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Editor Liz Miller Design Mike BakerProduction Nick Parkinson, Bradley WicksContributors Robert Bellwood, Rob Bone, Gemma Bray, Danielle Brett, Alex Burnhill, Corinne Bygrave, Sam East, Jake Findley, Aaron Greenaway, Bradley Gue, Gareth Hack, Stuart Kemp, Jess Morcom, Ole Norman, Hannah Perks, Alice Peters, Jack Sherlock, Tom Sleeman, Bryony Smith With thanks to Everyone who helped, coffee, the people of Plymouth, University of St Mark & St John, Kingfisher Print & Design Ltd, Onshore Media (Plymouth), Instagram, Rockets and Rascals, National Marine Aquarium, St Luke’s Hospice, Dartmoor Zoo, Plymouth Arts CentreEditorial While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information at time of going to press, Sound Magazine does not accept liability for any errors or omissions contained herein. Views expressed in the individual articles within Sound Magazine are those of the contributors and are not necessarily shared by the publishers or University of St Mark & St John, who are not responsible for any breach of copyright in the material supplied to Sound Magazine.Images The images used in this publication were created by the contributors, or used under Creative Commons licence, in which case, the photographers are credited where possible.Fonts With thanks to the creators of Blenda Script, Berlin, Lane, Raleway, Montserrat Subrayada – you made us look good.Awesome (additional) images J Lippold, James Evans, Marianne Bevis, Tom BullockCover image J LippoldPrinted by Kingfisher Print and Design Ltd, Wills Road, Totnes, Devon TQ9 5XN. T: 01803 867087 W: www.kingfisherprint.co.uk Contact us [email protected] us @Soundofplymouth

You’re holding in your hands a brand-new magazine, unless you

found it on a park bench, in which case some of these words may have been used before.

Either way, welcome to Sound! It has been written and produced by second-year Journalism, Sport Journalism and Media Production students at the University of St Mark & St John in Plymouth. We wanted to make a free thing which would be useful to visitors to our fair city and locals alike, so hopefully you can find something in here which you didn’t know before.

And we have tried to include something for all ages; whether you’re part of a young family (see page 35), a couple with an afternoon to kill (page 16), a sports nut (page 28), film buff (pages 42 and 50), happy snapper (page

12) or dedicated follower of fashion (page 24, but also 6 if you remember the Sixties). With any luck, you’ll be able to plan your whole summer in Plymouth using our guide.

We are very grateful to the university’s vice-chancellor, Prof Cara Aitchison, for funding this project and allowing our teaching team the chance to provide some nice industry

experience for our students – everything in here was written by them and most of the pics were taken using the jazzy kit we provide as part of the course.

We really hope you enjoy our little magazine – please tell us on

Twitter at @Soundofplymouth (but stay away, haters) – and that the sun gets his or her hat on long enough for you to have a Sound summer...

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FamilySummer means school holidays, unless you can pay the fines, so here are a few activity ideas to help out when you’re running short on tether P35

CultureOh yeah, we can do the arts here at Sound. We know this much: there is an awful lot going on this summer and we want you to be in on it P40

Food & drinkEveryone wants to know where to go, what to eat, who to eat with, who should pay and what to drink with it all. Fear not, we have the answers P46

FilmsTime to put your pants on top of your trousers folks, superhero summer is here. Alternatively, you can put on your jumper and watch a movie outside P50

ListingsThis was going to be just a listings mag, but that can get a little boring. So we stuck some listings at the back to show you what could have been P52

Style We bet you look good on the dancefloor. But how to do so on the high street, coastal path, or BBQ gathering? Let us be your own Gok Wan P24

Days outWhat to do during a whole Plymouth summer? Well, thank goodness a lot of the best things about our city are free – unless you want ice creams P12

ActiveLeather on willow, tennis string on tennis ball, pint of lager on picnic table ... just some of the sporting noises you might exepect to hear P28

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During the 60s the Beatles visited Plymouth a handful of times and two of these trips would see the group perform live at the ABC Cinema, now known as the Reel Cinema.

Situated at Derry’s Cross, the venue played host to John, Paul, George and Ringo and hundreds of screaming fans and local media.

The group came to the city after an overnight stop in Exeter and the Plymouth visit was the tenth date of the band’s 1963 autumn tour.

rguably one of the world’s greatest ever groups, The Beatles, came down to Devon a few times

during their legendary pop career. During one of those trips in

September 1967, the fab four were photographed by David Redfern sitting on the grass at Plymouth Hoe and enjoying the epic view.

The band were taking a quick break from filming The Magical Mystery Tour which would see the group travel further down the country to Liskeard and Bodmin in Cornwall.

Redfern’s image has become one of the most iconic photos in Beatles history and was the inspiration behind a recent art installation situated exactly where the fab four once sat.

Plymouth City Council in partnership with Plymouth Culture delivered the public art project that was created by artist metalsmiths, Thrussell & Thrussell. Based on Bodmin Moor, the artist duo produced and installed copper bum moulds with the help of top UK Beatles tribute act, The Fab Beatles. The moulds feature a textured design and motifs that were inspired by the 1960’s.

The Beatle Bums art installation will offer fans the chance to

recreate the moment that John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr sat and overlooked one of the best views Plymouth has to offer.

Jodie Bishop, art officer (public art) from Plymouth City Council, said: “Through work such as this and other public art projects taking place across the city, we are hoping to raise the profile of Plymouth as a fantastic place to visit and live.

“Projects such as this also provide opportunities for artists and celebrate and develop the creativity and culture of the city.”

This interactive art project celebrates a photograph that was taken nearly 50 years ago and acknowledges a moment in time where Plymouth played a part in musical history.

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Want to recreate a moment in pop culture history right here in Plymouth? Visitors and locals alike can now picture themselves in the most famous band photo ever taken in our city

The set for the tour consisted of 10 songs that included tracks such as She Loves You and Twist And Shout.

Returning to the same venue a year later in October 1964 the band played two shows and got paid £850 (equivalent to over £10,000 today).

Sadly, the fab four wouldn’t per-form in the city again but instead briefly visited Plymouth Hoe during the making of ‘The Magical Mystery Tour’ in 1967.

This trip wasn’t scheduled be-cause the Beatles were set to visit and film at a village fair in Wide-combe-in the-Moor, on Dartmoor, but their coach became stuck un-der a bridge and they were forced to abandon plans and headed to Plymouth instead.

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oe-ly cow! It’s that time of year again where thousands gather to celebrate great music and

(hopefully) sunshine. Of course, we’re talking about

MTV Crashes, which hits the shores of Plymouth for the third consecutive year this summer.

Kicking off on July 28th, the two-day event sees chart toppers Rudimental and triple-Brit nominated Jess Glynne headlining on day one, with Example and Tough Love confirmed for Club MTVs day two takeover.

After last year’s monumental success, featuring impressive performances by Little Mix, Kodaline and Tinie Tempah, Rudimental are looking forward to storming the city. “We can’t wait for MTV Crashes Plymouth in July. Who doesn’t love a party next to the sea! See you there!” say the lads.

Jess Glynne is also excited by her trip to the South West. “I’m so happy to be playing MTV Crashes Plymouth! The

line up is wicked, I love the Rudimental boys. It’s going to be awesome and I can’t wait to get down there!”

Coming back for more is Example, who rocked the Hoe during the first MTV Crashes in 2014. He’ll be on stage for Club MTV. “I can’t wait to be performing in front of a massive crowd and looking over the sea!” he says. “I was there in 2014 and it was an incredible line up and I had an amazing time and I’m really excited to do it all over again!”

UK dance duo, Tough Love, is also part of the Club MTV line up following their growing success on the house scene with breakthrough track ‘So Freakin’ Tight’. Alex and Stefan, who make up the duo, are counting down the days. “Last year’s MTV Crashes at Plymouth looked amazing and we can’t wait to be part of the action this year.”

Get in the mood with MTV Crashes warm-up playlist http://www.mtv.co.uk/mtv-crashes-plymouth/videos/mtv-crashes-plymouth-2016-warm-up-playlist

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With top acts Rudimental and Jess Glynne performing on The Hoe this year, MTV Crashes

is set to be another storming day out right on the doorstep. Who doesn’t love a party by the sea? Tickets are available through Plymouth

Pavilions and can be purchased for either night or as a bundle. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult on Day One and Day Two is for 16 and overs only.

Day One and Day Two tickets are £14.50 each with a two day ticket for £27 (including booking fee). The VIP tickets have sold out. Both days start at 3.30pm. Tickets are available from The Ticket Store on 0845 146 1460 or www.plymouthpavilions.com/mtvcrashes

There are three gates for access: Gate A at The Bowling Club by Citadel Road, Gate B at The Holiday Inn by Citadel Road and Gate C at Hoe Road via Madeira Road on the waterfront.

Alcohol will be available from licensed bars within the concert arena. No alcohol will be served to under-18s and photographic ID may be required. No food and drink to be taken onto the site, with the exception of plastic 500ml water bottles with unbroken seals. There will be onsite cash facilities and plenty of toilets.

Plymouth City Council has teamed up with Big Green Coach to offer low-cost travel to the event from Exeter, Camborne, Falmouth, Liskeard, Newquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Penzance, Redruth, St Austell, Torquay and Truro.

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Festival alternativesNo cash for Creamfields? Gutted about

Glasto? No worries, Brad Gue brings you the pick of the local alternatives, where you can

dig yer shins for a fraction of the price

Land of Light This weekend camping festival, which is held in three fields in Milton Abbot, near Plymouth, offers all the best in house and electronic dance music and blends international and local acts.

The line up includes German duo, Sander and Block, South West DJ Dan Kelly aka Beat Maneuva, exciting newcomer MODAA, Kenny Hectyc, Devon DJs FourFour, Andy Webb and Wallis Ryan.

