Plymouth History | The Hidden Fortress on Plymouth’s Doorstep: Inside Mount Batten Tower
Thousands of people look across Plymouth Sound every week and see the small stone tower standing proudly on the Mount Batten headland. Yet few realise…
Plympton Castle | The Stronghold That Once Held Power Over Devon
Rising above Plympton, the remains of Plympton Castle still dominate the landscape, a clear reminder that this was once one of the most powerful sites…
Plymouth History | Britain’s Oldest Letterbox
Inside Plymouth’s historic Millfields sits a secret piece of British history. This olive green, octagonal pillar box is not just old it is believed to…
Plymouth Culture | A talented ballerina
Meet Harriet Meadows: At Talented ballerina Dancing Her Way Into Plymouth’s Cultural Spotlight From pirouettes at three to performing lead roles on stage, Harriet Meadows…
Plymouth Nostalgia | North Prospect | Swilly
VIDEO BELOW… North Prospect: A glimpse into the past, from its early council estate days to its dramatic demolition. Photo: Wayne Perry / Plymouth PostVideo:…
Plymouth History | Kerr Street
VIDEO BELOW… Kerr Street, Devonport is a glimpse into the history of one of the area’s most well-known streets, and the people and community that…
Plymouth Culture | Two new figures inspired by Beryl Cook
The life-sized characters are sat side-by-side on a seafront bench, sharing fish and chips while looking out across the water, a classic Cook-style seaside scene.…
Plymouth Enterprise | Plymouth’s Family Hardware Shop One Century On
Union Street is full of shops, but few can boast almost 100 years of serving the local community. The Cabinet Supplies, founded in 1928 by…
Plymouth Enterprise | Cap’n Jaspers Serving the Barbican Since 1978
Cap’n Jaspers has traded from the same spot on Plymouth’s Barbican since 1978, establishing itself as a long-standing presence on the city’s historic waterfront. The…
Plymouth People | The Legendary Birdman of Plymouth
If you’ve ever wandered down the streets of Plymouth, chances are you’ve seen him: John Allin, better known as the Birdman. For decades, he’s been…
Plymouth Culture | The Plymouth Symphony Orchestra
The Plymouth Symphony Orchestra stands as one of the city’s most enduring cultural institutions, with a history that stretches back nearly 150 years. Widely regarded…
Plymouth People | Plymouth and Exeter Football Fan Rivals
Rivalry runs deep, but it doesn’t have to end badly. Fixtures between Plymouth Argyle and Exeter City have always carried an edge. Passion, noise, and…