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Celebrate the most loved-up day of the year in Britain’s Ocean City! Here’s some inspiration to help you impress the apple of your eye…

Kick start the New Year with an invigorating trip to the theatre. If you were too busy to visit the panto in December then there’s still plenty of time to enjoy a trip, or see one of the many magical family-friendly productions on stage in January.  

We’ve pulled together 115 things to do in and around Britain's Ocean City, from family days out to delectable dining experiences, unique ways to get active and the best places to explore the great outdoors, plus loads more.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year  so make the most of it with a trip to the theatre. Whether you’re looking for a traditional panto that will have the whole family roaring with laughter, or something a little more alternative, Plymouth’s theatres have got you covered over the festive season.

Guaranteed to get you feeling festive, Christmas markets are one of the highlights of this time of year and they’re a great way to support local traders while buying gifts for all the family. Here are five of the best that Plymouth has to offer this winter…  

This Christmas, and for the first time ever in its history, Mount Edgcumbe Country Park’s famed historical formal gardens will be beautifully illuminated – transforming the other side of the river Tamar into a colourful, visual masterpiece.

There’s so much to see and do in Britain’s Ocean City during the festive season – here are eight events that you definitely don’t want to miss.

On Monday 5 November, Plymouth Hoe will host one of the city’s biggest bonfires and firework displays. Here are the top 5 things not to miss on the night!

Step inside the warmth of Plymouth’s theatres to escape the cold November nights – you’ll be transported to different worlds, with everything from family friendly to dramatic dance performances on stage this month.

As the clocks go back this weekend, the days will start to get shorter and colder. But don’t despair, there’s still lots to enjoy in Plymouth throughout November – here are our top picks.

Family-friendly fun, with all of the death-defying acts and incredible gymnastics that you would hope for- we loved our trip to the Moscow State Circus!

It’s beginning to get colder, so keep warm in Plymouth’s theatre land! From ballet to hip-hop, shows for families and classic Shakespeare, there’s something for everyone on stage in October.