Tickets are £25 for a full weekend (£40 camping, including parking) and £15 for the day. Gates are open at 11am for campers on both days, and midday for non-campers. www.land-of-light.co.uk

Glas-Denbury As the name suggests, this festival is inspired by one of the nation’s biggest, Glastonbury, but you won’t be struggling to get a ticket for this charming event, just outside Newton Abbot.

Held on Fairfield Farm, Denbury, this family-friendly festival, which aims to showcase the best of the West Country’s music scene, kicks off on July 15 at 5.30pm until 12.30am and also runs on July 16 from 9.30am to 12.30am.

Acts confirmed for this year include Sam Fearon, Alex Hart, Allie Humphrey, Andy Quick’s Flying Orchestra, Antimatador, Company B, Dr and the Medics, Freshly Squeezed, Matt Sellors and many more.

Organisers are committed to keeping down food and drink costs and boast “wallet-friendly” bars as well as plenty of activities to entertain the children. An adult weekend pass is £50 (£70 with camping), while a 13 to 18 year old weekend pass is £50. Under 12s get in for £1. Day passes are £25 for Saturday and £35 for Sunday. www.glas-denbury.co.uk

ChagstockIt started as a micro-festival in 2003 and now attracts over 5,000 people to the site in Whiddon Down, near Chagford, to see a great line up of big name acts.

This year headliners are legendary punk band, The

Stranglers, on Saturday night and folk hero Donovan on Friday night, plus other acts including Easy Star All-Stars, The Blockheads, Ferocious Dog, Cattle & Cane, Tankus The Henge, Black Static and Rews. Held in support of WaterAid and the Devon Air Ambulance Trust, Chag-

stock will be on July 22 and 23 and tickets cost £85 for the full festival

for an adult (including camping) and £250 for a family (two adults and two youths). Under 12s are free with paying adults. Other ticket options are available. A shuttle bus

runs from Chagford. www.chagstock.info

LemonfestA short drive or train ride away from Plymouth, Newton Abbot puts on a one-day boutique festival on the racecourse that oozes with creative and independent character. Starting out as a big party in the town, Lemonfest has grown to encompass six arenas and stages hosting over 50 acts a year.

This year’s line up includes Alabama 3, famous for its awesome Soprano’s opening soundtrack, local favourites Mad Dog Mcrea, Beardyman, The Hot & Brass Band, Kiki Bun, The Computers and The Church.

Happening on Saturday June 4 from 11am until midnight, general admission tickets are £25 and £35 with camping (under 12s are free with a paying adult).

www.lemonfest.co.uk

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4. Plymouth Hoe Memorial: ‘Pride’ - Sometimes your typical tourist inspired photo can be effective. 5. Plymouth Hoe: ‘Lighthouse’ - Use your landscape, perspective and patterns can make all the difference. 6. Plymouth Hoe: ‘The Guiding Light’ - Look up! Not everything is right in front of you.

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1. Brittany Ferry Port: ‘Hole in the wall’ - Look for unusual ways to frame your photo.2. The Waterfront: ‘Cannon’ - Historical objects always tell stories, so keep an eye out for them.3. Barbican: ‘Side streets’ - Architecture can be your best friend, especially brick work.

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127. Barbican: ‘Cobbled Streets’ - Always explore, not everything is where you expect it to be.8. Barbican: ‘Sea view’ - Adding a person to the shot can create a new perspective. 9. The Sundial: ‘Time’ - Industrial areas can provide that perfect Instagram snap.

10. Plymouth Hoe: ‘Flag poles’ - Rows of objects can add length to your images.11. Royal William Yard Harbour: ‘The Gangway’ - Add symmetry to the shot.12. Armada Way: ‘Spring Has Sprung’ - Play around with unusual focal points.

Plymouth offers lots to the casual Instagrammer. We’ve scoured Britain’s

ocean city to find the best locations and techniques to help give your feed that

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days outdays out29 Commando Royal Artillery’s Feu de Joie, the Devonport Field Gun’s Association, junior field gun competition and an afternoon airshow.

Evening stage entertainment starts at 5.30pm and runs to 10.30pm. Acts include the Military Wives Choir, Royal Marine Band, Plymouth, Phil Collins tribute, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers and The Birmingham Blues Brothers. www.plymoutharmedforcesday.co.uk

Flavour Fest

One of the South West’s largest food and drink festival returns to the city centre piazza on June 3 to June 5, showcasing some of the best produce of the area.

Sponsored by Column Bakehouse, this three-day event includes cooking demonstrations from celebrity and local chefs, food stalls and workshops.

Now in its 13th year, Flavour Fest celebrates the burgeoning food and

drink industry in the region and is expected to attract thousands of visitors with a variety of exciting, and tasty, events.

Local BBC celebs David Fitzgerald and Simon Bates will be competing in the Ready Steady Cook challenge on the piazza on Friday lunchtime and there will be a new Continental Market at Place de Brest with food and drink from around the world.

Firework spectacular

Plymouth is the home of the annual British Firework Championship, which

is great news for residents and visitors, because it means two evenings of explosive displays in the city for free.

This year the event, on August 16 and 17, sees six professional firework companies releasing all their biggest bangers and rockets to try and win this prestigious competition.

Those companies picked in the draw for the competition by Plymouth City Council are: Aurora Fireworks, F1 Pyrotechnics, Phoenix Fireworks, Gala Fireworks, Distant Thunder Fireworks and Smart Pyrotechnics.

Competitors set up their displays on the Mount Batten Breakwater and the best viewing spots are on Plymouth Hoe and the Citadel. To get a prime location you have to arrive early evening. The Queen Anne’s Battery and the Jennycliffe areas are also good viewing points.

Entertainment starts around 6pm with live music on the Heart Radio stage, fairground rides and refreshment stalls. The first firework displays are let off around 9.30pm as dusk falls.

www.britishfireworks.co.uk

Armed Forces Day

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ALLWe do like getting something for nothing here at Sound, which is why we love summer in Plymouth so much

Words: Jake Findley & Danielle Brett

Plymouth’s annual Armed Forces Weekend on June 25 and 26, has always

been a great day out for people of all ages and this year’s event

will be bigger than ever.. Over 50,000 people

attended in 2015 and the weekend, in association with Babcock International,

aims to attract an even larger crowd with a

number of new additions to the schedule.

Armed Forces Weekend is designed for the public, local community and interested organisations to show their support for serving troops, service families, veterans and cadets.

Over the two days, there will be showcase villages from the Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and the Emergency Services and a number of interactive equipment, displays and military vehicles, including a static Merlin helicopter.

New events include The Rifles freedom of the City parade,


here’s no doubt that it is easy to have fun by spending lots of money. Whether it’s splurging £50 for a meal at the latest restaurant or £30 on a

cinema trip, you can easily burn through the notes in this city.According to Tripadviser, Plymouth has 115 Restaurants,

47 sights and landmarks, 32 outdoor activities, 35 parks and 122 bars and clubs, so there’s plenty of places to spend your cash. But, my challenge is to see if twenty quid for a whole day out in town with my partner is enough to still have fun. I want to explore Plymouth and find the best places to enjoy for free or a fraction of the price of the regular chains.

10:00am We began our date in the centre of Plymouth by taking a walk past numerous high street chains, which could have blown the £20 budget before we’d even started. Going into the shops would have given the date a really different feel so I’m actually glad we didn’t. Instead we walked towards the Barbican which is ten minutes from the city centre shopping area.

10:15am The Barbican is a key part of the historic maritime heritage here in Plymouth. We began by exploring the nooks and crannies as well as doing some window shopping. There’s a real sense of exploration around the back streets here with lots of quirky shops and galleries and the hidden Elizabethan Gardens off New Street. There are plenty of al fresco cafes here too if you want to spend some of your money now.

12:00pm After a thorough exploration of the back streets of the Barbican we headed towards the seafront in Plymouth. By walking around the Harbour from one side to the other you can look out to sea from the Mayflower steps.

12:30pmHaving been on the go for a while we needed to spent some of our budget on food. We wanted to stick to Plymouth’s

T Devon roots and had already noticed the Barbican Pasty Shop when we were exploring earlier, so we wandered back to it for lunch. We took our seats at one of the only two tables available and were able to buy two good size pasties and some drinks for just £7.20.

1:00pm Fortified by a good cheap lunch, we now moved on from the Barbican area and continued to follow the seafront path which is a very picturesque walk with some of the best views in Plymouth. We could stop for hours to watch the comings and goings in the Sound – but there’s loads of space left on this page, so...

1:30pmOn arriving at the Hoe and the Terrace Cafe we walked down past the building to sit on one of the few beach areas in Plymouth. It’s not a beach famous for white sands and clear

blue seas but it’s great for skimming stones which is great fun at any age!

2:00pm Climbing back up to the Hoe, we could not fail to spot one of Plymouth’s most famous landmarks, Smeaton’s Tower. Recently refurbished we decided to climb to the top of the 92 steps, paying just £3.60. This, without doubt, was the best thing we did in our day exploring the city.

From the top of the tower there are panoramic views. You can see the heart of the city centre or look out to sea for miles or take in Mount Edgcumbe and Mount Batten. I would struggle to spend so little cash in a better way.

2:40pm We continued walking along Hoe Road and we soon ended up in West Hoe Park a stone’s throw from the seafront. Here we paid £7.00 to play some crazy golf, which was great fun. The course was very quiet, so we were able to enjoy the golf, taking as long as we wanted and re-do a few holes to improve our par, because hey; why not?

3:30pm After the golfing excitement, we took a walk through another area of Plymouth heading past the Army barracks towards Royal William Yard.

4:15pm Part of Plymouth’s Naval Heritage, Royal William Yard has been redeveloped into apartments, bars, galleries, shops and restaurants. As we’re not spending any money we’ve come to take in the great scenery.

4:45pm –After exploring the Yard, we headed toward the Artillery Tower restaurant, but bypassed this for another day. We remained on the Admiral’s path towards a tunnel that leads straight to the sea.

Walking through it you have to admire the beautiful scenery. We took a while to sit down and watch the ships go by. If you time this right it’s the best area in Plymouth to watch the sun set.

