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 Blackberry path |
Cremyll Plymouth, Cornwall PL10 1HZ United Kingdom +44 1752 82 2236 (Tourist Information Centre) |
This is a lovely walk along the eastern side of Plymouth Sound. First catch the foot ferry from Stonehouse to Cremyll in Cornwall. Arriving at Cremyll, take the path which runs along the side of Plymouth Sound through Mount Edgcombe Country Park. The first site you will come to is the old battery, defending the entrance to the port of Devonport. Follow the path though the country park until you come to Fort Picklecombe, another of the Palmerston forts, now converted into flats. The path climbs up a small hill and in September this is a good area for blackberries. The path now continues into Kingsand. The return trip can either by bus or back the way you came. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Encapsulating Plymouth's history |
33 St. Andrews Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 2AX United Kingdom +44 1752 30 4381 / +44 1752 30 4774 |
Close to the historic Barbican is a four-storey Jacobean town house, now an enchanting museum which encapsulates the history of Plymouth. The Merchant's House was built in 1608 for one William Parker, a privateer, friend of Sir Francis Drake, and Lord Mayor of Plymouth. Each floor of the house tells a different story. Discover how the Great Western Railway and Isambard Kingdom Brunel's railway bridge were constructed. See a Victorian schoolroom, or learn about the growth of trade in the Tailor Room. Social inequalities are vividly portrayed in the Rich Man's Room, and you can share the experiences of local people during the Blitz, and the rebuilding of their devastated city. The top floor is given over to Park Pharmacy Trust, a fascinating time capsule of pharmaceutical history. Here you can see carboys in amber, yellow, red and blue (the apothecary's elements), herbal remedies, shampoos, preparations and perfumes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Richard and Gill Long |
 Photo: Rob Taylor |
 16th century splendour |
Cremyl Plymouth, Cornwall PL10 1HZ United Kingdom +44 1752 82 2236 |
This magnificent house, set in an 800 acre country park, was finished in 1553 and restored by the Earl of Mount Edgcumbe by 1964. The Tudor house has warm red stone walls and is beautifully furnished with family possessions, including paintings by Sir Joshua Reynolds, 16th century tapestries and 18th century Plymouth and Chinese porcelain. Beside the house is the Earl's Garden, created in the 18th century, containing colourful flowers and some very rare trees, including a 400 year old lime. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Julian Weyer |
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Progress and tradition successfully united |
Drake Circus Plymouth, Devon PL4 8AJ United Kingdom +44 1752 304 774 http://www.plymouthmuseum.gov.uk |
Plymouth City Museum is centrally located, a few steps from Drake Circus. This traditional but innovative museum hosts prime historical research projects, workshops, lectures and evening and lunchtime concerts, mainly in the winter months. It presents touring displays of exceptionally high quality and striking exhibitions which focus on important events in social history. Permanent displays feature Natural History, art and artefacts, including Chinese and English Ceramics. There is something for everyone in this fascinating museum, from fun lovers to connoisseurs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Make a delicious discovery |
Eastlake Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 1BA United Kingdom +44 1752 66 0997 http://www.plymouthcentralhall... |
This Methodist church, set in a large imposing building, is dedicated to serving the local community in a friendly and relaxed environment. To accomplish this they have added the Discovery Centre alongside, which comprises cafe, shop and prayer chapel for the use of shoppers and visitors. They also welcome visitors to their Sunday services and activities. At 11am they celebrate Morning Worship, during which the children can attend Junior Church or creche. There are two Sunday evening services. At 6:15p they hold Evening Praise, a time of traditional and contemporary worship, led by the Central Hall Singers, organ and piano. At 8pm is Celebration Praise, worship of a freer style where there is opportunity for prayer and ministry. There is also a Prayer Meeting at 5:45p each Sunday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest Ahkenazi synagogue |
Plymouth Hebrew Congregation Synagogue Chambers, Catherine Street, Plymouth, Devon PL1 2AD United Kingdom +44 718 2261 7430 |
This is the oldest Ahkenazi Synagogue in the English speaking world, built on the site of a spring used for ritual washing. It was dedicated in 1762 and is in regular use to this day. The interior is striking, with beautiful windows, a gallery and lighting from a huge Victorian brass chandelier. Against the eastern wall is the only full-blooded Baroque Ark surviving in this country, complete with shadow painting of the Hebrew characters. There is now only a small but dedicated congregation worshipping at this orthodox synagogue, but regular tours are open to the general public. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Second oldest house |
Finewell Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 2AD United Kingdom +44 17 5266 1414 |
The second oldest house in Plymouth, it was built by Thomas Yogge in 1498. It is a fine limestone building with granite door and window frames, and a galleried courtyard. In the past it has been a dwelling house, a warehouse, a wine store and a bacon factory. But it has now belonged to St Andrew's Church since the 1920s. It is used with the adjoining Abbey Hall to accommodate their youth groups, and is let out to community groups. The church lets out the bottom floor to Tanners, one of Plymouth's highest quality restarants. The building also houses the famous 28 foot Plymouth Tapestry, with its 2,250,000 stitches, some of which were added by royalty. It took four and a half years to complete, and is well worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Lucy Turnbull |
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A thousand years of worship |
Royal Parade Plymouth, Devon PL1 2AD United Kingdom +44 1752 66 1414 http://www.standrewschurch.org.uk |
St Andrew's Anglican Church has been active on its present site since the 11th century. Notable amongst its previous worshippers are Catherine of Aragon, Sir Francis Drake, Sir John Hawkins, Captain Bligh and Sir Francis Chichester. It was almost completely destroyed in WW2 but was beautifully restored, including some magnificent twentieth century stained glass windows, by John Piper and Patrick Reyntiens. You can also see the place where Sir Francis Drake scratched a voyage plan on the wall. Stewards will be happy to show you round on weekdays and fill you in on nearly a thousand years of worshipping history. Or come and join in with one of the four Sunday services, reflecting both traditional and modern worship. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Graham Naylor |
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 Photo: Tahnia Roberts |
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Steam in the sauna |
Plymouth YMCA Cobourg Street Plymouth, Devon PL1 1SP United Kingdom +44 1752 60 4455 |
This multi-gym, sauna and fitness studio, located near the railway station and handy for the town centre, is open to both residents and visitors. Health conscious workers can nip out in their lunch hour for a workout, or go on their way home. For the novice, trained staff are on hand to advise on the best fitness programme. When you feel the flab is getting the better of you, have a go, it will do you good. There is a minimum booking time of 2 hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |