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Welcome to Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City. 2015 promises to be an exciting year with a jam packed calendar of events, live music, arts, dance, food festivals, cycling, fi reworks and more! A real mixture of heritage, culture, nature and style, Plymouth is the city to be in.

Plymouth offers something for everyone with plenty of things to see and do. Take a walk along the waterfront on Plymouth Hoe, enjoy some award winning seafood on the historic Barbican, or visit one of its cosmopolitan bars and listen to some live music nestled within the cobbled streets of Sutton Harbour.

During your visit to Plymouth’s waterfront, explore the city by foot, or if you’re feeling energetic hire a bike and take a trip to the nearby Royal William Yard, with many restaurants and bars this is a favourite for all you foodies.

For those seeking adventure you can take to the water on a scenic boat trip from The Barbican and Sutton Harbour, stay close to the Plymouth coast or sail across to Cornwall visiting Cawsand or Mount Edgcumbe Country Park.

Looking for a faster pace? Head to the City Centre where 2015 promises food festivals, markets, live dance and a calendar of events on the City Centre Piazza. Surrounded by independent shops, high-street stores and the acclaimed Drake Circus Shopping Centre you will be in the right place for some retail therapy.

Perhaps you’re craving culture. Plymouth has its fi nger on the pulse when it comes to the Arts. Theatre Royal Plymouth is one of the largest theatres in the country, purpose built, it showcases some of the country’s fi nest theatre, whether that’s West End showstoppers or something fresh from the Edinburgh festival. Next stop for culture is the Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery showcasing exhibitions both old and new, this is defi nitely worth a visit.

This booklet will tell you everything you need to know about what’s on and what to do in Plymouth during summer 2015. We look forward to seeing you and we hope you enjoy your visit. Find out more: visitplymouth.co.uk

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Plymouth is hosting an exciting events calendar for 2015 - music, culture, food festivals, markets and heritage - there will be something for everyone.

Centre stage this year’s will be the return of MTV Crashes to Plymouth Hoe in July, a chance to see international music artists take Plymouth by storm. With this year’s event taking place across two days MTV crashes 2015 is set to be bigger and better.

This June welcomes a two day Armed Forces weekend extravaganza. Saturday’s Armed Forces Day will be showcasing The Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force, Veterans, Emergency Services and Support Services. Activities will include, air and arena displays, military vehicles, marching bands and live music. The evening main stage programme will be a dynamic line up of live bands including ‘Europe’s most authentic U2 tribute band’ ZU2.

Sunday will see the return of the Royal Navy Volunteer Band Assoc. Festival, for the fi rst time in over a decade. In the morning the ten competing military bands will perform their marching displays in the arena on The Hoe and

in the afternoon they will take to the main stage to showcase their individual band performances.

Where there is music there’s dance! In July Plymouth hosts The National Youth Dance Festival – U.Dance 2015. Youth Dance England in partnership with Plymouth Dance is presenting three vibrant and distinctive performances at Theatre Royal Plymouth, each showcasing work by some of the best youth dance groups from across the UK. There will also be live dance happening as part of the world famous festival across the city including Plymouth Hoe, and the City Centre Piazza.

This summer also sees the return of the Red Arrows on the 19th August as part of the world famous British Firework Championships. An annual event, visitors from far and wide visit to watch two days of spectacular displays from British pyrotechnic companies, set in the natural amphitheatre of Plymouth Hoe, it’s a must see, so why not pack a picnic and make an evening of it!

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26 March - 12 April David Rowland’s Easter Fun Fair The Hoe

28 March - 12 April Eggcellent Adventures National Marine Aquarium

28 March - 10 May Ellard & Johnstone, Everything Made Bronze Plymouth Arts Centre

28 March - 30 May Wildlife Photographer of The Year Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

2 April - 12 April Tall Ship ‘Kaskelot’ Sutton Harbour

3 April Sleeping with Sharks National Marine Aquarium

3 April - 6 April Cadbury Easter Egg Trails Saltram

4 April Make and Take Easter 2015 - Bunnies and Baskets Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

4 April - 6 April Easter Weekend Pennywell Farm

5 April Good Food Market Royal William Yard

5 April Souled Out Plymouth Guildhall

7 - 10 April Easter Eggstravaganza Theatre Royal Plymouth

7 - 11 April Joseph and The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Theatre Royal Plymouth