So £17.60 was all it cost us to have an amazing day out in Plymouth and I would do it all again tomorrow!

Sound on a budget – the £20 challengeFeeling a little bit skint this summer? Try our day on the town for a tenner a head

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Hidden plymouthdrake’s island

Crownhill Fort

With a prime location overlooking the deepwater channel, ships must pass the iconic Drake’s Island in order to reach Devonport Dockyard.

The island was first mentioned in Plymouth’s archive records around 1135. It was originally known as St Michael’s Island, as a chapel dedicated to the saint was built on the highest ground.

It was renamed St Nicholas Island in the 1800s before it again changed identity in 1950 to honour Plymouth’s most famous bowls player, Sir Francis Drake.

Businessman Dan McCauley has owned the

This mysterious island located in the middle of the Sound had a strategic role defending the coastline during the Second World War...

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island since 1995 and has plans for regeneration, which include the construction of a luxury hotel.

However, the island is home to protected bats and little egrets, which have held up any potential development.

According to local legend, there is a tunnel that runs from Plymouth Hoe to Drake’s Island and for years, urban explorers have been trying to find evidence of this.

Last year, work on West Hoe exposed a tunnel entrance, although there was no link made to the private island.

Mystery continues...

it became a base for the then newly-created Royal Signals Corps.

Crownhill Fort played its part in the Second World War when anti-aircraft guns were positioned in the fort, ready to take on the enemy.

The fort was purchased in 1986 by the Landmark Trust, which has restored it to its original condition.

It now has a variety of uses and facilities including several small businesses, holiday apartments, underground tunnels, and recreated Victorian and Second World War barrack rooms.

Open to the public on the last Friday of each month it is also a wonderful place for children to explore and experience some of its history.

Built in the 1860s, Crownhill is one of a ring of forts designed to defend Plymouth’s Royal Dockyard from being attacked by the French.

The fort has seven sides, with massive ramparts to repel all enemy advances. In 1881 the Director of Artillery and Stores recommended that Crownhill Fort be armed with complete peacetime armaments.

None of these survive but artillery pieces similar to those that would have been used have been reinstated to show what kind of weaponry was used to defend the fort.

During the First World War the fort was used as a recruitment and transport centre for troops being sent to Turkey and Africa. Later

Tucked away behind the main road to Tavistock, Crownhill Fort is a building of historical importance in the city...


Whether you choose to head east or west, here are five each of our favourites from Cornwall and Devon. You’re welcome

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Lansallos Coves, Polperro. Lansallos beach is a peaceful, beautiful cove just a couple of miles west of popular Cornish Town, Polperro. Easy to get to from the city, this is perfect for a day of relaxation, is also great for snorkelling and has a waterfall. Parking is by the church, then follow the footpath for a 20-minute walk down a track. Facilities Cafe, toilets and restaurants are in Polperro Dogs Restricted Easter to OctoberCar One hour from Plymouth

Cawsand and Kingsand BayCawsand is a hidden fishing village, which, along with its next door neighbour, Kingsand

was once known for smuggling. Both villages are part of Mount Edgcumbe park, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. In summer a ferry service connects Cawsand to Plymouth. Facilities Car park, toilets shops and cafés within easy accessDogs Restricted from Easter to OctoberCar 50 minutes from Plymouth

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Polhawn Cove, Whitsand Bay A secluded beach, located at the most easterly extremity of Whitsand Bay – it’s not the easiest path down, so not suitable for pushchairs. It sits under Polhawn Fort, a luxury wedding venue and is a much loved spot by the locals. There is parking at the top of the cliff.Facilities Toilets and cafes a 10-minute drive to CawsandDogs Not allowedCar 50 minutes from Plymouth

Tregonhawke Beach, Whitsand BayTregonhawke beach is also part of Whitsand Bay, in the middle, near the Whitsand Bay holiday park. It is considered to be East Cornwall’s finest beach, and is very popular with surfers. Access to the beach involves steps so maybe not suitable for pushchairs. Tregonhawke is the HQ of the Whitsand Bay surf lifesaving club. Facilities Café and toilets on the beach Dogs Dog-friendly Car 50 minutes from Plymouth

Portwrinkle Beach, Whitsand BayPortwrinkle is on the western end of Whitsand. There are two sand and shingle beaches with numerous rock pools and a small harbour. Portwrinkle is very popular with families due to its easy access. Although the paths down are steep, they are short and concreted, suitable for pushchairs. Facilities Car park and café Dogs Restricted Easter to OctoberCar One hour from Plymouth

Hidden beaches

Wonwell BeachWonwell Beach is a pleasant, peaceful sandy beach on the east shore of the Erme river. At low tide there is a large expanse of sand, but watch out for rapidly changing tides. Parking is very limited.Facilities No facilitiesDogs Welcome all yearCar 30 minutes from Plymouth

Bovisand BayAt Bovisand there are two gorgeous, golden sandy beaches with rock pools. It is lovely and sheltered with cliffs either side and is popular with locals and families. There is a large area of flat sand when the tide is out, which is ideal for

ball games and warms the water with the incoming tide so it’s perfect for a swim. Facilities Toilets and beach shops on both sides of the bay

Dogs Restricted from May 1 to September 30

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Wembury BeachWembury Beach is perfect for a family holiday or

day out. It’s an area of amazing

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has more than enough sand for sunbathing and plenty of intriguing rock pools to explore. Facilities Toilets and beach side refreshment kiosk and a car park run by the National Trust. Dogs Restricted from May 1 to September 30Car 25 minutes from Plymouth

Mothecombe BeachIf you want a quieter time, Mothecombe beach could be the one for you. Large, and unspoilt, it’s privately owned but open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Getting to the beach involves walking down a narrow path Facilities Toilets and a tea

house in the car park (which costs £2 per day). Dogs Seasonal restrictionsCar 30 minutes from Plymouth

Jennycliff Beach Jennycliff is a small pebbled beach with plenty of rock pools to enjoy and explore. Above the beach, there is also a large grassy area to enjoy picnics and games as well as enjoy the views over Plymouth Sound. Facilities Free car park and cafeDogs Welcome all year Car 15 minutes from Plymouth

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Let the train take the strainThe South West has an abundance of scenic railway routes and Plymouth boasts the beautiful Tamar Valley Line

re you looking for an alternative way to take in the green and pleasant

countryside of Devon and Cornwall? With one of the UK’s most scenic rail journeys departing from Plymouth this is a lovely way to see the area and beat the summer holiday jams.

The Tamar Valley Line offers great value for money, running from Plymouth station through to Gunnislake and back several times per day. An off-peak day return ticket costs just £5.60 per adult or £2.75 per child under the age of 16.

As you depart the city you will pass by Devonport, the home of the largest naval base in Western Europe before making your way through the historic area of St Budeaux.

Sit back and relax as the train travels through the Bere peninsula and over the historical 120 foot high Calstock viaduct, offering stunning views over the River Tamar.

If you are looking for a stopping off point on the way I recommend getting off in Calstock for a visit to the Tamar Inn, a family-friendly pub offering traditional pub food and local ales at reasonable prices. The Inn is just a short five minute walk from the station offering enough time to stretch your legs and soak up the atmosphere of this friendly Cornish village.

After a pub lunch, take the pleasant one and a half mile sign-posted walk through the woods to the Tudor house, Cotehele, which was the ancestral home to the Edgcumbe family for generations and is now part of the

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National Trust. The interior is filled with old oak furniture and decorated with tapestries, arms and armour. While the extensive gardens set around a natural valley showcase a spectacular variety of flowers including herbaceous borders in the summer and snowdrops in the winter months.

After your trip around Cotehele, head back to Calstock station and onwards to Gunnislake, the last stop on the Tamar Valley Line. Here you will find a superb range of pubs within walking distance of the station to grab a bite to eat or drink.

Don’t put your camera away on the return journey. Between Bere Ferrers and St Budeaux stations you will get a stunning view of both the Tamar Bridge and the world famous Royal Albert Bridge otherwise known as the Brunel Bridge. For the best vantage point, sit on the right-hand side of the train facing the direction of travel.

Please note that train prices are subject to change and you should always check train times before travelling at www.nationalrail.co.uk

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• The Avocet Line: Exeter St Davids to Exmouth• The Riviera Line: Exeter Central to Paignton

CORNWALL• The St Ives Bay Line: St Erth to St Ives • The Looe Valley Line: Looe to Liskeard

• The Maritime Line: Truro to Falmouth • The Atlantic Coast Line: Par to Newquay

www.greatscenicrailways.co.uk

Other great train journeys

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Look super-stylish on your holiday this year with our day-to-evening fashion guide.

Words: Jess Morcom

Summer fashion

Womens

White lace upsandals – River Island £35

Small shoulder bag – H&M £12.99

High neck playsuit – New Look £17.99

Print wedge Sandals – River Island £20

Embroidered duster jacket print – Topshop £85

Strappy triangle bikini top and bottoms – Topshop £34

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Suede skirt – H&M £19.99

This look ties together the crop top and high-waisted suede skirt – both of which are must-have items this season.

Cut-out swimsuit – New Look £19.99

Green crochet tie side bikini bottoms – River Island £13

Beach and poolSummer night outFor a classy evening style try this stunning bandeau dress – eye catching and classy it’s sure to make heads turn for all the right reasons!

Orange bandeau bodycon dress – River Island £45

Gold tone hoopearrings – River Island £5

Vintage clutch – Topshop £25

White ankle strap block heels – New Look £24.99

From two-pieces to one-pieces, from cut-out to neon, here are our top swimwear picks this season, all at affordable high street prices.

Delicate lacecrop top – Topshop £18

Take a patterned playsuit and team with a white loose jacket and some

wedge sandals for a gorgeous summer look!


Stripe T-shirt – River Island £15

Retro sunglasses – Topman £10

Navy canvas – New Look £9.99Navy chino shorts

– New Look £20

Red swimming shorts – River Island £14.99

Mens

If you’re looking for a fashionable but chilled outfit, look no further! Take a plain T-shirt and add chino shorts, comfy shoes and a great pair of sunglasses and you’re all set.

