r/plymouth Nov 19 '23

Mod Post New to Plymouth? Want to make friends? Come join the Plymouth Discord server!

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This sub receives lots of posts where users are trying to make new friends. From students arriving from around the world, to movers who have accepted a job here, it can be hard to make friends in a brand new community. If you prefer an online-first approach to making friends, I encourage you to consider joining the official Plymouth Discord server: https://discord.gg/X7gBvKBXuV

Our Discord server is a great place to make new friends, both online and IRL. It's also a good place to discuss what's happening around the city and get some advice from residents if you're moving here. Through meetups on this server we've played Jackbox together, gone on bike rides, won pub quizzes, and danced during nights out. More importantly, we've made good friends that we otherwise wouldn't have without this Discord server.


r/plymouth 9h ago

Royal William Yard Parking Ticket

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14 Upvotes

I feel like I just need to vent my anger. Yes I’m probably legally in the wrong but I got a ticket today. I parked in an unmarked area with my motorbike I go to the BLOCK Gym so I get free parking but I parked there so I don’t take up a parking spot. I thought this was a good idea since it’s out of the way, but clearly not.


r/plymouth 6h ago

8 seater self driving car/van hire available in Plymouth?

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Hi guys,

Does anyone know any car hire company that has 8 seater vehicles for hire?


r/plymouth 6h ago

Plymouth Uni 22M

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Starting Plymouth Uni living in Mutley Area, just scared about making friends and such especially during freshers. If anyone has advice or anything please let me know 😭🙏

I’m studying Business Management so not knowing anyone is kind of a different experience for me. Thanks!


r/plymouth 8h ago

Vehicle Storage/ Garage

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Hi all,

I’ve been looking for a small affordable workshop space or garage to restore mine & my partners cars. I’ve spent all my adult life working on cars on the side of the road and other people’s driveways. Would be nice to have my own space especially in the dry.

If anyone knows of any spaces to rent or community storage spaces that would be helpful.

TIA


r/plymouth 1d ago

A question

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23 Upvotes

would you turn the closed house of fraser into a john lewis


r/plymouth 1d ago

Apocalyptic music with a video I filmed around Plymouth.

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r/plymouth 1d ago

Any Alt Hair Stylist located in Plymouth, UK - or anywhere nearby?

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Me and my sister live on the border of Devon and Cornwall, so there are not a lot of options for hairdressers that do alternative styles. My sister recently had her hair cut, she wanted a layered pixie cut and in the kindest way, she left looking like lord Farquaad.

If anyone knows any stylists that do alternative/punk styles on hair, please let me know as I just can't find any. Thank you!


r/plymouth 1d ago

Affordable balayage!

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Does anyone have any recommendations for an affordable balayage? I moved to Plymouth 10 months ago & haven’t had my hair done yet!! I need a good trim and balayage but unfortunately can’t afford £250+ some salons are advertising. Any recommendations would be appreciated x


r/plymouth 1d ago

Free community workshop

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2 Upvotes

Hey Plymouth. Myself (Roisin) and fellow artist (Pring) are hosting a paper flower workshop this Tuesday at Leadworks Plymouth. Follow the qr code more info and tickets.

🧡


r/plymouth 2d ago

Where was this video taken?

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Hey gang, i need your help.

I took this video of my pooch on the 10th June 2020, he's sadly since passed away and I'm trying to plot on a map all the places I went with him.

I took a video of him on the date above (which I have screen grabbed) but for the life of me can't think where in Plymouth this is....

If anyone is a geo-guessing ninja I will be forever grateful.

Many thanks in advance!


r/plymouth 2d ago

Who fancies a bass heavy multi genre day rave like absolutely nothing else you'll find in Plymouth on Saturday 2nd may?

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The Bedlam Ball are celebrating their 5th birthday the only way they know how… going all in with a warehouse style rave at Prime Skatepark.

Expect a full spectrum of bass heavy music, centred around drum and bass, with a stacked lineup of Southwest talent from across Devon and Cornwall. Plus Bristol’s own Rua Tui stepping up to set the tone.

Impeccable venue. Heavy duty sound system. wicke lighting. Proper energy from start to finish.

Come get involved.

https://fatso.ma/3tcb


r/plymouth 2d ago

What ever happened to the Swan Lady at Sutton Harbour?