8 April Spring Garden Tour Mount Edgcumbe

8 April - 11 April The Half Girl Theatre Royal Plymouth

10 April - 11 April Beauty and The Beast Plymouth Pavillions

10 April - 29 May Wild In The Wood Saltram

12 April Pedal Power - National Trust Saltram and Plym Valley Saltram and Plym Valley

12 April That’ll Be The Day Theatre Royal Plymouth

12 April 3D Felt Workshop Mount Edgcumbe

13 April - 18 April To Kill a Mockingbird Theatre Royal Plymouth

13 April - 30 May Soil Culture Exhibition Peninsula Arts Gallery, Plymouth University

13 April - 9 May iOrchestra Various Locations

14 April - 16 April Lord Of The Dance Plymouth Pavillions

14 - 18 April National Theatre Connections Theatre Royal Plymouth

17 April Simple Minds Plymouth Pavillions

17 April Live Music Night - Featuring Land Of The Giants The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

17 April - 26 April Tall Ship ‘The Irene’ Sutton Harbour

18 April An Evening Of Burlesque Plymouth Pavillions

18 April Letters From Dartmoor Saltram

19 April St. Georges Day The Barbican and Sutton Harbour TBC

19 April Sex In Suburbia Theatre Royal Plymouth

19 April Plymouth Half Marathon Starting From The Hoe

20 - 25 April Derren Brown: Miracle Theatre Royal Plymouth

21 - 25 April Wave - A Play For Young People With PMLD Theatre Royal Plymouth

22 April Edgcumbe 500 - Back To The Tudors Mount Edgcumbe

25 April Belmond British Pullman Excursion Depart & Return Plymouth Train Station

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25 April All Things Vintage and Lovely Fayre Plymouth Guildhall

27 April Ben Howard Plymouth Pavillions

7 April - 6 June Live Make Exhibition The Gallery at Plymouth College of Art

28 April - 9 May Top Hat Theatre Royal Plymouth

9 April - 6 May Drawn To The Valley ‘Spring Into Art’ Exhibition Mount Edgcumbe

May Plymouth History Festival Various Locations

May Plymouth Loves Fashion Plymouth City Centre

1 May Michael Ball Plymouth Pavillions

1 - 3 May Dinosaur Zoo Theatre Royal Plymouth

1 May - 14 June Tanks and Tablecloths Plymouth Arts Centre

2 May Mike and The Mechanics Plymouth Pavillions

3 May Good Food Market Royal William Yard

3 May Edgcumbe 500 - Green Man Event Mount Edgcumbe

11 - 16 May The Boy In Striped Pyjamas Theatre Royal Plymouth

12 May Nancy: The Story Of Lady Astor Talk Theatre 2, Plymouth University

13 May - 27 May Love Your Local Market Plymouth City Market

15 May Wild About Plymouth: Cabinets Of Curiosity Plymouth City Museum And Art Gallery

16 May - 17 May Bumper Easter Market Royal William Yard

16 May - 17 May Plymouth Pirate Weekend The Barbican and Sutton Harbour

17 May UB40 Plymouth Pavillions

18 - 23 May The Woman In Black Theatre Royal Plymouth

20 May History and Heritage Of The Earls Garden Mount Edgcumbe

22 May ‘Aquarium Lates’ Plymouth Sounds Music Theme National Marine Aquarium

22 - 25 May Volksfest Newnham Park

23 May Jimmy Carr Plymouth Pavillions

23 May - 31 May Family Activities Summer Half Term National Marine Aquarium

23 May - 31 May David Rowland’s Fun Fair The Hoe

23 May - 19 July Matthew Houlding Plymouth Arts Centre

23 May - 26 Sept Fallen Emperor: Napoleon In Plymouth Sound In 1815 Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

24 May Edgcumbe 500 - Smugglers Market Mount Edgcumbe

24 May - 30 May Plymouth Fringe Festival Various Locations

26 May - 6 June Barnum Theatre Royal Plymouth

28 May Sing-A-Long-A Frozen Plymouth Pavillions

30 May Northern Soul Event Plymouth Guildhall

30 May - 31 May DevCon Plymouth Guildhall

31 May Sky Ride Saltram

31 May Plymouth Gran Fondo Cycling Sutton Harbour, Dartmoor, Cornwall

2 June David Sedaris Plymouth Pavillions

3 June Edgcumbe 500 - Developing A Legacy Mount Edgcumbe

5 June Live Music Night - Featuring The Vibes The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

6 June Lord Mayor’s Day Plymouth City Centre


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6 June The Moody Blues Plymouth Pavillions

