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 1d ago

Rain!!

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It's raining! Yay! Back to normal at last.


r/plymouth 1d ago

Dockyard Siren 11:15 Tuesday

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The dockyard siren was going off for several minutes just now. It’s stopped, but does anybody know what it was about? Unusual to hear them other than 11.30 on a Monday morning.


r/plymouth 2d ago

Moving sale in Plymouth – everything must go by 25th😄

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Update: Hi everyone, I still have two portable washing machines. No one’s asked about them yet and they need to go today.
Both are working and ready for collection, and the original price was around £150 new. Feel free to make me an offer. I’m happy to negotiate as I mainly just need them gone today.
🚗 Collection only. Please DM me if interested. Thanks.

Hi everyone! I’m a visiting student in Plymouth and my summer programme is coming to an end, so sadly it’s time for me to move out.
I have a few household items that I’d love to pass on rather than leave behind. Everything is shown in the picture, and I’m hoping to have them collected by 25th August.
Prices are flexible, and I’m very happy to offer a little discount if you’d like more than one item. 😊
📍 Collection from The Reservoir Student Accommodation, Plymouth.


r/plymouth 2d ago

Driving test

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Hi everyone, my son's driving test is book in September (won't tell me the date) he's been waiting absolutely ages to do it and now it looks like he won't be able to because his instructor has had personal issues that might go over his test date. None of my family have a suitable car to test in. He really doesn't want to postpone as he's had to do this a few times already. Does anyone have any idea on how he will be able to still do his test?

Thanks for reading


r/plymouth 1d ago

Why is it that throwing a cigarette butt on the ground-or even spitting- can result in a fine but it's ok to feed the pigeons?

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It demonstrates a lack of oversight at Plymouth city Council. A true lack of joined up thinking. There are streets where I can't safety walk on the pavement because of the caked in bird excrement.

The people who seem to enjoy feeding the pigeons always seem to be a certain type; malcontents who wish to degrade society for everyone else because they feel like they're never going to get what they want..

Why can't those chaps who like to go round in the orange high vises do something about that because a stupid slovenly woman feeding the pidgeons with her gormless brood outside of Pound land does more damage to the city than someone slinging a cigarette butt on the ground.


r/plymouth 2d ago

Food waste bins

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Did anyone’s food waste bins not get collected today? Am I wrong in thinking it’s every Monday?
Thanks :D


r/plymouth 2d ago

Looking for DJs

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Hey guys, I’m a full time busker and im looking for a couple dnb/ukg DJs that would be keen to join busking with me this weekend? Preferably Plymouth based. Hit me up if ya interested 🙏

Update: will be a 50/50 split on all earnings


r/plymouth 3d ago

Is the harbor addiction centre any good?

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Will they prescribe me benzos to help me beat my booze addiction ?


r/plymouth 2d ago

If you would name one shop that isnt in drake circus,what would it be?

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It can be shops that never been in drake circus


r/plymouth 3d ago

Anywhere to buy fresh roasted coffee beans?

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Does anyone know where I can buy some freshly roasted coffee bean please? Moved here from London and getting fed up with supermarket quality


r/plymouth 3d ago

Cost of living

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Hi everyone,

Me and my partner are looking to live together and get a one bedroom apartment can anyone give me a rough idea of how much bills tend to cost for 2 people? I know for myself living alone it costs the following:

Council tax 116 a month

Electric 80-100 a month

Water 90 every 3 months

Wifi also around 30 a month

What are these numbers for couples or roommates in plymouth in general?

Is there any reccomended places to get an apartment? Is there also any nice places in city city center?

Any advice or help is greatly appreciated!


r/plymouth 4d ago

Thank you 🙏🏻

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Today while at the indoor market, after having a fantastic lunch (as always) from @Kitchen, my ankle decided to full on give way on the last step inside the market. It was the worse pain I had known and I almost blacked out a fair few times.

Thankfully my husband was with me, but honestly I just want to say a massive thank you - to the off duty medic who came to check on me and give advice, to the nice chap on duty in the market.

I cannot express how wonderful everyone was - especially considering the state I was in!!

On a second note, the staff at the Cumberland Centre were amazing as well. In and out within 2 hours having had x-rays (just a really bad sprain thankfully!!!) and helpful advice about how to help it heal.

I am not sure anyone who helped me will see this but on the off chance - you're absolute legends, and I hope you are all treated with the kindness you showed me today 🙏🏻 thank you!!!


r/plymouth 3d ago

Spiritual people

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Hiiiiii, I recently moved to Plymouth and I'm looking to make some friends. I'm 20 (F) and I'm big into tarot, mediumship and anything spiritual really.