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To look great on the beach or poolside why not try either of these swim wear recommendations – bright doesn’t have to mean unfashionable. These River Island swimming trunks are a steal at just £14.99, or splurge on some CK’s for £49.

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Orange Calvin Kleins – Topman £49

Not quite 100% vintage but at Home Revival they upcycle and revive unloved furniture and turn it into unique and wonderful pieces. The business uses many styles, and especially loves chalk paint.Home Revival can also source lovely vintage treasures and can change them or leave them to suit the customers’ needs. www.homerevivalinteriors.co.uk

Vintage doesn’t just come in the shape of furniture and clothes in this city, it also comes in the sound of music. Plymouth Vintage Vinyl is a record and vintage shop in Plympton. It offers a large collection of music from vinyl to CDs in all genres as well as offering vintage clothing and other trinkets. www.plymouthvintagevinyl.com

A family run team which specialises in restoring furniture to an utterly beautiful standard using the chalk paint products of Annie Sloan. Forever Vintage Boutique is a lovely place to go if you are after upcycling, vintage, retro or even modern pieces.The team has a workshop in Plymouth and Liskeard as well as a store in Plymouth.www.forevervintageboutique.com

vintage storesWords: Hannah Perks

Vintage and Retro offers a wide range of items from Victorianian treasures to 80s objects. The store always stocks plenty of original 40s/50s items that are of the highest quality. These handpicked goodies can also be found at fairs and festivals in the South West, such as Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party and Goodwood Revival.www.facebook.com/vintageandretroplymouth

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Forever Vintage Boutique Vintage and Retro Plymouth

Peace Vintage is a vintage boutique dedicated to bringing the very best of the 1960s, 1970s and bohemian style back to life.Customers can find all sorts of clothing at Peace Vintage including: coats and jackets, dresses, tops and shirts and even kimonos. www.peacevintage.co.uk

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From retro typewriters to vinyl, Plymouth has you covered

Herringbone shirt – River Island £28

Skinny denim shorts – Topman £32

Grey shoes – H&M £12.99

For a summer evening BBQ, or a night on the town in the warm weather, light pastel colours teamed with denim shorts is a great look. The shorts can easily be worn in the daytime too, making them a versatile must-have summer piece.

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armchair sporting summerSick of shouting at the telly on your lonesome during the big match? Here’s five top places to shout at a really big one with lots of other people

Walkabout

Just off Royal Parade in the middle of the city, Walkabout’s Australian style bar is perfect for young people who love to watch live sport with a stadium atmosphere.

There are plenty of viewing options, from screens around the ground floor bar to the projector, which is used for larger sporting events such as the Euros.

Walkabout run two-for-one deals everyday on many drinks as well as offering a range of food, from Kangaroo steaks to burger and chips.

For young people or students this is the ideal start to the evening as it’s only two minutes away from the free Oceana bus stop. Check the website for sporting screenings this summer.

The Roundabout

This pub located next to Drake Circus, is the perfect place to go and grab lunch and catch up on sporting results if you are out shopping.

With a family friendly vibe, it serves mostly ‘pub

Words: Rob Bone & Jake Findley

JuneCricket England v Sri Lanka, third Test, Lord’sFootball Euro 2016, France (June 10 to July 10)Formula 1 Canadian GP, Montreal (10-12)Rugby union Summer series get under way: Australia v England, New Zealand v Wales, South Africa v Ireland (11)Horse racing Royal Ascot (14-18)Golf US Open (16-19)Cricket England v Sri Lanka ODIs (21-29 and July 2)Rugby union Australia v England, New Zealand v Wales, South Africa v Ireland, Japan v Scotland (June 25)Tennis Wimbledon (27-July 10)

JulyFormula 1 Australian GP (1-3)Cycling Tour de France (2-24)Cricket England v Sri Lanka Twenty20 (5)Athletics European Athletics Championship (6-10)Formula 1 British GP (8-10)Boxing Tyson Fury v Wladimir Klitschko (9)Golf Open Championship (14-18)Cricket England v Pakistan, first Test, Lord’s (14-18)Formula 1 Hungarian GP (22-24)Sailing America’s Cup World Series (22-24)Cricket England v Pakistan, second Test (22-26)Golf US PGA Championship (28-31)Formula 1 German GP (29-31)

augustSummer Olympics Rio de Janeiro (5- 21)Cricket England v Pakistan, third Test (3-7)Cricket England v Pakistan, fourth Test (11-15)Football Premier League season starts (13)Cricket T20 Blast Finals Day (20)Cricket England v Pakistan ODIs (24, 27, 30 and September 1 and 4)Formula 1 Belgian GP (26-28)Rugby league Challenge Cup final (27)Tennis US Open (29-September 11)

grub’ such as burgers, mac and cheese as well as fish and chips up until 10pm.

It also has a Breakfast, Brunch and Tea menu including classics such as bacon sandwiches and muffins. Every Thursday from 5pm Roundabout runs Cocktails and Crafts evening with bottles of beer, craft ales and cocktails all costing just £3. Perfect for evening viewing.

Big ScreenOnce again the big screen in Plymouth’s city

centre will cover this year’s Wimbledon action. It will be as if you’re at centre court

yourself.Here you’ll be able to witness the

best players in the world with your family and friends including favourites Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams and many more all on a

25-square-metre LED screen. There will be stalls where you can buy

food and drink while you sit back, relax and take in the tournament, which runs from June 27 to

July 10. The location of the big screen is on Armada Way,

right next to Royal Parade and in-between House of Fraser and Flannels.

The MannameadA Wetherspoon pub, the Mannamead is located in the heart of student land, Mutley, and is ideal for watching the game with mates before a night out. There are several screens in the pub so you will always have a view of a television and be able to catch up with the latest results. The pub also has outdoor seating, ideal for getting some fresh air and escaping from the emotionally charged sporting action.

The Mannamead offers good value food and drink including curry and fish n chips, which can be washed down with a wide selection of beers or ciders.

VarsityVarsity is well known in Plymouth as a good-time venue for any sporting event. Whether it’s popping in as a family during the day to have a bite to eat and catch up on the Olympics, or with your mates for a few pints to follow the Euros.

Whenever an event is on, it is pretty much guaranteed Varsity will have it covered. There are four TVs and two projectors so you don’t have to stand on your toes to be able to get a good view. Opening hours are 11am-11pm.

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Cricket

If you’re looking to get out in the summer sun then cricket could be for you. Plymouth is full of great places to play with lots of clubs in the area having junior and senior teams. www.devoncricket.co.uk

Golf

Teeing off in the sun, golf is a great way to enjoy both the summer and the green spaces in and around the city. Boringdon Golf Park is one of the biggest spaces in the area boasting two courses. There is also a driving range on the outskirts of Plymouth, as well as an established pitch n putt in Central Park.www.boringdonpark.comwww.staddonheightsgolf.co.ukwww.elfordleigh.co.ukwww.plymouthgolfcentre.co.uk

Football

With the European Championship this summer the soccer season doesn’t stop and there are plenty of places in the city to get a fix of football through the summer. Plymouth Life Centre offers indoor futsal or five-a-side pitches, Leisure Leagues run four leagues in and around Plymouth and there is also a Goals Soccer Centre opposite Home Park www.everyoneactive.comwww.leisureleagues.netwww.goalsfootball.co.uk

Cycling

Drake’s Trail is a 21-mile cycle path that joins Plymouth with Tavistock, taking in Gem bridge, which runs over an old viaduct, as well as the Brunel designed Grenofen tunnel. There are a few potential circular detours on to Dartmoor too. You can also take the Plym Valley trail, which runs on the old railway line, and can be lengthened to arrive at the National Trust’s magnificent house and parkland at Saltram. www.drakestrail.co.ukwww.rocketsandrascals.com

Tennis

If you’re looking to find your inner Andy Murray or Serena Williams, then there are no shortages of places to do so in Plymouth. Two of the biggest local clubs are Whiteford Road and Mannamead and both have memberships available.www.lta.org.uk

SwimmingIt may not quite rival Rio for Olympic atmosphere, but there are plenty of places to practise athletic prowess in Plymouth this summer. The Life Centre is best for water sports with a series of diving and swimming lessons available throughout the summer. For track athletics Brickfields is home to Plymouth Athletics club and they offer coaching for all ages and abilities. www.everyoneactive.comwww.plymouthac.co.uk

Or you could switch off your TV set and go out and do something less boring instead...

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Summer tone-upAb fab or ab flab? With our guide to some of Plymouth’s top gyms it’s never too late to hone that beach-ready body.

This simple gym concept strips away the frills to concentrate on giving users real value for money. Instead of a reception, there are automatic doors that opem with a membership code. Saunas, cafés and steam rooms are out, the latest kit (including functional training zones, vibration platforms and TRX suspension trainers) are in.

Open 24/7 so you can train at a time to suit you, the gyms are monitored by real-time CCTV linked to security staff. Featuring over 220 pieces of fitness equipment, there’s no need to check your phone in between sets as you wait for equipment. Members also have access to over 50 free classes a week.

Pure GymWords: Jack Sherlock

Taurus Gym

For a different keep fit experience, this full time combat sports gym specialises in mixed martial arts, such as muay Thai, boxing and kickboxing.It focuses on core training, rather than weighted or assisted workouts, resulting in whole body control and fitness. All the muay Thai, ju jitsu, wrestling and kickboxing coaches are former or current champions in their sports and the boxing coach is fully ABA qualified.Taurus Gym is gender, beginner, junior and student friendly and provides a safe, friendly training environment.

Located at Derry’s Cross this gym boasts super-low prices and 24/7 access. It’s not lacking in equipment either. The list of machines includes 38 running machines and 25 cross trainers, which aim to provide flexible access and affordability.From Olympic weights and platforms, to a selection of free

weights and resistance machines and more than 160 items of kit this gym can help customers reach fitness goals.It also offers three free induction sessions with personal trainers to get you started.

