmas Lights!14-10-2024
You can nominate someone who has gone the extra mile this year to switch on the Barbican Christmas Lights in Plymouth on Saturday 16…
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The Lord of the Rings to play exclusive UK run at Theatre Royal Plymouth14-10-2024
The Lord of the Rings - A Musical Tale will embark on a new journey as this timeless tale unfolds in this critically acclaimed and breathtaking…
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Plymouth Art Weekender Returns for 202411-10-2024
Plymouth’s flagship arts festival is back and bigger than ever for 2024, promising to be a transformative cultural moment for the city.…
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Free art festival at the Royal William Yard! 09-10-2024
Artistic talent is being celebrated at Royal William Yard this Autumn during a festival of art. During Artober, a vast variety of events are…
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Multi-award winning musical, Matilda, set for Theatre Royal Plymouth08-10-2024
The Royal Shakespeare Company’s smash-hit production of Matilda The Musical is coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth in early 2026…
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Plymouth to host Junior International Gig Rowing Championships08-10-2024
Plymouth's The Mount Batten Watersports and Activities Centre is set to host the inaugural Junior International Gig Rowing Championships…
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Bonfire Night to make the city sparkle04-10-2024
On Tuesday 5 November, it’s estimated that up to 20,000 spectators will be heading to the Hoe to attend the annual Bonfire Night. The event…
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'Honest Amish' British Beard & Moustache Championships are coming to Plymouth!03-10-2024
One of the most unusual competitions in the UK is coming to Plymouth this October.
Often described as a cross between Miss World and Crufts,…
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China Fleet Country Club unveils cutting-edge gym refurbishment01-10-2024
China Fleet County Club near Plymouth, is excited to announce the completion of a substantial £300,000 refurbishment of its…
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New children's soft play area coming to Drake Circus 01-10-2024
A new children's soft play area is coming to Plymouth's premier shopping centre.
Wild Things Play Project is thrilled to…
September 2024
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Panto cast visits Plymouth as Briana Craig is announced as fairest of all!25-09-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) and Crossroads Pantomimes have announced that Briana Craig will star in this year’s charming family-friendly…
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The Box reveals a stellar lineup for Autumn/Winter exhibitions 23-09-2024
Plymouth's award-winning museum, The Box, is continuing to bring the best historic and contemporary art to the South West, with an…
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Shell-ebrating biggest and best Seafest yet!19-09-2024
Seafest, the annual celebration of Plymouth's vibrant waterfront, returned to Britain’s Ocean City at the weekend and event organisers…
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New seafood discovery trail launched in Plymouth16-09-2024
In celebration of Love British Food’s British Food Fortnight (Friday 20 September to Sunday 6 October), Seafood Plymouth has partnered with…
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Santa Fun Run set to return to The Barbican this Christmas!16-09-2024
The Santa Fun in Plymouth is set to make its return to the waterfront this Christmas as the historic streets marvel in the festive spirit…
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The Box’s Planet Ocean exhibition gets an extended closing date and impressive new artwork13-09-2024
The Box’s Planet Ocean exhibition has had a major refresh this week – and had its closing date extended by two months!
The…
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Seafest 2024 to Make Waves with Plymouth Sound National Marine Park Uplift 04-09-2024
This year Seafest is set to expand beyond The Barbican and Waterfront as Plymouth Sound National Marine Park joins forces with Plymouth…
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Seafest set to sail into Royal William Yard this September 02-09-2024
The celebration of Plymouth’s waterfront is back – bigger and better this year thanks to a new partnership between Plymouth City…
August 2024
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Seventeen New Shows On Sale at Theatre Royal Plymouth29-08-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth are thrilled to announce that seventeen new shows have gone on general sale today.
