Plymouth
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The Plymouth area includes military facilities at the following locations:
and the main married quarter areas are:
Area Overview
Sitting in one of the worlds biggest and most spectacular natural harbours the City of Plymouth has an extraordinary blend of the old and new. To the north of Plymouth you have Dartmoor National Park one of the finest unspoilt landscapes in the UK, with beaches and sea to the south. As an historic seafaring port there are many sights and places of interest to visit as well as leisure facilities, which include a 10 screen cinema, bowling alley, theatre and dry ski centre. There is also an excellent nightlife scene renowned throughout the country.
With an endless stream of festivals, concerts, exhibitions and conventions there is always something going on. Plymouth also boasts three sports teams who have been successful on the national stage, with major events held throughout the year.
Predominately a Naval town, Plymouth establishments include HMS Drake Naval Base at Devonport, 42 Cdo at Bickleigh Barracks, 29 Cdo at the Royal Citadel, UKLF CSG at Stonehouse RM Barracks and at 539 Sqdn at Turnchapel, HMS Raleigh Training Centre at Torpoint and TA Centres located at Derriford and Millbay.
Children and Education
Plymouth City Council list all schools at their schools directory:
There are also associated links on this page for many school related subjects such as admissions, term dates and school transport.
There is also The University of Plymouth which has an extensive course list:
Transport and Travel
The city's bus service is provided primarily by Citybus but also First Group. There are 3 train stations comprising of Plymouth, Devonport Dockyard and Saltash. Plymouth also has a city airport and National Express run coach services to and from the city. Links that may be useful are: Plymouth CityBus
Pets
Medical and Dental
For dependants the main hospital in Plymouth with an A+E is Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road. There are various other sites/hospitals located around Plymouth which serve either for minor injuries or specialist clinics. The city also has a Nuffield Health Hospital for private care. Links to the main hospital sites are:
For dental care there are many practices within the city though as everywhere in the country finding one taking on NHS patients is a nightmare. In the event of being unable to find a dentist you should write to this freepost address to be put on Plymouth's database which is on a first come first served basis. You will then be allocated one. You should state your name, address, telephone number and date of birth not forgetting to include all your family members.
NHS Plymouth, FREEPOST, NAT 22278, Plymouth, PL6 5ZQ
Plymouth is served by the Plymouth PCT so this link is a great starting place for finding GP's, info on dentists etc, Plymouth PCT
Sports and Leisure
HMS Drake is the main and largest service establishment and provides excellent facilities which include: gymnasium, flood lit pitch, squash and tennis courts, swimming pool, leisure hire facilities, club activities include: car club, boxing training, canoe club, sub aqua club and the Plymouth Command Golf Society.
Shopping and Tourism
Shopping
With over 520 shops and a brand new shopping mall Plymouth City Centre offers the best range and quality of shops in the region.
Our easily accessible city centre allows you and your family the time and space to make the most of your leisure time and enjoy some of the finest retail therapy in the Westcountry.
Seven-day shopping, wide open traffic-free spaces, colour, landscaped seating areas, outdoor cafes and a plethora of shops, mean Plymouth’s shopping experience is one the whole family can enjoy.
Armada Way
Explore the city’s main pedestrian boulevard link from the mainline station to the magnificent Hoe and waterfront and you’ll discover the Armada Centre, where you will find a major food store and a host of other fine shops. Continue browsing along Armada Way and you’ll find a wide range of larger retailers alongside coffee shops and landscaped seating areas.
New George Street and Cornwall Street
These two pedestrianised streets run the length of the city centre and are a must for all your favourite high street brands as well as being home to our three major department stores.
Independent Quarter
The Independent Quarter at the western end of the city centre is home to over 200 unique shops in and around the indoor City Market. For that special purchase and great service this area of the city centre is not to be missed.
Drake Circus
Drake Circusis Plymouth’s brand new covered shopping centre. Opened in October 2006 it is home to a wide range of well-known high street and independent stores and restaurants. It has eight major stores plus over 48 shops, cafes and restaurants. It is full of modern facilities for shoppers, including 1,270 car parking spaces, lavatories, lifts and disabled access.
Things to do, pubs to visit, places to eat out
According to some of the Rear Party users, The Fisherman's Arms very near the Citadel, is well worth a visit. Fab alcohol, very fab food.
The Barbican and The Navy also come highly recommended. Where to Eat and Drink in Plymouth
The Plymouth Gin Factory is worth a visit, so it's been said.
Black Friars Distillery, the working home of Plymouth Gin since 1793, is the oldest working gin distillery in England and is situated in the heart of the historic port city of Plymouth.
The building dates back to the early 1400’s with the oldest part of the building – the Refectory, a medieval hall with a fine hull-shaped timber roof, dating back to 1431.
Tours: Monday - Saturday 10.30 - 4.30; Sunday 11.30 - 3.30
Shop opening times vary slightly to the tours:
Monday – Saturday 10.00 – 5.30; Sunday 11.00 – 5.00