The Gym Group

Although smaller than most gyms, The Engine Room provides a homely feel and with a closely knit workout group you can gain friends as well as muscle. Located in Mutley, equipment includes free weights, lifting platform, plate loaded and fixed resistance machines.Focus is on individuals at The Engine Room, giving it a more personal vibe than larger gyms. Personal training is also on offer for competitive prices with qualified instructors, as well as regular tournaments. Build up more strength in the protein bar and café.

The Engine Room

Cheap gym membership for all is the ethos at these two gyms in Plymouth and Ivybridge. Along with a full range of gym equipment, membership at McCaulay’s Plymouth gym also means free steam room and sauna and free access to the Ivybridge branch at the weekend.

There are several membership packages, including swim only, anytime, off peak, student and senior offers. Potential members can go for a trial before they join. Short term passes are available from £7.99 per day or two weeks for £29.99.

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www.puregym.com

www.taurusgym.co.uk

www.thegymgroup.com

www.engineroomgym.co.uk www.mccaulays.com

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The HoeOnly a short walk from the town centre the picturesque Hoe is an area of natural beauty. Stunning views from the top of Smeaton’s Tower, one of the world’s most famous lighthouses, span for miles overlooking the Barbican, harbour and the iconic Art Deco Tinside lido. The surrounding grassy area makes it an ideal location to enjoy a family picnic and some breathtaking scenery in the summer months.

www.plymouthhoewaterfront.com

Plymouth Breakwater & Coastal CruiseThe two hour journey aboard a luxurious cruise boat takes you around Plymouth’s stunning coastline, and across to the historic smuggling villages Cawsand and Kingand in Cornwall. Take your time to relax and enjoy the lovely scenery with views of Plymouth Hoe and Drake’s Island as well as the stunning Plymouth Breakwater and Jennycliff Bay. The trip is also ideal for those with a keen interest in marine life with the possibility of spotting dolphins.

www.tamarcruising.com

Delta Force PaintballLocated on the outskirts of the city, in Plympton, Delta Force paintball offers a niche experience in a range of different

Words: Tom Sleeman

Or, where to get going when the going gets hot

Sunny day activities

scenarios. With five different games zones the woodland set activities unleash your competitive side as teams face each other in colourful combat. Varying sessions can be tailored to visitors needs with various game types, different outfits and also the chance to stay in the fight and buy more paintballs.

www.paintballgames.co.uk

DartmoorThe stunning landscape of Dartmoor is within easy reach of the city and offers walking, cycling, kayaking and other opportunities. There are plenty of areas for picnicking and paddling in the summer. Animal enthusiasts have the unique chance to get up close and personal while appreciating the area’s vast natural beauty.

www.dartmoor.gov.uk

Ferry trips Take a ferry over to explore the gorgeous Rame peninsula, Kingsand, Cawsand and the Mount Edgcumbe country park. The Cremyll Ferry regularly takes passengers from Admirals Hard, Stonehouse, to Cremyll in Cornwall and dogs are allowed on the boat too. Mount Edgcumbe has a house and garden which are opening to the public as well as the Stables Café.

www.cremyll-ferry.co.uk www.mountedgcumbe.gov.uk

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Animal magicHannah Perks put on her best wellies and went to find out what it takes to become a DZP ranger for the day at Dartmoor Zoological Park

ith those long summer holidays to fill there’s one activity that is sure

to go down well with the kids. And that means heading up to Dartmoor Zoological Park to become a DZP Ranger.

These fully interactive one day or three-day workshops include animal encounters and activities to engage, educate and entertain. The DZP Ranger scheme is open to children aged six to 12 and is available during all the school holidays.

The workshop is led by fully qualified teachers and teaching assistants that will provide parents with a fascinating, fun and educational alternative to childcare keeping the kids busy and entertained from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

What’s included?

Day Rangers is split into a three-day programme or a more compacted one-day experience.

The first day is mainly about the educational team getting to know the children and finding out about their favourite animals. Then it’s moving on to seeing the animals and learning about them.

On day two kids can either choose The Bug Day or Bush Crafts Day. On the former they get to see the invertebrates at the zoo like the tarantulas, insects, scorpions and more. They then can do a bug count around the zoo and survey the land, to see what

wild insects the zoo has. For the second option, Bush Crafts Day, they learn how to light fires and basic survival.

On the final day for the students, the majority of them will be feeling confident about their new found knowledge about the zoo and the

When Benjamin Mee and his family came across the rundown zoo in 2006 and saw it was for sale they didn’t run a mile like most families would. The zoo had a poor reputation and the family knew that it was unlikely a buyer would be found and the majority of the animals would have to be destroyed. So, as the book and film title says, they bought the zoo, saved the animals and fought to get the place re-opened which it did in 2007. All this was with the tragic background of the return of his wife Katherine’s brain tumour, which proved fatal.Today the zoo, which is now a charity, is involved in conservation and research and hosts a range of events, while Mee is in demand as a motivational speaker with a “never give up” philosophy.

www.dartmoorzoo.org.uk01752 837645

WPrices:

Three-day Park Rangers: DZP members: £110 Non-members: £135

Special booking offers: two for £200 One-day Park Rangers: £65 per child

Rangers Academy for one: £250

Rangers Academy for two: £400

animals. They are then allowed to go choose their favourite animal and, if feeling brave enough, they are chosen to do the animal talks and pass on all the knowledge they have learned to the public. In between all the activities

the children are given breaks, playtimes and nutritional

hot meals, snacks and drinks.

The days consist of lots of fun activities and games as well as short educational sessions alongside.

Each child receives a DPZ Rangers T-Shirt to

show off to their friends and on the final day they are presented

with a graduation certificate by zoo owner, Benjamin Mee.

Rangers Academy:

For older children of 13 to 18 there’s the Rangers Academy which offers animal management and veterinary care work experience, giving teenagers a taste of real-life work in a zoo.

The Academy runs from Monday to Friday and is packed with practical activities, lectures and most importantly animal encounters. Like the Day Rangers, students will receive a unique DZP T-Shirt but also get a DZP stationary and resource pack, 20% discount card for Jaguar Restaurant. This course will help towards Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award and look perfect on a CV.

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Laser Fighters

Have you ever wanted to be an action hero? Or maybe you wanted to be the bad guy? Well now you can become the hunter and the hunted in this heart pounding action game featuring atmospheric lighting and sound effects to keep players on edge as they sneak around hallways, ramps and elevated positions.

Armed with a laser rifle and chest plate, your goal is to find and shoot the other players before they gun you down. Suitable for over-eights this is a unique experience for both friends and family and can accommodate up to six teams. Price: £4.50 per person

www.plymouthkarting.co.uk01752 651499

Rain does not stop play in Plymouth. Here’s our pick of the fun stuff to do when the drizzle starts

(this is summer in the West Country after all…)

Words: alex Burnhill

Rainy day activities

Escape rooms

Have you ever dreamed of being Sherlock Holmes or Houdini? Escape Rooms offers you the chance to solve a mystery with your friends and family. This dynamic experience sees participants locked into a room with a one-hour timer to solve the mystery of how to escape.

To break out, detectives need to find and solve clues to escape the locked room. It’s suitable for all ages and there’s a choice of rooms for those who want a real head scratcher or those who want an easier experience. Price: £60 for four players

www.escaperoomsplymouth.co.uk07545 346755

National Marine Aquarium

With the long-awaited sequel, Finding Dory, set to be released in July, tropical fish will be trending this summer. And luckily the National Marine Aquarium, in Plymouth has one of the best aquatic collections in the country.

Explore the mysteries of the deep in the Eddystone Reef display, which has the largest single tank viewing panel in the country.

Check out the Atlantic Ocean exhibit, the deepest tank containing 2.5 million litres of water, and the Great Barrier Reef tank, which is filled with sharks, turtles, lionfish, pufferfish, rays and plenty of others. Price: £11 - £18 per person

www.national-aquarium.co.uk0844 8937938

Plymouth Karting

If shooting friends and family isn’t really your game, then an alternative option in the same location is go karting. Featuring an indoor circuit for drizzly and dreary days there are karts that go up to 270cc for adults and 160cc for children aged from eight to 15.

Prove who really is the best driver in the family and channel your inner F1 hero on the indoor track, which is designed to maximize overtaking opportunities. Price £8 - £12 per person

www.plymouthkarting.co.uk01752 651499

Pavilions Ice Rink

It might not seem the obvious choice for the middle of summer, but who doesn’t enjoy a spin around the rink whatever the time of year? From the speed skater to those looking to provide comic relief, the rink offers a large skating area.

The Pavilions is open year round and all equipment is provided, just remember to wear something warm as it isn’t called an ice rink for nothing. The rink offers a range of sessions, including ice disco, chilly penguins (kids sessions) and group and private lessons. Prices start from £4

www.plymouthice.co.uk0845 1461460

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ocial enterprise Effervescent has pioneered the use of empty buildings in Plymouth with a bold

gallery and café project in an old Halifax Bank on Derry’s Cross.

Thanks to the generosity of the local community the charity was able to do the entire refurbishment with only one grant of £5,000. Since opening the Radiant Space gallery has worked in partnership with children’s charities, Plymouth City Council and also Plymouth University, to train new artists.

With an agenda to drive social change, Radiant’s exhibitions are curated by children, young people and vulnerable adults. The gallery aims to work alongside these groups to develop their skills and knowledge and train them as artists so they can create shows that are relevant and meaningful.

The space is funded entirely by donations, by contracts for work and by grants for projects from funders like BBC Children in Need, BIG Lottery and Arts Council England.

In the past exhibitions have explored themes of loneliness, fear of monsters, political posturing and discomfort. Recently the gallery has hosted a chilling evocation of child sexual exploitation called The Cold Truth, worked on by young people with lived experience.

Events this summer include Superheroes Show, followed by the Plymouth Young Contemporary Open from July 2 to 9. The end of July sees the DOG SHOW! a contemporary art show dedicated to dogs.

