Visit Plymouth Blog

August is a big month in Plymouth’s events calendar, with so much to see and do. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, whether you’re looking for a free family day out during the summer holidays, an evening of live music with friends or some of the country’s most impressive firework displays.

This August, the historic Rolex Fastnet race will once again finish in Plymouth and the race village will be open for everyone to visit - here's everything you need to know. 

Alexandra Burke returns to the role of Rachel Marron in The Bodyguard following her triumphant run in the show in both the West End and the subsequent sell out 2015/2016 tour.

Here, she chats more about the role and why she's looking forward to visiting Plymouth on the tour. 

Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, has so much to offer families during the summer holidays, come rain or shine! 

This summer, Elmer’s Big Parade is coming to Plymouth! 

We are Barbican Theatre: we get excited about people creating and enjoying theatre, dance and live entertainment.

At Bella Italia, we find tradition and we treasure it. We’re passionate about bringing you a true taste of Italy, so you can experience the love, food, and magic of this amazing country first-hand in our restaurants. 

When you are spending the night away from home, you want to feel like you have escaped your busy everyday life, but with lots of home from home necessities.  Here are some of the perks which you wil..

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This Sunday (7 July) is World Chocolate Day and it would be rude not to celebrate! There’s plenty of cafes and eateries in Plymouth where you can get your chocolate fix.

Plymouth Hoe is the place to be this Saturday, 29 June 2019, as we celebrate and say thank you to our armed forces – from serving personnel to veterans, cadets and reservists. Here’s the top ten things not to miss…

Base yourself near Plymouth on your next summer break and combine the city’s urban bustle and maritime heritage with wild swimming, moorland walks and heritage so real you can reach out and touch it.