Tavistock
West Devon T
he only city in west Devon is Plymouth; a city
of international proportions that has been at the forefront of world maritime exploration for many hundreds of years. Overlooking one of the world’s great natural harbours, Plymouth is a vibrant waterfront destination. From family attractions, historic sites and gardens, entertainment venues, whether it rains or shines there is plenty to enjoy throughout your stay.
Plymouth is a city shaped by the fortunes of sea, trade and war, nowhere more so than in the historic Barbican, Plymouth’s delightful old port, full of narrow
cobbled
streets, Elizabethan warehouses, specialist shops, art galleries, cafes and restaurants.
What better place to begin a visit to Plymouth than the Mayflower steps, where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for America in 1620. A closer look nearby will reveal memorials celebrating other key events in the nation’s history, from the Tolpuddle Martyr’s to voyages by settlers to Australia , New Zealand and America. Find out more at the nearby Plymouth Mayflower Tourist information and Visitor centre. The Exhibition celebrates the city’s role in some of the most famous voyages ever undertaken. In Plymouth’s oldest Street, New Street! Visit the Elizabethan house and relax a while in the hidden Elizabethan gardens. Then set sail on a boat trip up the Tamar and along the foreshore to view our fine naval heritage, modern warships & submarines.
Whether sampling Plymouth Gin during a tour of the historic distillery or visiting the National Marine Aquarium, with its three massive tanks, the largest of which, Britain’s deepest tank, holds 2.5 million litres of water, The Barbican has something for the whole family to enjoy. Experience Plymouth’s rich artistic heritage with the Barbicans speciality shops, craft workshops and art galleries. Many local artists have won global reputation, including Beryl Cook and Robert Lenkiewiecz.
When you feel hungry or thirsty, you are spoilt for choice. You can find everything from stylish cafes and bars to traditional West Country tea shops, from the finest fish restaurants to atmospheric Inns, with the warm ‘Mediterranean’ quayside atmosphere; the Barbican ensures the best in relaxation.
The stunning panorama of Plymouth Hoe overlooks Plymouth Sound, one of the finest natural harbours in the world, where Sir Francis Drake played bowls as the Spanish Armada approached. For a spectacular view of the Sound, climb the 93 steps to the lantern room of Smeaton’s Tower, the old Eddystone lighthouse which has been painstakingly restored to its original glory. Nearby the imposing Royal Citadel, built on the orders of Charles II, is one of the finest star-shaped fortresses in the country and home to 29 Commando Royal Artillery. The Hoe overlooks Tinside Lido first opened in 1935, it was described at the time as ‘one of the finest open-sea bathing centres in the country. It was built in the fashionable Art Deco style and has been restored recently.
59 Gunnislake • Morwellham Quay Calstock
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Saltash Torpoint
Naval Base
PLYMOUTH Cruising Sound
Plymouth Boat Trips
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Mothecombe Beach •
Plymstock Plympton
River Tamar
River Lynher
River Tavy
River Plym
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