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Drake Circus

Things to do at Drake Circus this Christmas

With more than 60 places to shop, eat and be merry this Christmas and over 1,270 parking spaces - get planning your perfect festive day out at Drake Circus and The Barcode.

Whether you’re planning some Christmas family fun, a day of Christmas shopping with friends or a winter get together with loved ones – your inspiration starts here.

From the very best gifts to the tastiest...

It's the most thoughtful time of the year

Plymouth’s Real Ideas serves up an extensive programme including Tim Peake, Christmas crafting and local business-focussed festive markets for one and all

The festive season is in full swing and across both of their beautiful Plymouth venues, the city’s Real Ideas team has been working hard to create a programme of festive events and experiences that will enchant, inspire, educate and charm...

Santa and his sleigh are back to bring Christmas cheer to the streets of Okehampton

National housebuilder Redrow South West is sponsoring the Okehampton Christmas sleigh drive-by for the third year in a row. The much-loved annual event organised by the Okehampton Round table takes place throughout the festive season until 19 December.

The event aims to bring Christmas cheer and treats to children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to see Santa.

The...

East Devon District Council pull out all the stops to Keep Santa Jolly this Christmas

What could be more magical and festive than East Devon's high streets, with all the sights, sounds and smells that make this the most wonderful time of the year, as the lights switch on, a festive season begins.

As the High Streets of East Devon come alive, we’re aiming to keep Santa jolly and on top of his nice list. According to the big man himself (pictured, AKA Cllr John Loudoun...

RGB Building Supplies is thinking of others this winter

After having to restrict visits to loved ones last Christmas, many families are planning big celebrations this festive period, but there are some who will be alone. RGB Building Supplies is encouraging people to be part of its ‘Keeping you in mind’ campaign.

Between Wednesday 1st and Wednesday 15th December, the builders merchant is inviting people to write a message on a postcard, or...

One hundred Christmas trees to light up Great Barn for Buckland Abbey’s ‘River of Light’

On Saturday 4 December, the medieval Great Barn at Buckland Abbey, near Plymouth opens its doors for Christmas 2021 with over a hundred twinkly trees and watery light illuminations. The ‘River of Light’ illuminations in the Great Barn have been inspired by the Cistercian monks who founded Buckland Abbey nearly 800 years ago and first arrived at their home by navigating their way along the...

Christmas at The Box

The Box, Plymouth’s award-winning museum, art gallery and archive is promising a festive season to remember for all the family! Visitors can craft their own decorations, gift wrap and even hand-made presents at Christmas workshops, enjoy a special breakfast with Santa and a special late-night opening designed for children and adults of all ages, rounded off with festive treats at The Box...

Plymouth people coming together to fight COVID-19 restrictions to bring Christmas to those in need

A group of local people has set out to raise £2,500 to bring Christmas to people in need in Plymouth. The idea was the brainchild of local businessman Paul Shannon who owns and runs Be Unique, a personal training gym in Cattedown. “When I heard that many people who access the Plymouth soup run and Shekinah wouldn’t get a sit down Christmas meal this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, I felt...

Nutcracker story to sparkle with over 48,000 lights at Saltram this Christmas

The National Trust’s Saltram will be bringing some festive sparkle to the ground floor of the Georgian mansion near Plymouth. A staggering 48,460 lights will be adorning the huge Christmas trees inside the house, with the grand rooms elaborately decorated to tell the story of the Nutcracker. Booking will be essential with limited tickets to visit the display inside the house and garden until...

Calling East Devon Christmas shoppers to Please Stop Here

East Devon District Council has launched a Christmas campaign to encourage all residents to shop locally for all their Christmas gifts and food this year.

A study* shows that half of UK adults plan to make the most of Christmas 2021, with 30% of locals in the South West intending to spend more money than last year. East Devon District Council is working with local businesses and high...

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