Shows across all three stages have…
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‘Seafest Sound Stage’ new addition to Seafest 27-08-2024
Plymouth Waterfront Partnership are excited to announce a ‘shoal’ of new features for this year’s Seafest, taking place on…
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Iconic paddle steamer coming to Plymouth 19-08-2024
The world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, Waverley, will make a highly anticipated return to Plymouth and the South West next week.…
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Seafest Plymouth 2024 returns with a new partnership announcement16-08-2024
Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, Plymouth City Council and Plymouth Sound National Marine Park are pleased to announce a new and exciting…
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Winners of the British Firework Championships 2024 announced15-08-2024
Congratulations to BBB Fireworks for being named the winners of this year's British Firework Championships, in partnership with…
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Upcoming productions for musical lovers at Theatre Royal Plymouth13-08-2024
Calling all musical lovers! Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has a great range of shows coming up this year and next, that are sure to provide…
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Dive into fun this summer at the UK's First National Marine Park!05-08-2024
Plymouth Sound National Marine Park launches Your Summer Your Sound, a programme with over 900 free activity sessions that are designed to engage…
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Young People’s Choice Award back by popular demand for second year at British Firework Championships01-08-2024
A group of local care-experienced young people are preparing to play a vital part, for the second year running, in judging this year’s British…
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The History Boys, coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth in September01-08-2024
Alan Bennett’s modern classic The History Boys will make a return to stage in the 20th anniversary production going a national tour,…
July 2024
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Plymouth to host world’s best young sailors30-07-2024
Plymouth Sound will be the stage for the world’s top youth sailing talent as The ABP World Cadet Sailing Championships comes to Plymouth…
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Associated British Ports announced as Lead Partner and RNLI as Charity Partner for this year’s British Firework Championships15-07-2024
Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, is set to partner with the British Firework Championships in their 27th
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Skipper to visit Plymouth on e-rib boat as part of mammoth challenge12-07-2024
Plymouth will be one of the first stops on an attempt to circumnavigate Great Britain in an electric rib – a challenge which begins this…
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New portraits display at The Box celebrates Devon and Cornwall’s young artists11-07-2024
Portraits by more than 160 talented young artists are now on display at The Box following a competition earlier in the year which encouraged as…
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Family friendly Summer Holiday programme at Plymouth Arts Cinema10-07-2024
This summer, Plymouth Arts Cinema is hosting Summer Holiday Cinema: a season of family friendly films, creative workshops and talks.
A mix of…
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Commandos deliver historic cannon to help revamp Plymouth Harbour attraction10-07-2024
The Navy’s specialists in amphibious operations, 47 Commando Raiding Group Royal Marines were called on to make a special delivery in…
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A host of dance shows coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth02-07-2024
For dance lovers in the city, Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has a host of fantastic dance shows from this autumn onwards.
From Matthew…
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Step into the enchanting world of Dragons and Mythical Beasts at Plymouth’s West End Carnival02-07-2024
Roll up! Roll up! Get ready to be swept off your feet at this year’s West End Carnival in Plymouth, where magic and adventure await…
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Plymouth Armed Forces Week 2024 proves to be a huge success01-07-2024
Visitors and residents turned up in their thousands to show respect to our Service Personnel past and present in a week-long celebration in…
June 2024
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New restaurant set to open at the Royal William Yard28-06-2024
A new restaurant is set to open in Plymouth's eye-catching Royal William Yard, bringing a taste of Miami Beach to Royal William Yard…
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Mountain Warehouse opens at Drake Circus27-06-2024
Drake Circus has confirmed UK outdoor retailer, Mountain Warehouse, has opened its doors to shoppers.
The 11,750 sq ft store will be the…
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A brand-new around the world sailing event is coming to Plymouth26-06-2024
Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, is set to host an exhilarating new around-the-world sailing event, the WORLDSTAR on Saturday 26 September…
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Plymouth raises the flag, marking the start of Armed Forces Week24-06-2024
The Armed Forces Flag was raised today following a ceremony at Plymouth Guildhall, marking the start of Armed Forces Week.
The ceremony was…
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Drake Circus extends independent quarter with new cocktail bar and retro arcade24-06-2024
Drake Circus welcomes two new independent local brands to the centre this month - cocktail bar, Olive and Twist, and retro arcade, Continue?
The…
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Sixteen new shows on sale at Theatre Royal Plymouth20-06-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth are thrilled to announce that a phenomenal sixteen new shows have gone on general sale today.
From musicals like the…
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Drake Circus unveils new summer installations in aid of local community partners18-06-2024
Drake Circus has unveiled two new summer installations for 2024, transforming the centre’s atrium and Old Town Street with a kaleidoscope…
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Major coup for Plymouth as National Portrait Gallery exhibition heads to The Box18-06-2024
A major international exhibition, featuring some of the hottest names in contemporary art heads to The Box from the National Portrait Gallery…
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat to return to Theatre Royal Plymouth next year14-06-2024
Michael Harrison and the Really Useful Group are delighted to announce that the sensational London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew…
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Take part in free activities across Plymouth as part of the Big Green Trail13-06-2024
Free, fun activities with a distinctly eco-friendly feel will be taking place across Plymouth on Saturday 22 June as part of The Big Green Trail…
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GWR new Pullman menu sees in the summer with the ultimate onboard fine dining experience13-06-2024
Great Western Railway (GWR) is welcoming a new summer menu to its Pullman Dining service with seven new dishes being served to customers.
The…
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Plymouth celebrates its Armed Forces with two awe-inspiring events on the Hoe 11-06-2024
Two of Plymouth's spectacular headline events return to Plymouth Hoe this month!
Both Armed Forces Day and the Strength of Spirit Games…