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Are you looking to be inspired during your visit to Plymouth, and not sure where to start? We have plenty of suggestions and experiences to keep you and the entire family entertained throughout your stay!
Take a look at our itineraries for ideas on what to do during your overnight visit, for those sunny or rainy days and for those history buffs wanting to explore Plymouth's past.
Let us recommend our top 10 ideas and inform you of how dog friendly Plymouth really is.
You can also find out all about the fantastic competitions we have on offer, learn...… Read More
Are you looking to be inspired during your visit to Plymouth, and not sure where to start? We have plenty of suggestions and experiences to keep you and the entire family entertained throughout your stay!
Take a look at our itineraries for ideas on what to do during your overnight visit, for those sunny or rainy days and for those history buffs wanting to explore Plymouth's past.
Let us recommend our top 10 ideas and inform you of how dog friendly Plymouth really is.
You can also find out all about the fantastic competitions we have on offer, learn about local knowledge and unique experiences with our blogs and discover a range of special offers provided by local businesses just for you.
Travel with GWR
If you're travelling to Plymouth, we suggest using the train with a wide range of services running from a variety of locations within England.
Travelling from London takes around 3 hours with Great Western Railway, if you're coming from the north, the trip from Manchester can take 5 hours 15 minutes.
Alternatively, the recently renovated Night Riviera Sleeper service runs Monday to Friday and Sunday evenings.
We recommend using GWR.com to search for the fastest and best route for your journey, and book in advance for the best price.
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The Black Friars Distillery, the working home of Plymouth Gin since 1793, is the oldest working gin distillery in England. The building dates back to the early 1400’s and where the Mayflower Fathers are said to have spent their last night before setting sail in the Mayflower to the New World.
The World-famous Plymouth Hoe offers beautiful scenic views. Popular legend has it that it was here, on 20th July 1588, that the Elizabethan Sea-Captain Sir Francis Drake was playing bowls when first news of sightings of the invading "Spanish Armada" was brought to him.
A centerpiece on Plymouth Hoe, Smeaton's Tower has become one of the South West's most well-known landmarks. Standing at 72 foot high, Smeaton's Tower offers fantastic views of Plymouth Sound and the city from its lantern room.
"One of my favourite things to do on a weekend in Plymouth, is to head down to Elvira's Cafe and have a big old English breakfast and then get on the Cremyll Ferry and have a beautiful day sightseeing"
The Black Friars Distillery, the working home of Plymouth Gin since 1793, is the oldest working gin distillery in England. The building dates back to the early 1400’s and where the Mayflower Fathers are said to have spent their last night before setting sail in the Mayflower to the New World.
The World-famous Plymouth Hoe offers beautiful scenic views. Popular legend has it that it was here, on 20th July 1588, that the Elizabethan Sea-Captain Sir Francis Drake was playing bowls when first news of sightings of the invading "Spanish Armada" was brought to him.
A centerpiece on Plymouth Hoe, Smeaton's Tower has become one of the South West's most well-known landmarks. Standing at 72 foot high, Smeaton's Tower offers fantastic views of Plymouth Sound and the city from its lantern room.
"One of my favourite things to do on a weekend in Plymouth, is to head down to Elvira's Cafe and have a big old English breakfast and then get on the Cremyll Ferry and have a beautiful day sightseeing"
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