Plymouth, UK
Nautical traditions abound in Plymouth
Home to not only one of Europe’s largest natural harbours, but one of its largest operational naval bases. Although wartime bombing took its toll, look further afield for stunning Devon coastline, rolling inland countryside and the warm illumination of 1600 hours of summer sunshine.
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Destination overview
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| Language: | English | |
| Currency: | Pound Sterling | |
| Time zone: | GMT (Summer GMT+1 hour) | |
| Flight Time: | 2 hours | |
| Holiday type: | City break | |
| Weather: | Average maximum temperature: 10.7°C (24 hour average) Rainfall: 966.6mm a year |
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Must see:
Reconnect your travelling senses and visit The Barbican on the waterfront – from which the Pilgrims set sail to the New World in 1620.
Must eat at:
The Artillery Tower in Firestone Bay is more than one of Plymouth’s more ancient military buildings. Lovingly converted, it's now an atmospheric Modern British restaurant with a kitchen that uses the very finest West Country meats, game and fish in season.
Must be there for:
Late summer goes with a bang in Plymouth as the annual British Fireworks Championship reaches its final stages over a rather noisy weekend in August. The winners proceed to represent the UK in international pyrotechnic challenges.
Well-travelled tips:
Dive into the National Marine Aquarium in historic Barbican. It’s Europe’s deepest marine treasure trove.
Leave the bus behind and hit the streets – Plymouth has an eminently walkable centre... so put your best foot forward!
