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Festive Good Food & Craft Market in Melville

Sunday, December 18

Christmas shoppers will have plenty of opportunities to browse for unique gifts, with three Good Food & Craft Markets set to take place at the Yard during December, offering festive food treats, and a variety of handmade arts and crafts from leading local traders and creatives – perfect for those looking for gifts with a difference.

Taking residence in its winter home at the Yard’s historic Melville Building and surrounding area. Our Christmas markets will take place on Sunday 4th, 11th and 18th December 10am – 3pm.

On Sunday 11th December we will be joined by the Kingsman Harmony Chorus for some festive cheer.

Children’s Christmas craft activities will run during the Sunday markets, offering fun for all the family, for free.

Getting here and staying here
Combine Christmas shopping with a day of relaxation – of even a festive mini-break! Visit the Yard’s vibrant array of bars and eateries, stay at the stunning Grade II listed Rooms by Bistrot Pierre, or treat yourself to a pamper during party season at Enhance Aesthetics and Wellness or YOKE.

Citybus number 34 service includes routes to the City Centre and the park-and-ride at Milehouse. The number 21 has a stop at Stonehouse that is only a short walk from Royal William Yard. 

Upcoming events

Monday, December 4
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Theatre Royal Plymouth presents the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Pins and Needles production of Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas. Adapted by Pins and Needles.
Tuesday, December 5
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Theatre Royal Plymouth presents the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Pins and Needles production of Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas. Adapted by Pins and Needles.
Wednesday, December 6
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“It Shouldn’t Be Like This.” A new play written by Jenny and Paul Shryane about homelessness in Plymouth.
Wednesday, December 6
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Theatre Royal Plymouth presents the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and Pins and Needles production of Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas. Adapted by Pins and Needles.

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