6 June Tractor Ted Pennywell Farm

7 June Good Food Market Royal William Yard

7 June St. Luke’s Triple Challenge Foggintor Quarry, Dartmoor National Park

8 - 13 June Anything Goes Theatre Royal Plymouth

10 June Opera, La Boahme The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

11 June Antiques Roadshow Royal William Yard

12 -14 June Funky Llama Festival The Hoe

13 June Going Bats at Mount Edgcumbe Mount Edgcumbe

14 June St Luke’s Dragon Boat Race Mount Batten Watersports Centre

16 June - 4 July Dirty Dancing Theatre Royal Plymouth

17 June - 5 Sept The Many Adventures of Enid Blyton Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

19 June Soul Legends Plymouth Pavillions

19 - 21 June 3 Wishes Faery Festival Mount Edgcumbe

20 - 21 June Plymouth Respect Festival Various Locations

20 - 21 June Community Weekend Plymouth University

21 June Race For Life The Hoe

21 June Milton Jones Plymouth Pavillions

24 June Elvis Costello Plymouth Pavillions

27 June Armed Forces Day The Hoe

28 June Royal Naval Volunteer Band Association Festival The Hoe

29 June - 12 July Wimbledon On The Big Screen The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

July TBC MTV ‘Crashes’ Plymouth The Hoe

July TBC Club MTV DJ Night The Hoe

3 July Opera, Don Giovanni The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

4 July St. Luke’s Moonlight Cycle Torpoint Community College

4 July Independent’s Day Plymouth City Centre

4 July - 5 July Country Fair Weekend Pennywell Farm

5 July Good Food Market Royal William Yard

5 July Plymouth Philharmonic Choir Plymouth Guildhall

7 - 18 July The Bodyguard The Musical Theatre Royal Plymouth

17 - 19 July Plymouth Regatta Plymouth Waterfront

18 July St. Luke’s Moonlight Walk For Women University of St Mark & St John

19 July Meet BBC’s Nick Baker Pennywell Farm

22 - 25 July U.Dance Various Locations

24 July - 27 July Sutton Harbour Plymouth Classic Boat Rally Sutton Harbour

25 July - 31 August Super Size Vs Super Mini - Summer Holidays National Marine Aquarium

28 July - 15 August Shrek The Musical Theatre Royal Plymouth

31 July Live Music Night - Featuring Joker The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

2 August Good Food Market Royal William Yard

5 August National Play Day TBC

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5 August National Qualifer Sheep Dog Trails Pennywell Farm

7 August Sleeping with Sharks Sleepover National Marine Aquarium

7-8 & 12-15 August Michael McIntyre Plymouth Pavilions

7-17 August Continental Circus Berlin Central Park

8 August West Country Records Fair Plymouth Guildhall

14 - 16 August Flavour Fest Plymouth City Centre

15 August Tree Fu Tom Plymouth Pavillions

16 August Chesnut Appeal Breakwater Swim Plymouth Waterfront

17 August - 23 August Fastnet Plymouth Yacht Haven

18 August ‘Aquarium Lates’ Adults Only Evening National Marine Aquarium

18 - 19 August British Firework Championships The Hoe

18 August - 5 Sept Jersey Boys Theatre Royal Plymouth

23 August Route 38 Car Club The Hoe

28 August Wild About Plymouth: Jurassic Lark Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

4 September Live Music Night - Featuring Supersonic The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

7 - 12 September Annie Theatre Royal Plymouth

7 - 27 September Ocean City Festival Various Locations

6 September Good Food Market Royal William Yard

10 - 12 September Open Air Cinema Royal William Yard

22 September Live Opera, Romeo & Juliet The Piazza, Plymouth City Centre

24 September ‘Aquarium Lates’ Adults Only Evening National Marine Aquarium

25 - 27 September Plymouth Art Weekender Various Locations

26 - 27 September Plymouth Seafood Festival The Barbican and Sutton Harbour

26 September Fisherman’s Friends Plymouth Pavilions

26 September All Things Vintage And Lovely Plymouth Guildhall

26 Sept - 16 Jan 2016 ARTIST ROOMS: Gerhard Richter Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery

27 September Gamegoer Gundogs Pennywell Farm

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Plymouth is a city which has something for all ages which makes it a family favourite, with this in mind our family friendly events in 2015 will not disappoint.