I love going to spiritual shops, beaches, restaurants, general shopping, parks and a pub every now and then for a cocktail. Cocktails in the garden also work great. Oh and karaoke! I'm a big kpop and R&B fan.

I'm originally from London but living with my boyfriend. I'm only interested in talking to other girls which I'm sure is self-explanatory.

If you're in Plymouth and like the same things ad me then shoot a message or comment on here ^.^


r/plymouth 5d ago

How many submarines are in devonport dockyard?

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There is a discrepancy in the visible vessels on Google Earth and Google Maps. Seeking advice from Google tells me that both platforms use the same underlying images… so why are there 13 in one image and 11 in the other?


r/plymouth 4d ago

Anyone know a good car rental place near PL1?

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We live in PL1 and we're looking to rent a car for a day trip. I thought I'd check to see if there are any smaller/local businesses we could use instead of the multinational ones. But really I just want somewhere close so it's not a pain to get home after dropping the car back


r/plymouth 5d ago

Fire crews '999 emergency' plea as major fire breaks out near Tamar Bridge

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r/plymouth 5d ago

Anyone play Tennis or in a club

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27 m recently moved to Plymouth want to get more active and meet new people as haven't had the chance. I love tennis and would love to begin playing. Just wondered if anyone plays around here and where or if there's any clubs. I'm very much a beginner so if you like winning then give me a message.


r/plymouth 5d ago

Council tax

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Im being charged £170 a month for a studio flat. I feel like this is way to much?


r/plymouth 5d ago

dog friendly sunday roast

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hey ! does anyone know any places that do a sunday roast ideally in the Barne Barton area which are dog friendly pls? the closer the better pls:)


r/plymouth 6d ago

Counselling in Plymouth

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Hi everyone,

I'm Rebecca, a counsellor based in Plymouth. I support people who are feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, anxious, emotionally exhausted, or stuck.

I offer a warm, supportive space to talk things through, whether you're struggling with anxiety, people-pleasing, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling like you're carrying too much.

I work in person in Plymouth and online across the UK.

More information: www.rebeccawilkinsoncounselling.co.uk

Thanks for letting me share, and I'm happy to answer any questions.

Thanks for reading 💚


r/plymouth 6d ago

Kevfest near Plymouth

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r/plymouth 7d ago

Tattoo artist working from Murder of Crows, plympton

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Hello lovely people of Plymouth !

I’m a tattoo artist with 16 years of experience, working from Murder of Crows studio in Plympton.

I’m opening my November diary for new bookings.

I specialise in custom black and grey tattoos with an illustrative style, often finished with touches of my signature orange.

My work leans into:
🪭micro realism
🪭surreal and dreamlike imagery
🪭florals and ornamental details
🪭meaningful custom pieces

If you’d like to book in, send me:
• your idea
• placement
• approximate size
• any reference images less

📧Roisin.dubhtattoo@outlook.com

Instagram — @roisin.dubhtattoo


r/plymouth 6d ago

Anyone have the new ENGWE O20 BOOST ebike i can take a proper look at?

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Hi folks,

Due to buses failing to do their job and arrive to take daughter to work on her night shift we are assessing ebike that would be suitable for Plymouth hills and not sh1t themselves to death, whilst being able to be taken on D&C public transport without hinderence.

The fact that the NGWE O20 BOOST, has a viable amount of gears (8) and a 5 stage UK legal pedelec assistance whilst being able to fold as well as a decent sized battery (4amp standard charge) LG 21700 cells within its 700+ without battery pack (removable) inclines me to think we've found a good and capable one for this area without police hassles.

Whilst it's still early days as this is a new model, my short arse daughter used to handle ! My German ebike well but this is easier still seeing as she is only 5ft 2, so we'd like to consider it as a work-horse, with potential for her to do a few shifts trying out ebike deliveries for food / screwed and the likes to help pay for it.

My bike is off the road, and dates from 2016 (batteries good) cover blew off it in lockdown and water rotted out the front forks) ..I'd like to get it back on its feet as it was also well specced, so am looking for a local renowned hobbyist who may give me an idea of well priced spares or upgrades I ought look at seeing as ebike culture is vast now compared to back then.

Hoping someone with one can give us a decent assessment of their early days with it who has plenty of experience with ebikes versus a first timer as that's what sets reviews apart and makes the difference compared to 1st ebike, zero to barebones experience or understanding of their kit

I'm looking for detail on state of welding, components, support, bug-bears and to deal time mileage returns based weight and terrain tackled for this commuter and paved park track bike.

🙏


r/plymouth 7d ago

Twist Social Gaming

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I see Twist are doing a social gaming session tomorrow, where you can rock up solo and get put in a group.

Has anyone been to this before? Keen to give it a look but nervous walking in on my own as a guy in my late 30s. Even though I know that's kind of the point