The space also hosts other community and creative businesses including Attik Dance, a youth dance company aimed at young people and Highly Interactive, an interactive development studio.

It also gives room to Positive Futures, run by Plymouth City Council to support children and teenagers aged 10 to 19 and help them avoid crime, drug and alcohol misuse.

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RumpusCosy

Designed by Effervescent director, Eloise Malone, Rumpus Cosy has a genuine shabby chic style thanks to an eclectic mix of donated and second-hand furniture.

Eloise describes Rumpus as “the sort of place we wanted to hang out in”. Food is sourced as locally as possible. All fish is caught in Plymouth and fresh cakes are made in house by its bakers.

Specialist tea is supplied by Canton Tea Co, JING Tea and Birdhouse Tea Company, while South Devon business Owens Coffee supplies organic, Fairtrade beans and trains the baristas at Rumpus.

Around half the staff at Rumpus are young people who worked on arts projects over the last five or six years, who wanted to stay with Radiant to develop careers in hospitality or catering. All profits made at Rumpus goes towards the work that it does with local children and young people in the community.

Playing at war

Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery is running an exhibition exploring the way in which toys have been influenced by conflict from the 19th century to contemporary times. War Games, on until June 18, includes classic toy soldiers and action figures as well as photographs and archives, representing different perspectives of conflicts around the world.

Young artists grow wild

Plymouth Young Contemporary Open will showcase the artistic talents of people from aged four to 30 between July 2 to 9 at Peninsula Arts Gallery and Radiant Gallery. The theme for the exhibition is “grow”, with entrants creating something based on this idea and allowing their imagination and creativity to run wild.

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Watching a movie with a blanket on your lap, the sound of seagulls

overhead and a glass of something chilled (or warm) in your mitts ... it must

be open-air season for Plymouth’s film lovers. Don’t forget your brollies

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pen Air Cinema has proved a fantastic success in recent years, showcasing a wide variety of films in some of Plymouth’s most iconic areas. Organised

by the Plymouth Arts Centre (PAC), the screenings offer everyone the chance to see anything from Hollywood classics to niche art house flicks.

Everything you’ve come to expect from a trip to the pictures is on offer, from a large box of warm, crunchy popcorn to hot dogs. Or for an authentic alfresco feel, why not bring your own picnic?

If you fancy making your night extra special, VIP tickets are available through the PAC box office and these entitle you to a camping chair, blanket and a cheeky glass of bubbly. Tickets are expected to sell quickly so, to avoid disappointment, book early.

This year the format will be no different, with three stunning venues confirmed: Tinside Lido, Mount Edgcumbe and Royal William Yard all enjoying commanding views of Plymouth Sound.

Spread out over the summer, there are plenty of chances to partake, with opening weekend set for July 22.

Tinside Lido - July 22 and 23: Overlooking the breakwater and the Channel beyond, it’s no wonder that Tinside Lido was voted one of the top 10 best outdoor pools in Europe.

This exemplary piece of British art-deco style is a Grade II listed site not to be missed. Open all summer long, the pool has enticed locals and tourists alike since 1935 - a fantastic venue for a thriller (and a selfie).

Mount Edgcumbe - August 19 and 20: Formerly home to the Earls of Mount Edgcumbe, this magnificent 15th century country estate boasts 865 acres of lush gardens and sprawling lawns. Although this famous venue isn’t strictly within the city limits (or Devon), the Rame Peninsula on which it resides provides stunning views of Plymouth’s historic barbican and marina.

Open Sunday to Thursday and bank holiday Mondays

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between 11am and 4.30pm (last admission at 4pm), why not cap off a day out with the family with a picnic in front of the silver screen?

Royal William Yard - September 15, 16 and 17: These impressive former Royal Naval victualing buildings have become a hidden gem on Plymouth’s famous seafront.

The waterfront site has been regenerated with restaurants, bars and residential spaces. Open Air Cinema has become a much-beloved annual tradition here and, given the great views, is expected to be popular. All three venues will host events, excepting really bad Great British weather, so stay up-to-date with lineups and ticket prices:

http://www.plymouthartscentre.org/film/live01752 206114@PlymArtsCentre

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Yard Life at Royal William Yard

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Eat & drink WildWood / Bistrot Pierre / Seco Lounge / Le Vignoble / Prezzo

Wagamama / Las Iguanas / River Cottage Plymouth Canteen The Royal William Yard Bakery / Rockets & Rascals (Little Rascals)

Shop Envy Hair & Beauty / ID Fashion / Ocean Studios / Cornish Interiors

Individual Interior Solutions / Art Source UK Gallery / Studio One South West Martin Bush Studio / Rockets & Rascals Pop-Up / Wildwood Deli

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Visit Summer full of events / Ferry to and from Barbican / Art galleries & exhibitions

Yard Fit & Yoga / Stand-up paddleboarding / Yard Sessions through the summer Award-winning monthly Good Food Market / Cycle hire from Rockets & Rascals

Visiting boats welcome at our pay & display berths / Sailing trips

Check out what’s on this summer at www.royalwilliamyard.com

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The StableThis small chain specialises in ciders and pizzas and occupies a prime waterside position on Little Vauxhall Street. With a choice of 80 different ciders, as well as lager, ales, and wines, and a large pizza menu this has proved a popular opening.

Prices for pizzas range from £8.50 for a Margherita, which contains fresh tomato sauce, fresh basil and mozzarella, to the ‘Blazing Saddle’ at £13, which contains roasted pulled beef, bacon, caramelised onion, and mozzarella.

The menu is complemented by a selection of pies handcrafted in the West Country, all served with herb roasted potatoes, pickled onions, and tomato chutney, and ploughman’s lunches for £9 each.

Plymouth Stable is one of 13 branches set up by Richard and Nikki Cooper, who founded the business in 2009. After buying

a hotel in Dorset and restoring it, they came up with the idea of using some of the outbuildings at the back of the hotel, one of which was a stable, to create a new café using local produce.

Richard’s brother Andy,

a chef, had just recently returned from Australia, and the three of them began creating some unique pizza recipes, made with their own sourdough base and some unusual toppings. Open every day from 12-11pm. The kitchen closes at 10pm.

www.stablepizza.com01752 228069

Plymouth EatsStand by your knives and forks, there’s been a restaurant

revolution in Plymouth with some great new eateries opening over the past year. We take a look at four of the best new tables in town

Words: Robert Bellwood

Supha’sThis ‘Street Food style’ restaurant offering Asian dishes cooked to order is located on Sutton Harbour and cooks up fish landed straight onto the quay.

The restaurant has a varied menu that includes noodle soup, pan fried squid, barbecued skewered prawns with garlic, chilli and coriander, fresh steamed local mussels, and stir fries.

It’s run by Plymouth entertainment and events organiser Dan Thompson and his partner, Thai chef Suphawadee Kadee. With an ‘open kitchen’, where customers can watch their meals being prepared, and interact directly with the chef, letting her know exactly how they like their food to be cooked. There is also a wet fish counter, where customers can select the fish they want cooked.

There are a range of vegetarian dishes, including stir-fried bean sprout for £6.50, Praram long-song at £5.50, and stir-fried cucumber, also at £5.50

Open Wednesday to Saturday, 12pm to 10pm and Sunday, 12pm to 9pm

www.suphas.co.uk01752 228513

Hidden Olive CaféLaunched in January, this new eaterie opened after owner Sam Bagshawe saw the potential of the café’s location, directly in front of the harbour.

As well as the café, Sam has also opened a delicatessen bar where customers can purchase locally sourced produce. The Hidden Olive offers lunches such as quiches and baked potatoes, and deli-style food such as Mediterranean platters.

The emphasis is firmly on locally produced food, including fish, which is caught locally. The Hidden Olive is ideally located for office workers, businessmen, and businesswomen, as a lunch venue, and also for tourists to stop for a drink and a meal.

www.facebook.com/TheHiddenOlive 01752 657070

Catch 22The success of this small seafood restaurant since it opened last summer on Quay Road, The Barbican, has been quite remarkable. The original concept behind the restaurant was that it should be a takeaway selling mostly fish. But within months it has become the number one rated restaurant in Plymouth on TripAdvisor.

Co-owners Mark Tam and Sam Johnson have had to expand the business, and the only way to do that was to utilise space in Bar Burritos next door so customers can sit down to enjoy their delicious locally-caught seafood.

With its quirky décor, mismatched crockery and shabby chic cutlery, Catch 22 has quickly found its niche in the Plymouth food scene, as well as getting great reviews. Unpretentious, good quality dishes; that’s what Catch 22 is all about.

Dishes include mussels, squid served with pan-fried cod and bream, sea food pies and seafood platters. Prices range from £10 to £14 per dish, apart from the seafood platter, which is £50 for two, but is an ‘all you can eat dish’. All meals are served with fresh potatoes or chips.

Customers can also order drinks from Bar Burritos to accompany their meal. Catch 22 is a very friendly, relaxed, and enjoyable place to come and taste some good quality seafood dishes.

facebook.com/Fishatcatch22 07557 476530

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Best waterside view The Ship

Slap bang in the middle of the historic, cobbled Barbican, The Ship is situated alongside the marina, a stone’s throw from Plymouth Sound.

What makes The Ship standout for summer time fun is its large and well thought-out waterside seating area. Bordered by a private perspex windbreak, it features comfy benches and sofas, all shielded by extra-large parasols and patio heaters. So, even if it does rain on your parade, it doesn’t mean an end to the night.

This family-friendly establishment is open from 11am everyday with food available till 9pm. There are regular live music acts performing throughout the summer so check social media regularly to stay up-to-date. www.theshipplymouth.co.uk 01752 667604 @TheShipPly

Given the local climate it’s hardly surprising that us Plymothians like to maximise our alfresco drinking opportunities as soon as the sun is shining

Summertime ... and the living is easy

you have the makings of a great afternoon or evening.

