After Bristol, Plymouth is the largest shopping centre in the South West of England. In the pedestrianised city centre, a combination of boutiques and chain stores are reachable within walking distance.

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Transport links

Offering buses, coaches, trains and even ferries going to France, Plymouth has a wide range of public transport options. The trainline is on the route from London Paddington to Penzance, and many CrossCountry trains from Scotland and the North of England go to Plymouth.

Renting Prices

The average property rent in Plymouth is £804 pcm (per calendar month), and one-bedroom properties have an average rent of £499 pcm. Flats are generally lower rents than houses, with the average flat costing £600 pcm here, and the average house costing £1,067 pcm.

Nightlife

With pubs, bars and clubs, as well as a host of arts, culture, comedy and music events, Plymouth has a great selection of nightlife options.

Plymouth has a number of nightclubs, including both independent ones unique to the city and branches of popular chains such as Pryzm.

For a quieter night, the Barbican & Sutton Harbour is a unique, idyllic setting which includes pubs, cafes and restaurants with a range of cuisines, such as Indian, Greek, Japanese and Turkish.

Notable Attractions

Plymouth's stunning coastal walks and views, such as Plymouth Sounds, sets it apart from many British cities with striking seascapes giving tranquil escapes from the bustling centre.

Among the city's most popular attractions are the UK's biggest aquarium - National Marine Aquarium. Also worth a visit is Black Friars Distillery which is the oldest working gin distillery in England, situated in a building that dates to the early 1400s.

The economy in Plymouth

Plymouth's major sectors include the creative industries, marine,tourism and leisure. In many cases, these sectors overlap, with the growing creative hubs in the city contributing to the development, promotion and productivity of other industries, such as marine, manufacturing and health.

Education Institutions in Plymouth

University of Plymouth
Plymouth Marjon University

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