A leading housing association has pledged to deliver around 709 affordable homes in rural communities across the South West over the next three years, reinforcing its commitment to supporting some of the region's most remote and economically vital areas.
LiveWest, part of Bromford Flagship LiveWest (BFL), has outlined its ambitious rural development plans as the housing sector marks...
Art Fund Museum of the Year 2026 finalist The Box Plymouth is inviting audiences from across the South West to enjoy a vibrant ‘Summer of Expression’ featuring new exhibitions, family-friendly activities and inspiring displays showcasing the region’s creative talent.
At the heart of the season are two major shows: Echoes of Us (20 June-20 September) and Gillian Ayres: A Life in...
A care home nurse from Plymouth is celebrating after winning a prestigious national award for supporting care at a complex dementia nursing home.
Abby Lord, a care home nurse at Amica Care Trust’s Ernstell House, in Plymouth, was named winner of the highly coveted Social Care Nursing category, at this year’s Markel 3rd Sector Care Awards .
Theatre Royal Plymouth and Crossroads Pantomimes , the world’s biggest pantomime producer, have announced that pop icon and stage star Will Young will headline this year’s pantomime as The Fairy Godfather in Cinderella , running from Friday 4 December 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027 .
Will Young has spent the last two decades at the forefront of British pop after bursting onto the...
On Friday 8th May, a brand-new dome version of ‘Our Story with David Attenborough’ will premiere in Plymouth’s state-of-the-art Market Hall Dome. The launch of this new adaptation of the immersive experience coincides with the master storyteller’s 100th birthday, sharing his message of how important we all are in writing our planet’s next chapter.
Plymouth homelessness charity Path, is proud to announce the opening of its third ‘MARS’ (Multi-Agency Rough Sleeper) House - a specialist supported property offering a safe and stable home for people who have been rough sleeping in Plymouth.
The property, purchased in December 2025, provides private en-suite rooms for residents who have faced the harsh realities of street...
Two new life-sized sculptures inspired by Beryl Cook’s much-loved painting Hips and Chips have been unveiled today near the Belvedere on Plymouth Hoe, adding to the growing trail across the waterfront and city centre that celebrates her life and work.
Dating from the 1970s, the original painting is a characteristically humorous everyday scene with two women and a man dressed in...
Friendship and confidence are amongst the most valuable lessons learnt at school according to parents surveyed in Plymouth – and 78% of parents have found school to help with their child’s confidence.
School is where lifelong friendships begin, and nine out of 10 (90%) parents said their child’s school friendships extend beyond the classroom, helping to boost their confidence and...
Race nights may last three hours, but building a speedway team takes months.
As Plymouth Gladiators gear up for the new campaign, team manager Garry May offers an insight into the planning, people and philosophy behind the scenes and why team spirit, trust and entertainment are just as important as points on the track.
Garry, a lot of people only see you on race nights...
The Box has been selected as Museum in Residence at Downing Street for 2026, bringing Plymouth's remarkable artistic and maritime heritage to the nation's most iconic address.
The prestigious partnership with the Government Art Collection will see nine paintings from The Box displayed in Downing Street throughout the year, introducing world leaders, government officials, and...
