Brighten up your October and see all The British Art Show exhibition has to offer in Plymouth. We are spoilt for choice for places to visit and things to eat in the city. See our top five suggestions for this weekend:
Immerse yourself in The British Art Show
This weekend see the start of The British Art Show in Plymouth (Saturday 8 October – Friday 23 December). It’s a celebration of British contemporary art, and is recognised as one of the most influential and ambitious exhibitions of its kind in the U.K. The selected artists will present their work across four different venues: The Box, KARST, The Levinsky Gallery at the University of Plymouth and MIRROR at the Arts University Plymouth.
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Be part of a giant paper patchwork
Artist William Luz invites you to use found images and coloured paper to make a collage of your favourite household objects - let's celebrate the ordinary and the everyday! The collages will be stitched together to form a giant paper patchwork that will grow over the sessions, and will go on to be displayed at a British Art Show venue in the city.
Activities are free and ideal for 4-11 year olds and their adults. There’s no need to book. Drop in for as little or as long as you like at The Box on Saturday 8 October, 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30pm-3.30pm.
The Great Plymouth Adventure arrives in Plymouth on Saturday
Take a ride this weekend in aid of Jeremiah’s Journey on Saturday 8 October. Join the 80-mile route starting from Frankfort Gate and then head over Dartmoor towards Okehampton and the long climb back into Princetown. You will receive a sustainable medal, goodie bag and 25% off the event jersey with your entry.
Alternatively, cheer on the cyclists at Frankfort Gate where TV personality and Tour de France commentator Carlton Kirby will be present, as well as a Jeremiah’s Journey stand, cycling information and gear for sale, and live music to enjoy from 11am.
For more information and to sign-up visit here
Book a dream sunset paddle & night-time rock pool safari
Join a serene, sunset paddle and night-time wildlife experience unlike any other. Launching with South West SUP, from just outside the iconic Royal William Yard, you will paddle along the historic shoreline of Plymouth as the sun dips to the West and the sky changes colour. Drifting past Firestone Bay and towards the lights of Plymouth Hoe, the moon can be seen rising in front of us over Jenny Cliff.
Visit here to book your safari. Next date is Saturday 8 October. Cost is £65.
Taste and purchase wines from all over the world
Visit the Honky Tonk Wine Library in Sutton Harbour for the very best wines from all over the world.
Taste delicious locally sourced deli-food platters, relax in a welcoming sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and purchase your favourite wines to enjoy at home. Complemented by a cosy outside patio, you can savour your beverage late into the evening.
To find out more visit here
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