Open from 10am to 11pm, it’s less than a five minute walk from the shopping district and you can always retreat inside to the contemporary styled two-floored interior if starts raining.www.theberkeleybarandgrill.co.uk 01752 228810 @The_Berkeley

Best pub for late evening sun The China House

Situated on Sutton Wharf, Plymouth, The China House offers a rustic traditional pub atmosphere combined with one of the best harbour side views in the city.

Originally a 17th century warehouse, the pub boasts a large dining area built on hefty piles over the lapping waters of Plymouth Sound and views of the Barbican.

With an impressive menu and the usual array of drinks, this is a great place to catch the last rays of the evening sunshine.

For days when the weather is not so great, punters can go inside and get cosy beside the log fire with a glass of fine wine or traditional cask ale. www.vintageinn.co.uk 01752 661592 @Vintage_Inns

Words: ole norman & Gareth Hack

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Best Cocktails The Berkeley

With a stylish outdoor patio and an extensive cocktail menu, The Berkeley bar and grill, is a sophisticated choice for al fresco fun.

On the corner of Armada Way, this former Barclays building offers 38 concoctions, from a traditional Mojito to a delicious Raspberry Lush, all at prices that won’t break the bank.

No matter what your choice of poison you’ll get change out of a tenner, and if you are feeling flush you can always upgrade to a pitcher for just £12.25.

Add an extensive wine list and

Best spot for live musicBar Rakuda

A hotspot for great local live music with the added bonus of a lovely waterside view, Bar Rakuda has a laid-back atmosphere perfect for outside drinking.

This harbourside establishment overlooking the Barbican has an impressive cocktail menu at very reasonable prices making it an ideal

Now you don’t want to be wasting a single moment of those warm rays, so we’ve researched the best alfresco drinking spots to take full advantage of the long summer evenings.

From fancy cocktails to craft ales and pub tables with a view, we’ve got it covered. Cheers.

place to enjoy a refreshing drink after work or sight-seeing.

The kitchen offers a range of food, from light bites to a la carte until 10pm every day.

If live music is more your thing, Bar Rakuda hosts acts every night with acoustic styles being most popular. The bar’s music promoter is always looking for new acts, so if you can hold a note, check it out. www.rakudabar.com01752 221155 @rakudabar


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Zap! Pow! Boom! It’s time to don those capes and masks because summer is here and is chock full of superhero blockbusters

Superhero Summerand Rafael (Alan Ritchson) are back to shell out more justice the only way they know how - with martials and New York-style pizza! Arch-enemy Shredder (Brian Tee) returns, but it’s new mutants Bebop (Gary Anthony Williams), Rocksteady (Stephen Farrelly) and Kraang (Brad Garrett) that pose the largest threat. Fortunately, the turtles are not alone: Master Splinter (Tony Shalhoub), April O’Neil (Megan Fox), Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett), and masked vigilante Casey Jones (Stephen Amell) will fight with the heroes in half shells on June 3.

Suicide SquadFor those of you who are looking for something slightly darker than

Captain America: Civil WarWhen the Avengers are blamed for yet another global catastrophe, the U.S government demands all powered people be placed on a registration. Whilst Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), Black Widow (Scarlet Johanson), Spider-Man (Tom Holland) and others support these changes, Captain America (Chris Evans) and his team rebel.Released on May 29, Civil War is sure to be one of the summer’s super hits!

X-men: ApocalypseSuper-villain Apocalypse (Oscar Isaac) plans to destroy the human race to create a utopia for mutant-kind with the help of his four horsemen and Magneto (Michael Fassbender). But, he hasn’t reckoned on the power and resilience of the X-men. Featuring Cyclops (Tye Sheridan), Jean Grey (Sophie Turner), Mystique (Jennifer Lawrence), Beast (Nicholas Hoult) and Professor X (James McAvoy), this is set to be a rollercoaster ride from start to finish. The fate of the world is decided on May 22.

TMNT: Out of The ShadowsThis summer, Leonardo (Pete Ploszek), Donatello (Jeremy Howard), Michelangelo (Noel Fisher)

your average superhero movie, and something that’s not branded with the Marvel brand, we’ve got just the thing in Suicide Squad. Take some of the most iconic villains from the DC universe, throw ‘em together, and it turns out you create the biggest, baddest anti-hero team of all time.Featuring the likes of Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), Captain

Boomerang (Jai Courtney), Deadshot (Will Smith)

and Killer Croc (Adewale Akinnuoye-

Agbaje) this lot pack a serious

punch. And they’ll need it, especially

considering they’re up against Gotham’s craziest super-villain, the Joker (Jared Leto). The joke’s on you from August 5.

Words: alex Burnhill


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ListingsMusicJune

June 2 Benny Guitar Carr (blues) The Refectory, Plymouth GinJune 2 Joseph Russell (indie pop/rock), The Blues BarJune 3 Bullet (covers), Thistle Park Tavern June 3 The Blues Brothers Collective (blues), Annabel’s Cabaret & DiscothequeJune 4 Daddy Long Legs (Mod covers), The Newmarket TavernJune 4 Tom Baker (various), The Kings ArmsJune 4 Memphis Beat (rock & roll), The Blues BarJune 4 The Diamond Geezers (pop/rock), Thistle Park TavernJune 5 Sarah Q (covers), Number 10

June 7 Rod Stewart, Home Park: Whether it be because of the Faces, Jeff Beck or his illustrious solo career consisting of 46 top ten singles across four decades, it’s safe to say Rod Stewart is a rock icon. As part of his Another Country tour promoting his new album of the same name, Stewart is coming to Home Park to perform a night of his biggest and greatest hits including Maggie May, I Don’t Want to Talk About It and classic track, Sailing. It’s a night not to be missed, tickets start from £60 and are available from www.ticketline.co.uk

June 10 Storm Rivals (rock/blues), The Newmarket TavernJune 10 Banana Thieves (pop/rock), The Ships TavernJune 11 Stage2 (pop/rock), Beacon Park Social Club June 11 Escape Committee (pop/rock), Millbridge InnJune 11 Blonde E.Lux (Blondie tribute), Pennycross Sports & Social ClubJune 11 Blackbird (covers), Kings ArmsJune 12 Lorraine Live (rock/pop), Masonic InnJune 17 The Dappers (acoustic), The ShipJune 17 Roxircle (rock), Kitty O’HanlonsJune 18 Two Smooth (covers), The MinervaJune 18 Stephanie Manley (various), The Kings ArmsJune 18 Ashes to Ashes (80’s covers), Kitty O’HanlonsJune 24 Storm Rivals (rock/blues), Millbridge InnJune 24 The LadyKillers (rock), Newmarket TavernJune 25 Hot Candy (pop/rock), Pennycross Sports & Social ClubJune 25 ReZonance (covers), Number 10June 25 The Kingstons (ska), Thistle Park Tavern

July

July 1 Levens Four (Woodstock experience), Thistle Park TavernJuly 2 Cornish Male Voice Choirs, Plymouth PavilionsJuly 2 XLR (covers), The Kings ArmsJuly 2 Rockafella (covers), The Mount PleasantJuly 2 The Dastardlys (Mod covers), Lord Louis, PlymptonJuly 3 Michael Douglas as Neil Diamond (tribute), Number 10July 3 The Dappers (acoustic), Crown & AnchorJuly 8 Daddy Long Legs (Mod covers), Newmarket TavernJuly 9 Mercedes, (rock), The Golden HindJuly 9 C Force (rock), Millbridge InnJuly 9 The Wendellas (50s/60s rop & rock), Weston Mill Oak Villa SocialJuly 9 Orangutan Wheelbarrow (rock), Thistle Park TavernJuly 15 The Wireless (covers), Millbridge InnJuly 15 The Vibes (indie pop/rock), Kitty O’HanlonsJuly 15 Banana Thieves (pop/rock), Thistle Park TavernJuly 16 Society Rocks (covers), The Mount Pleasant July 19 Rockafella (covers), Post Office Inn, PlymptonJuly 22 Sons of Dirty Lil (Britpop), Millbridge InnJuly 22 Riviera Dogs (70’s-90’s cover), Thistle Park TavernJuly 23 Nawtey Beys (various), The Kings ArmsJuly 23 Memphis Beat (rock & roll), The Stoke Inn

July 29 Massive Attack, Plymouth Pavilions: Legendary Bristol trip-hop band Massive Attack venture further into the west country for this gig before heading up to England’s captial to play at Hyde Park. Expect to hear the band’s latest EP Ritual Spirit and classic tracks from albums Blue Lines and Mezzanine and 100th Window. Tickets start from £35.75, and can be purchased from www.plymouthpavilions.co.uk.

June

June 5 Tell Me on a Sunday, The LyricJune 5 Will McNicol, Barbican TheatreJune 6 to 11 Shadowlands, The LyricJune 7 to 11 Spindrift, The DrumJune 11 Funky Llama Festival, Plymouth HoeJune 8 to 11 Touchwood – Revue, Devonport Playhouse June 11 The Caucasian Chalk Circle, Barbican TheatreJune 14 to 18 1972 - The Future of Sex, The Drum

June 15 to 19 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Lyric: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one of the world’s most favourite musicals and should have audiences of all ages flying high. This production stars Lee Mead as Caractacus Potts, a whacky but loveable inventor, who tries to outwit Baron Bomburst (Michelle Collins) from banishing all children from his kingdom.

June 20 to 25 Breakfast at Tiffany’s - The Play, The LyricJune 21 to 25 June Neighbourhood Watch, The Drum June 23 Wild Ponies, Barbican TheatreJune 30 to July 2 Short Changed, The Drum

July

July 6 to July 9 Playhouse, The DrumJuly 12 to July 16 Phantom of the Opera, The DrumJuly 12 to July 16 Chicago, The LyricJuly 21 to July 23 In My Dreams I Dreams I’m Dreaming, The DrumJuly 24 That’ll Be The Day, The Lyric

July 25 to July 30 Let It Be, The Lyric: Plymouth’s bond with legendary four-piece The Beatles is further strengthened this summer with a show celebrating the band’s most memorable hits. We follow the group on its journey to worldwide stardom, from humble beginnings in Liverpool’s Cavern Club, to the infamous Beatlemania that swept the world. The show is packed with over 40 of The Beatles’ greatest hits including: Twist and Shout, She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, and global megahits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of course, Let It Be.

