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The official page of the Royal William Yard.

04/11/2026

Our 200 Exhibition returns

Back by popular demand, step into 200 years of extraordinary heritage and explore original artefacts, plans, images and stories in our self-guided exhibition, opening this Friday 6th November.

🗓️ Open from Fri 6th - Sun 29th November
🕚 11am - 5pm
📍 Melville Corner, opposite the Marina & Seco

Showcasing two centuries of fascinating history, this free exhibition invites you to discover a proud part of Plymouth's past. Don't miss it!

📷 Jay Stone, RWY Archive, Chris Robinson's Plymouth

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31/10/2026

Tomorrow at the Yard

Head to the iconic Melville building and courtyard from 10am – 3pm this Sunday 1st November, and explore unique crafts, handmade gifts, foodie treats, and more.

Also, don’t miss the final day of Yard’s FREE Artober exhibition in Melville Corner, showcasing local and national artists.

Parking will be limited, so please make use of alternative travel options - details can be found on the website.

30/10/2026

Don’t miss Artober!

Featuring locally and nationally renowned artists, visitors can discover original artworks, from landscapes and abstracts, to printmaking & more.

🗓️ Open everyday until Sunday 1st Nov, 11am - 4pm
📍 Melville Corner (opposite Seco and the Marina)

There's even more to enjoy this weekend, with the chance to learn a new skill and make your own pendant necklace (Saturday 31st), or enjoy live portraiture with Kathy Wray (Sunday 1st).

Find out more about Artober via the website: https://royalwilliamyard.com/whats-on/artober-exhibition-2

29/10/2026

Capturing the Yard 🎨

Earlier this month, artists, painters and sketchers were invited to capture the Yard’s extraordinary architecture, landscapes and waterfront views in just four hours.

The result? A collection of winning artworks showcasing the Yard through a range of styles and techniques. Congratulations to Sebastian Soper, who took home the overall prize, alongside runners-up Ronan Lear, David Fernandez Giron, Beck Curtis and Zi Jie Chan.

The winning pieces are currently on display as part of our Artober Exhibition, open until Sunday 1st November in Melville Corner

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📷 Codie Hobbs Photography

27/10/2026

Your Sunday Plans, Sorted

Join us this Sunday 1st November inside the iconic Melville building and Courtyard from 10am – 3pm to explore unique crafts, handmade gifts, foodie treats, and more.

Also, don’t miss the Yard’s FREE art exhibition, Artober, at Melville Corner, featuring locally and nationally renowned artists.

Parking will be limited, so please make use of alternative travel options - details can be found on the website.

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25/10/2026

FREE art exhibition

Experience Artober - our very own free festival of art, featuring both locally and nationally renowned artists.

Discover original artworks spanning landscapes, abstracts, printmaking, and more, alongside the winners of our Paint Out competition.

🗓️ Open everyday until 1st Nov, 11am - 4pm
📍 Melville Corner (Opposite Seco and the Marina)

Also, check out The South West Coast Path Photographer of the Year Exhibition, on display in Melville Event Space.

Find out more about Artober via the website:https://royalwilliamyard.com/artober

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19/10/2026

Artist in Residence

Having recently returned to make the Yard her home, painter and illustrator Sally Holt Illustration specialises in dog portraits – a perfect fit for our dog-friendly destination! Her own dogs, Freddy and Lily, are regular visitors to the studio too. 🐾

During the week, Sally uses the studio to create her own artwork and work on commissions. The doors open to visitors during the monthly Good Food & Craft Market and other events, when they can browse her artwork, buy prints and greeting cards, or have their dog photographed for a portrait commission.

Sally will also be exhibiting in our upcoming Artober exhibition. Find out more via our website: https://royalwilliamyard.com/whats-on/artober-exhibition-2

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14/10/2026

A weekend of art

Plymouth Art Weekender returns 16th-18th October for a city-wide celebration of Plymouth's rich and diverse creative community, with Royal William Yard among the venues taking part.

Discover artwork and installations, experience live art and dance performances, and meet the talented artists showcasing their work.

🗓️ Friday 16th - Sunday 18th October
🕚 11am - 4pm
📍Melville Event Space and Melville Corner

Here’s what you can discover at the Yard:

🎨 Affordable Art Market (Melville Corner)

🎨 Path Devon Hope Begins With a Home Exhibition

🎨 The South West Coast Path Photographer of the Year Exhibition

🎨 Body in Rhythm - Exhibition and Live Art Performances (Sat 17th & Sun 18th, 11:30am & 2:30pm) Rosieperdikeasart&crafts

🎨 ADRIFT - The Conscious Sisters

🎨 Live Painting from Polly Plouviez

🎨 Art from Emma Sprawson

🎨A Gift of Sound and Vision Installation (12pm-3pm, Steel Brew)

Want to find out more? Head to our Whats On page

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01752 600533

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http://www.royalwilliamyard.com/

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