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July 2024
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Associated British Ports announced as Lead Partner and RNLI as Charity Partner for this year’s British Firework Championships15-07-2024
Associated British Ports (ABP), the UK’s largest port operator, is set to partner with the British Firework Championships in their 27th
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Skipper to visit Plymouth on e-rib boat as part of mammoth challenge12-07-2024
Plymouth will be one of the first stops on an attempt to circumnavigate Great Britain in an electric rib – a challenge which begins this…
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New portraits display at The Box celebrates Devon and Cornwall’s young artists11-07-2024
Portraits by more than 160 talented young artists are now on display at The Box following a competition earlier in the year which encouraged as…
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Family friendly Summer Holiday programme at Plymouth Arts Cinema10-07-2024
This summer, Plymouth Arts Cinema is hosting Summer Holiday Cinema: a season of family friendly films, creative workshops and talks.
A mix of…
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Commandos deliver historic cannon to help revamp Plymouth Harbour attraction10-07-2024
The Navy’s specialists in amphibious operations, 47 Commando Raiding Group Royal Marines were called on to make a special delivery in…
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A host of dance shows coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth02-07-2024
For dance lovers in the city, Theatre Royal Plymouth (TRP) has a host of fantastic dance shows from this autumn onwards.
From Matthew…
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Step into the enchanting world of Dragons and Mythical Beasts at Plymouth’s West End Carnival02-07-2024
Roll up! Roll up! Get ready to be swept off your feet at this year’s West End Carnival in Plymouth, where magic and adventure await…
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Plymouth Armed Forces Week 2024 proves to be a huge success01-07-2024
Visitors and residents turned up in their thousands to show respect to our Service Personnel past and present in a week-long celebration in…
June 2024
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New restaurant set to open at the Royal William Yard28-06-2024
A new restaurant is set to open in Plymouth's eye-catching Royal William Yard, bringing a taste of Miami Beach to Royal William Yard…
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Mountain Warehouse opens at Drake Circus27-06-2024
Drake Circus has confirmed UK outdoor retailer, Mountain Warehouse, has opened its doors to shoppers.
The 11,750 sq ft store will be the…
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A brand-new around the world sailing event is coming to Plymouth26-06-2024
Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, is set to host an exhilarating new around-the-world sailing event, the WORLDSTAR on Saturday 26 September…
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Plymouth raises the flag, marking the start of Armed Forces Week24-06-2024
The Armed Forces Flag was raised today following a ceremony at Plymouth Guildhall, marking the start of Armed Forces Week.
The ceremony was…
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Drake Circus extends independent quarter with new cocktail bar and retro arcade24-06-2024
Drake Circus welcomes two new independent local brands to the centre this month - cocktail bar, Olive and Twist, and retro arcade, Continue?
The…
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Sixteen new shows on sale at Theatre Royal Plymouth20-06-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth are thrilled to announce that a phenomenal sixteen new shows have gone on general sale today.
From musicals like the…
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Drake Circus unveils new summer installations in aid of local community partners18-06-2024
Drake Circus has unveiled two new summer installations for 2024, transforming the centre’s atrium and Old Town Street with a kaleidoscope…
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Major coup for Plymouth as National Portrait Gallery exhibition heads to The Box18-06-2024
A major international exhibition, featuring some of the hottest names in contemporary art heads to The Box from the National Portrait Gallery…
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat to return to Theatre Royal Plymouth next year14-06-2024
Michael Harrison and the Really Useful Group are delighted to announce that the sensational London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew…
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Take part in free activities across Plymouth as part of the Big Green Trail13-06-2024
Free, fun activities with a distinctly eco-friendly feel will be taking place across Plymouth on Saturday 22 June as part of The Big Green Trail…
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GWR new Pullman menu sees in the summer with the ultimate onboard fine dining experience13-06-2024
Great Western Railway (GWR) is welcoming a new summer menu to its Pullman Dining service with seven new dishes being served to customers.
The…
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Plymouth celebrates its Armed Forces with two awe-inspiring events on the Hoe 11-06-2024
Two of Plymouth's spectacular headline events return to Plymouth Hoe this month!
Both Armed Forces Day and the Strength of Spirit Games…
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Plymouth Pirates Weekend 2024 – a record breaking, swashbuckling success!03-06-2024
Over 41,000 visitors (including night time trade) attended the 13th Plymouth Pirates Weekend held across the waterfront recently, in what…
May 2024
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Star-studded cast announced for this year's pantomime at Theatre Royal31-05-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth and Crossroads Pantomimes have announced star casting for this year’s enchanting family pantomime, Snow White…
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Royal William Yard goes green for June31-05-2024
Take part in a month of eco-friendly events designed for the whole family, as ‘The Yard Goes Green for June’. Royal William Yard will…
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Join the Exciting Golden Ticket Hunt for TK Maxx Presents Plymouth Summer Sessions!31-05-2024
TK Maxx presents Plymouth Summer Sessions are thrilled to announce a special Golden Ticket Hunt from 31 May to 2 June.
