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Plymouth Guides

Practical guides to Britain's Ocean City — what to see, where to eat, how to get here, and what it costs.

Free Things to Do in Plymouth

A local's guide to the best free days out in Plymouth — the Hoe, the Barbican, The Box, beaches, parks and more.
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Plymouth with Kids: A Family Guide

Where to take children in Plymouth — aquarium, beaches, soft play, museums and rainy-day options that actually work.
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Getting to Plymouth: Trains, Coaches, Driving and Parking

How to reach Plymouth by train, coach, car or ferry — plus where to park and what it costs.
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Live Music in Plymouth: A Guide to the Venues

Where to see live music in Plymouth — from arena shows at the Pavilions to grassroots gigs and free pub sessions.
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Christmas in Plymouth: The Complete Guide

Plymouth's Christmas markets, ice rink, festive trails and light switch-on — what's on and when.
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Eating and Drinking in Plymouth

Where to eat and drink in Plymouth — the Barbican, Royal William Yard, the city centre and the local specialities worth trying.
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Plymouth Hoe: What to See and Do

A guide to Plymouth Hoe — Smeaton's Tower, Tinside Lido, the war memorials, and the events held there through the year.
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Plymouth in a Day: A Walking Itinerary

A practical one-day walking route through Plymouth taking in The Box, the Barbican, the Hoe and Royal William Yard.
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