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From The Hoe and the Waterfront Walkway to Jennycliff, Wembury and the Plym estuary, this guide brings together autumn routes, landmarks and practical stops for a drink. It also covers access notes, ferry options and current route checks.
Bill Fornaciari traces Plymouth's food-shopping history from the Pavesi family's 1892 store through the era of Italian family shops to the arrival of the big chains, with Perry's Market still trading after 71 years.
A practical look at Finders Keepers Vintage & Vinyl in Plymouth’s Old Village, covering its vintage clothing, records, memorabilia, atmosphere and pricing. The post also includes the address, opening hours and useful details before visiting.
Pennywell Farm's Pumpkin Festival runs from 26 September to 1 November, 9am to 4pm, with all tickets bookable online in advance. A ticket covers the pumpkin patch, trails, animal encounters, rides and play areas, with a half-hourly activity schedule and plenty of food and drink on site.
A guide to Theatre Royal Plymouth's autumn half term programme, from The Colour of Dinosaurs and its 8-11 workshop to A Tale of Us, The Littlest Yak and King Arthur, plus booking, family rates and the early Christmas line-up.
A friendly guide to Plymouth’s traditional drinking spots, from the historic Minerva Inn and Fisherman’s Arms to the Dolphin, Hyde Park and the Barbican’s Plymouth Gin Distillery. It includes local history, beer details and current opening information where available.
Maritimo Wine & Tapas Bar on Hoe Road, Plymouth, serves authentic Spanish tapas, seafood paella and Spanish wines all year round, with two floors, a balcony overlooking Plymouth Sound and a vegan-friendly menu. Open roughly 12pm to 10pm daily, it takes credit cards, delivery and take-away.
A guide to Theatre Royal Plymouth's family half term programme, with The Colour of Dinosaurs, A Tale of Us and King Arthur running late October to 1 November, plus booking info and family rates.
Plymouth Hoe's free Bonfire Night event runs from 4pm to 10pm on Thursday 5 November, with a bonfire at 7pm and fireworks from the Royal Citadel at 7.30pm. Covers timings, road closures, parking and nearby landmarks.
A look at The People's Gallery, the 80-painting street art installation on hoardings opposite The Box in Plymouth city centre, put together by Plymouth Artists Together with council support and contributors aged six to 88.
