Royal William Yard
What’s on at The Yard Summer 2016
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Award-winning Good Food Market Join us on the first Sunday of every month Featuring the South West’s best independent suppliers
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River Cottage
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Wagamama
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Las Iguanas
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Mark Fielding Artist
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Hawthorn & Co
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Nikki Taylor Sculpture
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Ocean Studios Shop & Gallery
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Prezzo
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Seco Lounge
RIBA Award winning staircase
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Pay & display boat berths
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Cornish Interiors
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Le Vignoble
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Ferry service to the Barbican
140 space car park
Envy
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The Bakery
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ID Fashion
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The Green (Good Food Market) To the beach & tidal swimming pool
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19 Rockets & Rascals bike hire, coffee & street food Parking zones Office entrances South West Coast Path
Devil’s Point tidal pool
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Catch the no. 34 or 34a bus here to the city centre (every 15mins)
The Royal William Yard Ferry Enjoy one of the best water journeys in Plymouth on the Royal William Yard Ferry, which operates a regular service from Royal William Yard to the Barbican. The Ferry departs daily on the hour from The Yard, between 10am and 6pm; and at
30 minutes past each hour from the Barbican, between 10.30am - 6.30pm. The Ferry also calls at Mountbatten (Plymstock) upon request. Please note, times and services may vary due to seasonal weather conditions. Please visit our website for more information.
07979 152 008 www.royalwilliamyardharbour.co.uk
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22 July Towards the beach...
23 & 31 July Ocean Studios
YARD SESSIONS
The next Yard Sessions with live music from the highly talented Matt Sellors.
WORKSHOP
Sketchbooking and creative writing within Royal William Yard with Drifting Space.
6-28 August Residence One
7 August The Lawn
7 August Firestone Arch
9 August River Cottage
YARD YOGA
Outdoor and indoor yoga at The Yard. Feel invigorated by our energising morning sessions, clear some head space at lunch time or take in an early evening class to wind down... Vinyasa Flow
Wednesdays, 1 - 1.45pm, £3.00
Vinyasa Flow
Fridays, 5.45 - 6.45pm, £4.00
Ashtanga Yoga First & third Saturday of each month, 10.30 - 11.45am, £5.00
12 August The Lawn
12 August River Cottage
Please arrive 10 minutes before sessions start. Meet outside Rockets & Rascals, or on the lawn - look out for the yoga blackboard (or lots of people carrying yoga mats!). Please bring your own mat for weekday classes, and wear warm suitable clothing for outdoor classes.
23 July Le Vignoble
LE VIGNOBLE 4 BIRTHDAY PARTY TH
A celebration of Le Vignoble trading for four years. Join them for some unbeatable special offers, BBQ and DJ in the evening. 29 July The Lawn
29 July River Cottage
LIVE MUSIC & COCKTAIL CLUB
The Hot Club Duo of Stonehouse bring the gypsy jazz of 1930’s Paris to present day Blighty.
5-21 August Residence One gardens
5 August Towards the beach...
‘Summer of Colour’ by Cornwall’s acclaimed Doug Hinge and awardwinning textile artist Jackie Gale.
19 August Towards the beach...
26 August The Lawn
26 August River Cottage
28 August River Cottage
GOOD FOOD MARKET
Good Food Market with Pennywell Farm, 10am - 3pm. Face-painting, Plymouth Morris Men and the Pennywell Farm Roadshow cuddle a mini-pig at The Yard!
2 Sept Towards the beach...
Come and party with us on August Bank Holiday Sunday from 6-10pm, with a special shindig. Live music from Dumbo’s Feather, welly wanging, BBQ, children’s crafts, games and plenty of fun.
YARD SESSIONS
11 Sept The Harbour
11 Sept Ocean Studios
Another Yard Session with live music, BBQ and drinks from 5-7pm with Jack Turner.
RNLI OPEN DAY
The Plymouth Life Boat opens its doors to the public for a unique opportunity to step aboard, explore the boat, meet the crew and learn more about the RNLI. A great day out for all the family.
CREATIVE COLLECTIVE WEDDING MARKET
CHESTNUT APPEAL SWIM
CATCH & COOK
3-4 September Market in Factory Cooperage; entertainment everywhere!