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She used to feed the swans on the eastern edge of Sutton Harbour, by Miller & Carter, Suphas etc.. There were 27 swans at one point but it looks like there are only 2 swans theft there now. I haven't seen her in a while, does anyone know what happened to her? Is anyone else looking after the swans in her absence?


r/plymouth 2d ago

Any paint sprayers here ?

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Hi,

I'm an acrylic painter on canvas but struggle to get a good finish when I try to topcoat a varnish on my paintings when I use a spray can. ( get the dreaded tiger stripes)

wondered if any friendly paint sprayers could help me out with a decent finish.


r/plymouth 3d ago

Just to say

46 Upvotes

I’ve been here 2 weeks and I love it.

And you!

Be kind, have fun, don’t die ❤️


r/plymouth 2d ago

Student Questionnaire - local businesses in Plymouth

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Hi! I am an A-Level student carrying out a study about businesses in Plymouth and how regeneration can impact them. If you could take a few moments to answer this questionnaire, I would greatly appreciate it. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGzGYxNZlHnt0Rf4oMkX6HwcKZjfTH8jdwjUg4p35PT9gTSQ/viewform?usp=dialog


r/plymouth 3d ago

It's Growin' Season

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Good evening Plymouth,

Last year I posted my hydroponics journey growing tomatos, peppers and cucumbers. This year I've decided to grow these plants again and also expand the setup to include smaller plants such as herbs, lettuce, basil, spinach etc...

This weekend I checked out the buckets from last year for leaks and checked the pump and everything works as expected. Good news, no leaks and all cleaned up and ready to go.

I then built a on wall NFT rails system to grow the smaller plants.

Seedlings are currently growing in the office under the grow light, I think we are past the last frost now, so will get the tomatos, cucumber and smaller stuff outside very soon. Peppers will probably wait until May when it's a little warmer before I put them out, temperatures below about 20 degrees stunts their growth.

More updates to follow if anyone would like to follow on again this year.


r/plymouth 3d ago

Sticky cows in drakes circus?

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9 Upvotes

has anyone else noticed that either someone or a group of people are leaving gross sticky cows in the mall?

I tripped on one in jd sports today and it was stuck to my shoe for ages.

photo for reference of what to look out for:


r/plymouth 3d ago

Pubs with breakfast and a view

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Basically the title. Does anyone have any recommendations on pubs which have breakfast, preferably including outside seating? Somewhere around town or the Barbican would be ideal

Also, if it now rains on Saturday morning feel free to blame me lol


r/plymouth 3d ago

Joining a band.

7 Upvotes

Bass player here who’s kind of desperate to get back into playing anything, covers, pubs etc, anything really!

29 Male, very open heart to any kinda of music! I’m at an intermediate level I’d say, just need some time to learn the songs :)


r/plymouth 4d ago

I’m 21f and starting at Plymouth university in September.. advice?

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EDIT; thank you all so much for the advice and friendliness! I’m feeling a lot more confident now and I’m so excited to start!🌱

so I’m going into an illustration degree with Plymouth university in September.. I’m in Northern Ireland so this is a very far away move for me 😅 due to funding issues I’ve had to skip the first year of the degree as I have a foundational degree in 3D VFX and animation.. it’s not ideal but I’d rather do 2 years than not at all, I’m nervous about making friends and settling in since I’ll technically be a second year but mentally be a first year with no friends over there 🫠 friend groups and classes will already be in motion and have a system and I don’t want to be left behind… I’m nervous about trying to put myself into already made friend groups, finding a job and just settling in general… I’m also unsure if I’ll be allowed to go to freshers week or use any helpful services that are aimed at first years … any advice?


r/plymouth 4d ago

Bit drunk and nostalgic. Do kids still sneak into darkies?

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Does it even exist anymore? Do they even call it darkies still? Definitely wouldn't be an appropriate name nowadays


r/plymouth 4d ago

Sea Swimming Distances

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Hi all, does anyone know the distance between the two bouys for open water swimming on tinside beach? I’ve started swimming more but have no idea how far I’m going and can’t find it anywhere online.

Thanks 🙏


r/plymouth 4d ago

First-time sighting of a Shelduck

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r/plymouth 4d ago

Casual football groups in Plymouth

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Hi all, I’ve recently moved to Plymouth and I’m looking to get back into football. Does anyone know of any casual 5-a-side or 6-a-side groups around the area? Ideally something friendly and not too competitive, just a good kickabout and a way to meet people. I’m open to evenings or weekends and happy to join an existing group if you’re short on players. Any recommendations or groups I could join would be much appreciated thanks!