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Thirst Project improves the experience of children having surgery

Staff from our Plym Children’s Theatres have recently introduced a project within the Trust, aiming to improve the experience of children having surgery.

Known as the ‘Thirst Project’, the aim is to allow children to drink clear fluids up to an hour before their operation, resulting in reduced stress response, post-op nausea and vomiting, as well as improving cooperativeness....

Back updated Plan for Libraries council leader urges

The leader of Plymouth City Council has made an impassioned appeal to fellow councillors to vote for the updated Plan for Libraries to unlock £250,000 investment, create a fairer access to services across the city and a more modern offer for users.

Speaking ahead of the Full Council on Monday, Council leader Ian Bowyer said: “We have done our utmost to create a package that will take...

Sentimental jewellery taken in burglary

Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Ivybridge Monday 12 June.

The offence took place between 8am and 8pm on Monday 12 June at a property in the Hazeldene Close area, on Plymouth Road in Ivybridge.

The offender caused damage to a window and gained entry to the property.

During the theft, the offender stole sentimental family jewellery which...

Centre court comes to Plymouth

The city centre will be transformed for the Wimbledon fortnight – from July 3 to 16 - with the Big Screen showing every grunt and backspin as the world’s tennis elite battle it out for supremacy.

The tension will be palpable as the likes of Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal and Venus Williams fight for every ace and advantage.

And hundreds are expected to gather to watch the world’s...

Maritime Memories Machine launches

The National Maritime Museum (NMM) has launched the Maritime Memories Machine, a touring pop-up van that will travel the country asking the public to share their stories, connections and memories of the sea. The collected stories will contribute to one of four major new galleries opening at the museum in 2018.

The next stop on the tour will be Plymouth, where the machine will appear...

Wimbledon Fever hits Royal William Yard

To celebrate Wimbledon Royal William Yard will have a tennis twist for the next two weeks.

The award-winning Good Food Market will feature Wimbledon cookies from Karen’s Cakes as well as great local produce from local traders this Sunday, July 2nd around the Factory Cooperage or on the Lawn.

The monthly market, which hosts over 60 regular stallholders, is now the biggest food...

Plymouth theatre project nominated for major award

An art event commemorating the centenary of the Battle of the Somme, supported by the Theatre Royal Plymouth, is in line for a prestigious accolade after reaching the finals of the National Lottery Awards.

‘We’re here because we’re here,’ commissioned by 14-18 NOW and created by Jeremy Deller, is competing against six others in the Best Heritage Project category. They beat off stiff...

Luke Pollard MP holds open meeting for constituents

Luke Pollard the newly elected MP for Plymouth Sutton & Devonport will be holding an Open Meeting for Constituents at Keyham Green Spaces Community Centre, 163 Renown Street, Keyham, Plymouth, PL2 2DT between 2:30 and 4:30 on Saturday 1st July 2017.

Luke said: “When I was speaking to people during the election campaign they told me that they find Politicians remote and that they...

Andrew Logan sculpture comes to Buckland Abbey

An exhibition of contemporary art by the renowned sculptor Andrew Logan will open on Saturday 1 July at the National Trust’s Buckland Abbey in Devon.

The Art of Reflection, Andrew Logan at Buckland Abbey interprets the history and spirit of the abbey in 18 Logan sculptures, placed in 13 selected locations throughout the house and gardens, including the Great Barn, Kitchen Garden and...

Plymouth hosts another summer of Ping!

It’s a hit! Ping! is back and bigger than ever, bringing outdoor fun and activity to public spaces across Plymouth and all over England.

Twenty-four towns and cities are welcoming table tennis tables this summer, providing free equipment and encouraging everyone to grab a bat and ball and get playing.

Ping! makes table tennis more accessible by taking the game into places...

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