Opening Times
| Season (17 July 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 17:30 | - 20:00 |
| Season (14 Aug 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 17:30 | - 20:00 |
| Season (11 Sept 2026) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 17:30 | - 20:00 |
About us
Royal William Yard's Yard Sessions are returning for summer 2026 with a stunning new venue to match the growing popularity of the annual event series. The free live music events are moving to the enchanting 'Secret Garden' – Plymouth's best kept live music secret, tucked away at the historic waterfront destination.
The Secret Garden is located behind Residence 1 – home to boutique B&B Rooms by Bistrot Pierre – found through an archway into a landscaped walled garden just metres from the sea. This one-of-a-kind venue creates incredible acoustics and atmosphere – perfect for the live music series that celebrates the best local talent, spanning a range of styles.
Up next: Rue - friday 17 July
Rue, the English songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist, unveils a signature blend of soulful vocals and rhythmic guitar playing, adorned with a captivating jazz essence.
Blending a multitude of genres including jazz, rnb, neo-soul and funk, her dynamic single 'Lucid' received outstanding support from leading radio station Jazz FM. Rue draws inspiration from artists old and new, including Hiatus Kaiyote, Maddison Cunningham, Kimbra & Jamiroquai.
Upcoming performances:
Friday 17 July - Rue
Friday 14 August - Thomas Ford and Becca Langsford
Friday 11 September - Russell Sinclair

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