Pirates Weekend in May is a chance for families to discover everything ‘Pirate’ with themed activities taking place across The Barbican and Sutton Harbour.

The prestigious ‘Lord Mayor’s Day Parade’ in Plymouth City Centre is also a great opportunity for family fun with colourful displays across the city and the parade itself.

For families who want to explore on two wheels Plymouth is a cycle friendly city and there are lots of places to explore. You can venture out towards Plymbridge woods or head along the waterfront to the historic Royal William Yard.

To experience life below the waves of Britain’s Ocean City head to the UK’s largest Aquarium, The National Marine Aquarium for sharks, turtles and rock pools.

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If there is one thing Plymouth is not short of, it’s history. Taking a walk down the historic cobbled streets of The Barbican and Sutton Harbour you may think you have stepped back in time.

As a city steeped in maritime history there are lots of places where you can learn more about Plymouth’s heritage, from museums to historic houses where you can discover the city’s ancient and more recent past. The Mayfl ower Museum explores the exciting past of Sutton Harbour including the voyage of Pilgrim Fathers

aboard the Mayfl ower which set sail from Plymouth to America in 1620.

The City Museum’s collections are showcased in a range of galleries and include impressive paintings, ceramics, archaeology, natural history and Egyptian artefacts. High quality exhibitions are also staged here throughout the year, as well as at the nearby Peninsula Arts, College of Art and Plymouth Arts Centre – offering you a chance to see work by established as well as emerging artists.M

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For more information on Museum opening times and event days visit: visitplymouth.co.ukAll details and pricing were correct at time of print.

MUSEUM LISTINGS

PLYMOUTH MAYFLOWER MUSEUM3-5 The Barbican, Plymouth, PL1 2LR(opposite the Mayfl ower Steps) November – March open Monday to SaturdayApril – October open every day

Admission:Adult £2 Under 16s and Students £1 Family £5Free for under 5s

ELIZABETHAN HOUSE32 New Street, The Barbican

Opening Hours31 March - 3 October 2015Tuesday to Saturday - 10am to 12pmand 1pm to 5pmClosed Sundays and Mondays

Admission:Adults £2.80 Children £1.50 - Under 3’s freeStudents and Seniors £1.80Family (2 adults + 3 children) £8.50Other group concessions available

CROWNHILL FORTCrownhill, Plymouth

Admission to public open days varies depending on the activities taking place.

Admisson: Adults £5Children £2.50Families £12

SMEATON’S TOWERPlymouth HoeOpening hours are seasonal Visit: plymouth.gov.uk/museums

Admission:Adults £2.80 Children £1.50 - Under 3s freeStudents and Seniors £1.80Family (2 adults + 3 children) £8.50Other group concessions available

MERCHANT’S HOUSE33 St. Andrew Street, City Centre

Opening times vary in winter months, closed Sunday, Monday and bank holidays. Open 10am -12.00 pm, 1pm – 5pm

Admission:Adult £2.60Child £1.30 (under 3s free)Students and Seniors £1.60Family (2 adults, 3 children) £7.60

PLYMOUTH CITY MUSEUM AND ART GALLERYDrake Circus, Plymouth PL4 8AJ Opening HoursTuesday to Friday - 10am to 5.30pmSaturday - 10am to 5pmClosed Sundays and Mondays

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Whether you are looking for a tranquil family ride or a blood-pumping mountain bike trail Plymouth, Britain’s Ocean City, has a lot to offer cyclists of all ages and abilities.

As well as cycling along Plymouth’s Barbican, waterfront and Sutton Harbour, the city provides a great base for those wanting to explore the stunning scenery and local history we have to offer.

With numerous National Trust estates, the Dartmoor National Park and coastal routes nearby, you will have plenty of exciting trails to choose from, you may even come across a Dartmoor Pony or two.

Plymouth is the gateway to cycling in the South West and beyond, located on the National Cycle Network routes 27 and 2. Exploring the city or the beauty of Plymbridge woods, Plymouth is a cycle friendly city you will want to keep exploring further.

If you like a challenge why not take part in Sky Ride which is coming to Plymouth in May and discover the city with hundreds of other cyclists.

