The Plymouth Metro is a long term proposal to introduce a light rail or tram style public transport system serving Plymouth and the surrounding area. The idea centres on creating a rapid transit link that would connect key parts of the city including the city centre, Derriford Hospital, the railway station, Plymouth University and major residential growth areas like Ivybridge, Plympton and Liskeard.

The proposal has been discussed in various forms over the years as part of wider transport and regeneration plans. It is intended to improve connectivity across the city, reduce traffic congestion, support new housing developments and encourage economic growth. By providing a reliable and sustainable alternative to car travel, the scheme aims to make it easier for people to move between employment, education and healthcare hubs.

If delivered, a Plymouth Metro could help reshape how people travel around the city. It could support regeneration in underused areas, increase investment confidence and contribute to climate goals by lowering emissions. However, it would require significant funding, infrastructure upgrades and long term political backing before becoming a reality.

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A new initiative unique to Plymouth to help families support young readers is launching across five nursery settings in Plymouth.

Developed by the Schools Library Service, the ‘Let’s Read Together’ project has been created to give families simple, joyful ways to build early literacy skills at home.

The programme has been made possible through the Schools Library service who designed and delivered it uniquely, and secured an Arts Council England microgrant, with support from Libraries Connected.

The nurseries who will be participating in this project are:

A major milestone for business growth, skills development and sustainable investment within the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport was marked with the opening of four new high-quality, net zero and BREEAM Excellent employment units at Beaumont Way, Langage.

The opening event included a ribbon-cutting together with tree planting by local apprentices who worked on the build. Short talks were given by partners involved in delivering the development and supporting future occupiers.

Two of Plymouth’s standout dining destinations are continuing to fly the flag for the city.

Acleaf at Boringdon Hall and Fletchers have both retained their Michelin stars, reaffirming their place among the very best restaurants in the country. In a sector where standards are relentlessly high and expectations even higher, maintaining a star speaks to consistency, creativity and serious attention to detail.

Friday 13th February
🌧️ Light Rain
High: 7°C | Low: -1°C

Saturday 14th February
☀️ SUNNY!!!
High: 8°C | Low: 5°C

Sunday 15th February
🌧️ Light Rain
High: 12°C | Low: 8°C

🍴 Àclèaf x Àclèaf Book Menu
7:30-9:30PM
Boringdon Hall

🎤 Laura Evans
7:30PM – 10:00PM
Marjon, Derriford Road

💌 Valentine's Retreat – Two Bridges Hotel
6:30PM – 8:00PM
Two Bridges Hotel, Princetown

🕵️‍♂️ Murder at the Moulin Rouge
7:00PM – 10:30PM
Home Park Stadium
Runs Friday 13th February only

🎬 Nouvelle Vague (12A)
7:00PM – 10:00PM
Plymouth Arts Cinema
Runs 13th – 18th February

🎬 No Other Choice (15)
7:30PM – 10:00PM
Plymouth Arts Cinema
Runs 13th – 19th February

😂 Shaggers Comedy Special
7:30PM – 10:00PM
Barbican Theatre
Runs Friday 13th February only

🍽️ Valentine’s Day Dinner at Future Inn Plymouth
5:00PM – 9:30PM
Fishbone Restaurant, Future Inn Plymouth
Runs 13th – 14th February

🎥 Classics in the Dome: The Red Shoes (1948)
10:00AM – 4:30PM
Market Hall
Runs 13th – 15th February

🎉 Valentines Party with Lush Plymouth
Drakes Circus
Runs 13th – 19th February (ongoing in-store event)

👻 2:22 A Ghost Story
Theatre Royal Plymouth
Runs 9th – 14th February

🎮 Plymouth Comic Con and Gaming Festival
7:00PM – 10:00PM
Plymouth Life Centre

📖 Write Your Own Fairytale Trail
10:00AM – 3:00PM
Buckland Abbey
Runs 14th February – 1st March

🐮 Unlimited FREE Returns to Pennywell Farm (Feb Half Term)
9:00AM – 4:00PM
Pennywell Farm
Runs 14th – 22nd February

🏡 Fairy House Trail at Saltram
10:00AM – 4:15PM
Saltram House
Runs 14th February – 1st March

🖼️ Journeys with Mai
10:00AM – 5:00PM
The Box
Runs 14th February – 14th June

🎭 The Magic Box: A Playful Show for Babies & Toddlers
11:00AM – 12:00PM
1:30PM – 2:30PM
The Soapbox Children’s Theatre

📚 Plymouth Literary Festival
Portland Square Building
Runs 14th – 15th February

🖋️ Plymouth Laureate of Words: The Class of 2025–27
University of Plymouth
Runs 14th – 15th February

🎶 Live Music with The Cabarats and Yeoland
7:30PM – 11:00PM
6 Mutley Plain

🍷 Journeys with Mai Valentine’s Tasting Event
6:15PM – 10:00PM
The Box

🎤 Jack Rhodes
8:00PM – 10:30PM
Marjon

🎨 Discord & Harmony
11:00AM – 5:00PM
KARST
Exhibition runs until 18th April (Wed–Sat opening)

🖌️ Beryl Cook: Pride and Joy
10:00AM – 5:00PM
The Box
Exhibition runs until 31st May (Tue–Sun opening)

🖼️ Beryl Cook Sculpture Trail
Various Locations, Plymouth
Runs until 31st July (ongoing city-wide trail)

🧵 Community Event: Make Fabric Workshops
10:15AM – 5:00PM
The Box
Runs until 28th March

🎶 Voices of Spring
3:00PM – 5:00PM
Paradise Road, Devonport

🎸 The Cabarats and Yeoland Live
7:30PM – 11:00PM
The Junction, Mutley

⚒️ Blacksmithing Skills
7:00PM – 9:00PM
The Crafts Workshop, Devonport

🎥 Classics in the Dome: The Red Shoes (1948)
10:00AM – 4:30PM
Market Hall
Final day (runs 13th – 15th February)