Plymouth

Discharge Assessment Unit garden is transformed

The garden at the Discharge Assessment Unit (DAU) at Mount Gould has recently been transformed.

Nevada Construction, Ward Williams Associates and Co Create Architects spent the day renovating the outdoor space outside Saltram and Lopes wards, making it a more enjoyable space for staff and patients to use.

Associate Director for Nevada, Colin Aldworth, said: “It was great to...

Project NightEye: Tackling violence against women and girls

Devon & Cornwall Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner are committed to tackling violence against women and girls, wherever it happens - not least on a night out, which everyone should be able to enjoy without fear of crime.

This has led to the creation of Project NightEye, a policing approach that makes the evening and night-time a hostile environment for men intent on...

Complete your back-to-school checklist with an eye test

Plymouth opticians are warning that children’s poor eyesight can cause learning and behaviour problems if left untreated.

As the summer holidays draw to a close, Specsavers Plymouth is raising awareness of the importance of good vision to children’s education.

Good eyesight is vital for children, with regular check-ups being the best way to spot any problems and treat them...

Celebrate National Cinema Day with £3 tickets at Vue Plymouth

For one day only, tickets at Vue Plymouth will be specially reduced to just £3

This Saturday (2 September) marks National Cinema Day and to celebrate the occasion, Vue is offering discount ticket prices on all films to just £3*.

It’s the perfect chance for film fans to catch Equalizer 3 , which sees Denzel Washington return to the role of Robert McCall as he struggles to reconcile...

James Greenacre appointed as Director of External Affairs at Theatre Royal Plymouth

Theatre Royal Plymouth are delighted to announce the appointment of James Greenacre who will take up the role of Director of External Affairs in September, joining the theatre’s Executive team.

James joins TRP from Plymouth Argyle Football Club where he has spent the majority of his business career. Currently Argyle’s Head of Commercial, James has played a crucial role as the club...

Plymouth Laureate of Words: Public vote now open

The public vote for the next Plymouth Laureate of Words is now open for people to cast their vote online.

Plymouth has a rich history of literary connections and a burgeoning literature scene with a variety of writing groups and a welcoming community of live readers and performers.

Following Laura Horton’s successful term in the role, a shortlist of four exciting candidates...

Ultimate Wedding Planner star suffers secret heartbreak while filming BBC show

A contestant on the BBC’s high-profile wedding reality show had to battle tragic family news as she planned the happiest day for couples. Yasmin Downing, from Plymouth, has revealed that she had to help arrange her beloved grandmother’s funeral at the same time she was competing with eight other hopefuls on the Ultimate Wedding Planner which launched last night. “It was devastating when my...

The Box announced as UK partner for National Gallery’s Bicentenary Commission with artist Jeremy Deller

The Triumph of Art , the National Gallery’s commission to round off its Bicentenary year, has announced the partners it will be working with, to develop, produce and deliver the project – and The Box is one of them. Turner Prize-winning artist Jeremy Deller will be celebrating festivals, gatherings, and art in the public realm, in this UK-wide performance work.

The Box will join...

Students at Plymouth High School for Girls Sixth Form celebrate their A-Level results

Students and staff at Plymouth High School for Girls, located on St Lawrence Road and part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, are celebrating after receiving their A-Level results.

It has been another year of A level successes. Students and staff have worked incredibly hard throughout the last two years and they have been rewarded with some outstanding grades. Plymouth High are...

From Castle to Football Club: Britain’s Ocean City Showcases Exceptional Venues 

Plymouth’s exceptional event venues from a private castle to the local football club are being showcased at a trade exhibition next month (September).

The city’s impressive museum, gallery and archive, The Box , will host the event which features a wide range of hotels, venues and suppliers.

Potential clients looking for the perfect conference, meeting or event space, are...

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