We love Plymouth.
I could easily start and finish this blog post with that single sentence considering it communicates what I want to say but let me elaborate just a little.
I was born and raised in this city and am still so happy to call it home.
It’s a city with so much to offer to so many people but for whatever reason its value has often been downplayed. Anyone who lives here will know what I mean. Us Janners don’t like to brag about our fine city and I’ve never quite been able to work out exactly why.
Perhaps it’s genuine modesty or even a desire to keep this somewhat hidden gem to ourselves. For many years people would say the extreme damage Plymouth received during the Blitz in World War 2 had a significant impact on the culture here. The classic architecture that had stood for many years across the city centre was flattened and now only aspects of these buildings are left in areas like the cobbled streets of the Barbican.
Gladly I have noticed a significant change over the last decade or so as migrants into the city and local residents alike have more readily recognised the true value of this city by the sea.
This transformation to the events in Plymouth really is something that we should all be proud of and it certainly hasn’t happened without the time, dedication and vision of a number of people over a number of years.
One of the major changes in recent years has been the proliferation of top quality events in Plymouth. The city now boasts a truly world class events calendar with something for everyone.
For many years the annual British Fireworks Championships was one of very few exciting events that locals and visitors could enjoy. Happily this has been added to by a whole host of others.
There are mouth-watering culinary delights at Flavour Fest, Seafood & Harbour Festival and a number of small street food events across the city.
There is a whole host of family fun to be had at the Pirates Weekend and the West End Carnival. Bonfire night on the Hoe has become increasingly popular (and the bonfire ever larger!) and the Illuminate light festival is always sure to wow the crowds at the Royal William Yard.
The list goes on and on; Plymouth Armed Forces Day, the Open Air Cinema, Ocean City Blues N Jazz Festival, Plymouth Art Weekender, Plymouth Fringe and so many more.
The city comes alive when international quality sporting events come to town like Sail GP or the America’s Cup both of which have utilised the unique and beautiful Plymouth Sound which has recently been allocated as a marine park to further maximise the potential of the environment; financially, environmentally and socially.
This transformation to the events in Plymouth really is something that we should all be proud of and it certainly hasn’t happened without the time, dedication and vision of a number of people over a number of years.
With the redevelopment of key parts of the city too, like Drake Circus, Royal William Yard, The Bar Code, The Box and several other areas, Plymouth is increasingly realising its potential and it’s great to be here to witness the changes.
I’m not alone in my love of this city and it is something that is truly a hallmark of us all at Cornerstone Vision.
For many years through the Plymouth Magazine, Plymouth Shopper and now the Plymouth Chronicle we have been raising awareness of these positive changes and giving a voice to those visionaries who want to see the city prosper.
It’s been quite a journey and we’re confident the best is yet to come.
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