Watch around 100 swimmers take part in the charity swim from Firestone Arch to Drakes Island and back, all in order to raise money for local charity Chestnut Appeal.
WEEKEND OF WONDERS
Discover the joys of sustainable fishing on the beautiful waters of South Devon on a day course offering great food and expert guidance, led by the team from River Cottage. Book in advance at www.rivercottage.net/ cookery-courses/fish/catch-and-cook
Royal William Yard and The Invisible Circus proudly presents the glorious return of the Weekend of Wonders, International Street Performance Festival! Back by popular demand for one weekend only. See spectacular international street shows with a dazzling musical score, alongside your favourite artisan food, drink and craft stalls. Fun for all the family!
YARD SESSIONS
Alex Hart entertains at this Friday evening Yard Session, from 5-7pm.
LIVE MUSIC & COCKTAIL CLUB
4-25 Sept Residence One
YARD SESSIONS
8 Sept Le Vignoble
Lizzie Cornish will be live from 5-7pm. There’ll be a BBQ, beers and wine available - perfect for chilling out after a long week at work.
BBQ & wine tasting with Valdivieso, Chile
Join Le Vignoble for a BBQ and wine tasting from Valdivieso. 9 Sept The Lawn
YARD SESSIONS
Kick back and relax from 5-7pm outside with live music from Chris Davis. BBQ and drinks available.
LIVE MUSIC & COCKTAIL CLUB
SEPTEMBER ART EXHIBITION
15 Sept Le Vignoble
‘Simplicity’ By Ben Jeffery - one of the UK’s most talented artists.
9 Sept River Cottage
One man Texas Band, Slim Semora will get you tapping your feet with his finger picking tunes and raspy vocals, from 6pm.
YARD SESSIONS
The penultimate Yard Session of the summer, with live music from Jack Cookson.
LIVE MUSIC & COCKTAIL CLUB
Toe-tapping country blues and old time twiddlebilly from the wildest frontier of all…. The River Tamar. From 6pm.
OUTDOOR CINEMA
ROMEO & JULIET
15-17 September The Lawn
The Barbican Theatre stage a beautiful, heart rending and accessible version of Shakespeare’s classic romance staged outdoors in a secret garden within The Yard. Tickets can be purchased from www.barbicantheatre.co.uk
The Big Lebowski - 15 September Dirty Dancing - 16 September Ghostbusters - 17 September
Please note - all information is correct at time of going to press, but may be subject to change. Visit www.royalwilliamyard.com or @royalwilliamyd for the latest updates.
Tickets available from www.plymouthartscentre.org
ID Fashion Show at Le Vignoble
Join ID Fashion at Le Vignoble for a sophisticated evening of fashion, fun and style. 16 Sept Towards the beach...
18 Sept
YARD SESSIONS
Andy Quick returns for the final Yard Session of the summer. BBQ, beers, wine and deckchairs!
GRAN FONDO
Plymouth Gran Fondo is back for the two longest and most demanding routes of this popular cycling challenge - starting and finishing in The Yard.
23 Sept River Cottage
Live Music & Cocktail Club
Internationally recognised for her high quality vocals and songwriting skills, Joanna Cooke joins with Nathan to provide an evening of laid-back music, from 6pm.
23-25 Sept Ocean Studios
Plymouth Art Weekender
Ocean Studios, along with Urban Splash, join others around the city to host a programme of exhibitions and events in association with Visual Arts Plymouth.
Bring out the bubbly and blankets! Plymouth Art Centre’s Open Air Cinema returns to the lawn.
YARD SESSIONS
Pull up a deckchair, grab a drink and unwind listening to the soothing sounds of Joanna Cooke live.
BANK HOLIDAY SHINDIG
A wedding market featuring all things wedding from dress designers, stationery creators, hat and veil specialists to vintage and designer crockery providers.
Relax and enjoy the sounds of new life being breathed into traditional English folk songs with Harbootle and Jonas.
YARD SESSIONS
Ryan Jones leads the Yard Sessions - a chance to relax and unwind after a hard week’s work.
AUGUST ART EXHIBITION
25 Sept River Cottage
Children’s Art Workshop 11am - 12pm. Relax over a coffee while the little ones create their masterpieces in this fun workshop. Booking essential. Free admission.