Cycle hire is available with Plymouth bike hire (plymouthbikehire.co.uk) located in Coypool or Rockets & Rascals bike hire (rocketsandrascals.com) located on The Barbican.

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Plymouth Life Centre offers state of the art sports facilities including climbing walls, bouldering rooms and an Olympic size swimming pool, fun pool and diving pool as used by Olympians Tom Daley and Tonia Couch.

If you are a fan of winter sports Plymouth also boasts an artifi cial ski slope and indoor ice rink to

practice your winter sports come rain or shine.Being by the sea there are lots of opportunities to get out on the water by boat, kayak or paddleboard.

For the more adventurous, Plymouth is renowned for its scuba diving and is home to England’s fi rst artifi cial wreck HMS Scylla which is home to many different species of marine life.

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The surrounding area of Dartmoor is often overlooked by visitors to Plymouth. One of the fi nest and largest National parks in Britain the Dartmoor landscape is unique with its high heather covered moors, ancient standing stones, hut circles, stone clapper bridges and home to its own breed of wild Dartmoor pony. You can walk, cycle or ride on horseback to enjoy this extraordinary area at its best.

Dartmoor is also home to DZP (Dartmoor Zoological Park) the inspiration for the fi lm ‘We Bought a Zoo’ starring Matt Damon and provides a chance to get up close to a host of wild animals from across the globe. When walking on Dartmoor remember to stay on foot paths if you are a not an experienced walker. Visit: dartmoor-npa.gov.uk for more information about where to go and what to do on Dartmoor.D

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As Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth is surrounded by beaches and coastal areas.

A short drive from Plymouth will take you along the coast, where you will discover a variety of sandy beaches and pebbly coves to explore, go rock pooling, swimming or just enjoy the views. BE

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The Departure of the Pilgrim Fathers from Plymouth 1620 by Bernard Finegan Gribble © Plymouth City Council (Arts and Heritage)

From past to present a unique journey through Plymouth’s world famous harbour and historic Barbican

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MTV Crashes Plymouth returns in July 2015 bringing international artists to Plymouth Hoe alongside thousands of spectators. With this year’s acts yet to be unveiled, which stars MTV plan to bring to the city is what everyone’s talking about. After last year’s international acts took the city by storm, this year promises to be bigger and better.

Theatre takes the centre stage in Plymouth with Theatre Royal Plymouth showing the latest West End shows and latest plays from across the UK, whilst The Barbican Theatre show an array of local theatre, music and comedy.

For music events, Plymouth Pavilions attracts international artists all year round. As well as a huge live music scene in bars and smaller venues, the Barbican and Sutton Harbour also offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy live music alongside wonderful restaurants, bars and cafes to while away those dreamy summer evenings.

iOrchestra will give visitors the chance to step inside an orchestra. Join more than 100 expert musicians and experience the thrill of walking among them through the interactive digital orchestra. There will even be a chance to get involved and use the music installations. This is a must-do activity.

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Welcome to Plymouth. There is no better way to enjoy

the City’s amazing waterfront than by bike, there are

hidden gems crammed into every corner along miles

of stunning coastline.

From D-day to Drake, Founding Fathers to fl ying boats and Bootnecks to breakwaters – this place has it all. Wherever you choose to pedal, Rockets and Rascals will sort you out with a great bike and friendly local advice to help you make the most of your day.

To book your bike give us a ring:

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Plymouth History Festival1 to 31 May 2015A month of fantastic eventsthat highlight Plymouth’sunique history and heritage

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GREAT EXHIBITIONSIn The Frame: Plymouth’s Portraits Revealed –throughout 2015Beauty and Power: Plymouth’s Greatest Gift –The Cottonian Collectionuntil 9 May 2015Wildlife Photographer of the Year –Until 30 May 2015Fallen Emperor:Napoleon in Plymouth Sound in 1815 –23 May to 26 September 2015Mystery, Magic and Midnight Feasts:The Many Adventures of Enid Blyton –17 June to 5 September 201510am to 5.30pm Tuesday to Friday10am to 5pm SaturdayADMISSION FREEPLYMOUTH CITY MUSEUM AND ART GALLERYDRAKE CIRCUS, PLYMOUTH PL4 8AJwww.plymouthmuseum.gov.uk01752 304774

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The highlight of Plymouth’s local produce is without a doubt its seafood, and the Barbican and Sutton Harbour is the perfect place to sample it. With fresh fi sh and shellfi sh hauled in off the boats in the harbour every day, you won’t fi nd it fresher anywhere else.