The local community is…
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West End Musical coming to Theatre Royal Plymouth30-05-2024
Jamie Wilson Productions is delighted to announce the revival of The Watermill Theatre’s whip-crackin’ production of the Broadway and…
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New ferry service launches in Plymouth28-05-2024
A new ferry service has launched in Plymouth set to provide a daily route between the Royal William Yard and Saltash across the River Tamar in…
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The Devil Wears Prada-inspired floral installation to go up on Royal William Yard23-05-2024
Ahead of the exclusive pre-West End season of The Devil Wears Prada: A New Musical coming to Plymouth this summer (06 July – 17 August), a…
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Plymouth to commemorate D-Day 8020-05-2024
Plymouth will be honouring the memory of thousands of British and Allied Servicemen who were based in the city as part of the…
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Go Quest Adventures launches new immersive city trail in Plymouth07-05-2024
Self-guided city trail company, Go Quest Adventures has announced the launch of its latest Quest in Plymouth, joining the existing 23 Go Quest…
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Celebrate 20 years of Flavour Fest with biggest event yet02-05-2024
Plymouth’s food and drink extravaganza, Flavour Fest is set to celebrate 20 fabulous years with an even bigger and better offering…
April 2024
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Something for all the crew at this year’s Plymouth Pirates Weekend 30-04-2024
There’s just over two weeks to go until the ever-popular Plymouth Pirates Weekend returns to Britain’s Ocean City. Being held on…
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Hamilton now on general sale for the six-week season at Theatre Royal Plymouth 30-04-2024
Producers Jeffrey Seller and Cameron Mackintosh announced that the multi award-winning HAMILTON will play a six-week season at Theatre Royal…
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Galeón Andalucía set for Plymouth return30-04-2024
Following a hugely successful visit last year, a full-size replica of a 17th Century Spanish galleon, Galeón Andalucía, will be…
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Fire and ice come to Royal William Yard: New sauna coming to Plymouth26-04-2024
A new wellness business is opening soon, just metres from the water’s edge, at Royal William Yard. Hálogi – a seaside…
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The road to Plymouth – the 2024 Cadet World Championship is heading to the UK26-04-2024
Teams from across the world will be heading to Plymouth, one of the most historic and important naval towns in the UK, this summer for the Cadet…
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Sign up for the UK’s first ever Pirate Fun Run!24-04-2024
With less than four weeks to go make sure you’re signed up to take part in the UK’s first ever Pirate Fun Run taking place at 10.30am…
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The Artist leads silent cinema season with Plymouth Arts Cinema and Theatre Royal Plymouth17-04-2024
Theatre Royal Plymouth and Plymouth Arts Cinema have teamed up to present a trio of film screenings in anticipation of the world
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Sink your teeth into Shark Month at Royal William Yard12-04-2024
Shark Week is a renowned cultural phenomenon – but Plymouth is going bigger and better this summer by welcoming Shark Month to Royal…
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Ahoy there! Plymouth prepares for swashbuckling fun at Plymouth Pirates Weekend03-04-2024
The ever-popular Plymouth Pirates Weekend, returns to Britain’s Ocean City on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 May. This year's…
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The Box selects artist Paul Rooney for IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund commission02-04-2024
The Box has chosen artist/musician Paul Rooney for a new commission that explores the concept of home during a time of conflict, from the…
March 2024
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Easter excitement at Drake Circus26-03-2024
Drake Circus Shopping Centre has confirmed its opening hours for the Easter weekend and announced a range of activities and deals to keep…
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Exciting plans for Plymouth Armed Forces Day 2024 are revealed 21-03-2024
Plymouth’s spectacular Armed Forces Day, in association with international defence company Babcock, which owns and operates the…
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Planet Ocean exhibition will dive deep into our connection with the sea at The Box18-03-2024
A new exhibition that will plunge audiences into the heart of our world’s vast ocean and explore how it holds the key to our survival in…
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Cracking good fun this Easter weekend as Brainiac Live comes to Plymouth 13-03-2024
Brainiac Live, the UK's leading interactive science event, is coming to Plymouth this Easter weekend with support from the Plymouth…
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Award-winning musical coming to Plymouth07-03-2024
An award-winning musical is coming to the prestigous Theatre Royal Plymouth in 2025.
Direct from the West End, Cameron Mackintosh and Disney…
February 2024
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Popular pizza chain set to open at The Barcode 22-02-2024
The opening date has been announced for a popular pizza chain in Plymouth city centre.
Sourdough pizza pioneers Franco Manca are set to…
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Leading fashion brand comes to Drake Circus, Plymouth15-02-2024
One of Europe’s leading fashion brands, Mango, is strengthening its presence in the UK with its arrival for the first time in Plymouth at…
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A year of exciting firsts for Plymouth Sound National Marine Park12-02-2024
The summer of 2024 is set to be one to remember for the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.
Having just last week received an £11.6m…
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New names added to line-up for TK Maxx Presents Plymouth Summer Sessions12-02-2024
Today, Live Nation and leading live music and event promoter Cuffe & Taylor have announced the latest artists to join the bill at the…
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Competitors revealed for British Firework Championships06-02-2024
Six firework companies from across the UK have been selected to perform at this year's British Firework Championships on Plymouth Hoe…