August

August 3 to September 3 Mary Poppins, The LyricAugust 24 to 27 August Buckets, The Drum

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June

June 10 Now You See Me 2, Mother’s Day, Vue Plymouth and Reel CinemaJune 10 to 16 Truman, Mustang, Plymouth Arts Centre, book tickets at www.plymouthartscentre.orgJune 17 Barbershop: A Fresh Cut, Gods of Egypt, The Conjuring 2, Same Kind of Difference as Me, The Keeping Room, Long Way North, Tale of Tales, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaJune 18 to 23 Miles Ahead, Plymouth Arts Centre, book tickets at www.plymouthartscentre.orgJune 24 Independence Day: Resurgence, The Secret Life of Pets, Elvis & Nixon, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaJune 24 to 30 Midnight Special, Plymouth Arts Centre

July

July 1 Notes on Blindness, The Shallows, Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaJuly 8 River, The Legend of Tarzan, Maggie’s Plan, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaJuly 15 The Purge: Election Year, Ice Age: Collision Course, La La Land, Vue Plymouth, Reel Cinema

July 15 Ghostbusters, Vue Cinema and Reel Cinema: Sit and marvel at how far CGI has come in 30 years with director Paul Feig’s remake of the 1984 supernatural classic. With a fresh, female cast including Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Wiig, this comedy is sure to leave you screaming.

July 22 Bad Moms, The BFG, Star Trek: Beyond, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaJuly 29 Jason Bourne, Vue Plymouth, Reel Cinema

July 29 Finding Dory, Vue Cinema and Reel Cinema: 13 years after Marlin and Dory’s adventure to save Nemo, we return to the warm waters of the Coral Sea as Dory searches for her long lost family. Finding Dory is guaranteed to be a hit with parents and children alike as it takes us on a visually stunning journey through the deep, magical waters of Australia.

August

August 5 Nine Lives, Suicide Squad, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaAugust 12 Pete’s Dragon, Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Sausage Party, Spectral, Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaAugust 19 David Brent: Life on the Road, Swallows and Amazons, Lights Out, Molly Moon and the Incredible Book of Hypnotism, Vue Plymouth, Reel CinemaAugust 26 Ben-Hur, War Dogs, Julieta, Mechanic: Resurrection, Popstar: Stop Never Stopping, Vue Cinema, Reel Cinema

*Tickets available for all Vue and Reel Cinema films at www.myvue.com and www.reelcinemas.co.uk

June

June 1 to September 3 In The Frame: Plymouth’s Portraits Revealed, Plymouth City Museum and Art GalleryJune 3 to 5 Flavour Fest, Armada WayJune 4 Plymouth Gin Festival, Plymouth Guildhall, 2pm to 11pm, tickets in advance from www.fatsoma.comJune 4 to 5 Plymouth Unity Festival, Plymouth HoeJune 11 Funky Llama Festival, Theatre Royal Plymouth, Plymouth HoeJune 12 Queen’s Birthday Street Party, The Piazza, Armada Way, 10am to 4pmJune 14 to 23 Pleasure Through Drowning Kihlberg & Henry, Plymouth Arts Centre cinema, starts every 30 minutes between cinema programme screeningsJune 17 to 18 This Building, This Breath Kihlberg & Henry, Plymouth Arts Centre 1pm to 8.30pm June 25 to 26 Armed Forces Weekend, Plymouth Hoe

June 27 to 10 July Wimbledon, The Piazza, Armada Way: There are few things more quintessentially British than enjoying Wimbledon with some strawberries and cream. Whether you’re a Murray fan or a Watson enthusiast, this annual tennis tournament captures the public’s collective conscience like nothing else in the sporting calendar. Offering fun and refreshment (or just a break from the shopping) for all, why not make the most of the Great British summer by enjoying a picnic with friends and family in the city centre.

July

July 2 to 9 Plymouth Young Contemporary Open 2016, Peninsula Arts Gallery Monday to Frirday 10am to 5pm and Saturday 11am to 4pmJuly 9 St Lukes Midnight Walk for Women, Derriford Road July 14 Royal Opera House: ll Trovatore, The Piazza, Armada Way 7.30pm July 23 to 24 Plymouth’s Millfields Model Expo, Plymouth College Preparatory School 10am to 4.30pm July 23 to September 7 Sea Swim: Head Above Water, Peninsula Arts Gallery July 28 to 29 MTV ‘Crashes’ Plymouth 2016, Plymouth Hoe

August

August 13 Plymouth Pride 2016, Plymouth Hoe: Bringing together everyone to enjoy, celebrate and promote the LGBT profile within the local community, Pride in Plymouth works hard to eradicate discrimination in all its forms. PIP will once again be hosting a free family friendly festival on the Plymouth’s iconic Hoe. The entire event gets under way with a colourful parade through the city centre starting at the Jigsaw Garden at midday. The festival officially starts at 1pm and will feature live entertainment and a series of parties in various venues around Plymouth.

August 16 to 17 British Firework Championships, Plymouth Hoe

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FilmJune

June 1 The B-Bar Comedy Night, Barbican: Noodles and giggles? Both are on offer at the Barbican Theatre’s B-Bar Comedy Night once a month. This is a very popular venue, so it’s advisable to get a ticket in advance as the last few sessions have been capacity crowds. Doors open at 7.30pm and the show starts at 8.30pm. Fresh Thai noodles, curries and stir fries are available as well as a full bar. Tickets: £10 at www.b-bar.co.uk

June 1 (every Wednesday) JSV Open Mic www.jamesstreetvaults.comJune 6 (every Monday) Plymouth Coffee Bean Open Mic Night at 7:30pmwww.plymouthcoffeebean.comJune 9 to 11 Devonport Playhouse Royal Variety Show. Tickets: £7 per daywww.devonportplayhouse.co.uk

July

July 1 Plymouth Ski Lodge, 8:30pm. Tickets: £7 to £8, plus booking feewww.thecomedylodge.moonfruit.comJuly 22 Annabels Cabaret Club Fandango Comedy Night, 7:45pm: Tickets £8 http://annabelscabaret.co.uk/club-fandango-comedy-night-24/

August

August 3 The B-Bar, Barbican, 7:30pm. Tickets: £10 www.b-bar.co.ukAugust 26 Annabels Cabaret Club Fandango Comedy Night, 7:45pmhttp://annabelscabaret.co.uk/club-fandango-comedy-night-24/

ComedyJuly 30 Mike Tyler (various), Number 10July 30 Aftershock (covers), Newmarket TavernJuly 30 Diamond Geezers (various), The Kings Arms

August

August 6 Capri (80s covers), Newmarket TavernAugust 6 The Dastardlys (Mod covers), Weston Mill Oak Villa SocialAugust 6 Leeanne (covers), The Friary VaultsAugust 6 The Jack (rock), Thistle Park TavernAugust 6 Blusoule (various), The Kings ArmsAugust 11 Joseph Russell (indie pop/rock), The Blues BarAugust 12 Bullet (covers), Thistle Park TavernAugust 13 Blues Brothers Collective (blues), Boat TripAugust 14 Songs Through Time (covers), Number 10August 14 The Sultans (various), The Kings ArmsAugust 18 Stone Vulture (rock/metal), Plymouth HoeAugust 20 Memphis Beat (rock & roll), Melbourne InnAugust 26 ReZonance (covers), The Kings ArmsAugust 27 Two Smooth (covers), The MinervaAugust 27 Blue Funk Allstars (funk/soul), Annabel’s Cabaret & DiscothequeAugust 28 Mercedes (rock), Millbridge Inn


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Whether you’re looking for a hot party scene or just fancy some chilled drinks, Plymouth has got your week covered

Monday The Dairy The Dairy is a bar and private lounge situated on the Barbican near the bus station. Known for its wide range of cocktails there are also masterclasses where you can learn the basics of mixology before getting behind the bar to create your own concoctions. Perfect for a chilled night with friends on a Monday, or to kick-start your Monday night out.

Tuesday Bar RakudaAlso on the Barbican, experience the view of the harbour in a chilled out setting. Also specialising in cocktails, the menu features something for all. Every Tuesday the bar hosts open-mic night where local talent can be seen performing. Great for families as well as groups of friends.

Wednesday OceanaOceana is one of Plymouth’s biggest nightclubs with four rooms

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of music. Wednesday sees the return of Oceana’s “quids inn” promotion making it the perfect student night out, with entry and drinks from a pound. Throughout summer Oceana puts on a lot of events so it’s worth checking the calendar in advance.

Thursday MousetrapSituated on North Hill, in on the way to the city centre, Mousetrap’s Thursday night is the most popular of the week. There is a £1 a pint deal every Thursday as well as a wide drinks menu and two different floors. Mousetrap is best for students and groups of friends.

Friday WalkaboutFriday nights at Walkabout is “noughties but nice” night - where the DJ’s play everyone’s favourite songs from the decade. The pub also has two for one drinks deals every night of the week including beers and vodka and mixers.

Words: Jess Morcom

Saturday Union RoomsOn Union Street, this is one of the best budget bars in Plymouth. At weekends it is extremely busy and the downstairs turns into a dancefloor too. With a range of different drinks deals from beers to pitchers there’s a tipple for everyone. They also have a wide choice of food menu available until 11pm each night.

Sunday RevolutionRevs is Union Street’s most popular bar which transforms from a restaurant to a top party hotspot in the evenings. During the day there is a wide variety of food which is just as lovely as the range of drinks it has in the evenings. And Revs is the only place to be on a Sunday night as it runs the “Round for a pound” event. If you buy a round of drinks, you get the entire same round again for £1. Revs is popular with all ages and also has two floors with different music.

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