Food lovers will enjoy the return of our two major food festivals in 2015, the ever popular Flavour Fest, the largest free food & drink festival in the South West set in the heart of Plymouth City Centre, with over 120 traders selling some of the fi nest, freshest food available, as well as the Plymouth Seafood Festival situated within The Barbican and Sutton Harbour, boasting a mix of fresh seafood and organic products this is one not to be missed.

If you can’t wait to get your hands on some fi ne local produce a more regular occurrence is the Good Food Market at the historic Royal William Yard, which takes place on the fi rst Sunday of every month, this is a great way to indulge in some local produce whilst taking in the sights and sounds of the historic Naval yard, now a bustling centre of cosmopolitan restaurants and events.

The West End of the City Centre is home to Plymouth City Market, an indoor market selling a variety of exciting food to satisfy your taste buds all year round.

Whether you fancy fi sh and chips while on the quayside or fi ne dining you will fi nd an array of restaurants across the city and waterfront.

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If you like to shop till you drop then Plymouth will not disappoint, one of the largest shopping centres in the region Plymouth boasts a huge range of fashion retailers and smaller independent boutiques.

Drake Circus shopping centre is the place for high-street stores, covering three fl oors of undercover shopping where you can shop rain or shine. Throughout the rest of the city centre you will fi nd department stores and smaller shops and cafes. If you are after something more individual the city market and west end offer a range of independent retailers for every taste.

For art lovers a short walk to the historic Barbican and Sutton Harbour and its cobbled streets will reveal a selection of small art galleries, antique shops and jewellers. Set on the harbour you can relax after some shopping in one of the harbourside bars or café’s.

Plymouth is a city which offers more than just shopping it’s an experience from high-street to harbourside; it’s a shopping destination unlike any other.

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TRAVELWhether you are planning on travelling by car, bus or train there are plenty of options to suit your needs.

CAR PARKSCity Centre - There are 20 car parks in and around the city centre providing thousands of parking spaces for shoppers. As well as Drake Circus we have the Civic Centre, Colin Campbell Court, Derry’s Cross and the Theatre Royal car parks to name a few. If you are looking to save the pennies our cheapest car park is Western Approach (near Toys R Us) offering a day’s parking at £5. Barbican and Sutton Harbour – Park up at the Harbour, Elphinstone or Lambhay Hill car parks for parking close to the waterfront. Royal William Yard – There is limited parking available in the yard. Visitors can park at the Theatre Royal car park and catch the number 34 bus from Royal Parade.Visit: plymouth.gov.uk/parking for more information.

SKIPPER DAY TICKETAny bus, anywhere, anytime! This bus ticket gives you the freedom to get on and off any bus in the city, as many times as you wish, for a whole day! Tickets can be purchased on thebus from any participating operators.Valid throughout the whole of Plymouth,including Torpoint, Saltash, Roborough,Langage, Ivybridge and Wembury.Visit: plymouth.gov.uk/skipper

TRAINCome to Plymouth by train and enjoy a day out. The station is located only a ten minute walk from the heart of Plymouth City Centre with direct services from many cities. For details and tickets Visit: nationalrail.co.uk or call: 08457 48 49 50

FERRIESThe water taxi from Mountbatten is a direct route straight into the Barbican and Sutton Harbour. Visit: plymouth.gov.uk/mountbattn for more information.

If you are travelling from Cornwall to theRoyal William Yard the Cremyll Ferry isquick and direct into Stonehouse. Visit: cremyll-ferry.co.uk for more information. Our Millbay Docks is Plymouth’s European Gateway and is in walking distance to the City Centre making it a great destina-tion for visitors from France. Visit: brittany-ferries.co.uk

PARK AND RIDEFirst Devon and Cornwall operate three park and ride sites in Plymouth; Coypool, the George and Milehouse. Services are every 10 to 12 minutes (can be up to 15 minutes at certain times) Monday to Saturday. Fares are from £1.90 return

The Park and Ride stops on Royal Parade in the heart of the City Centre, just a short walk to the Barbican and Sutton Harbour.

Visit: plymouth.gov.uk/parkandride for more information.


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