FESTIVITIES AT ROYAL WILLIAM YARD
27th October 2022
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27th October 2022
Rainbows and Ribbons
Give the gift that will last a lifetime. Rainbows and Ribbons offer beautiful baby and toddler photography from her studio in Plymstock.
As a mother herself, she knows how quickly kids grow and change so it’s important to capture these moments forever. Owner Niki aims to capture beautiful expressions on your child’s face that you can treasure.
Niki offers a range of different styled photoshoots such as, Christmas, Special Occasions, Cake Smashing, Siblings and First Birthdays as well as standard portraits.
Silver Roots
New to Plymouth is Silver Roots, a gorgeous houseplant shop located in the Alma Yard. With so many different varieties to choose from, a plant for Christmas would make the perfect gift.
“We are on a plant mission. Our sustainable ethics are rooted very deep within the soil beds here and we now grow up to 80% of our plants in-house. This not only reduces carbon emissions from transport but also lets us pick peat-free & chemical-free products to nurture our plants from seed to sale. There are so many more benefits to growing in-house, so why don’t you join us on our journey through our social media platforms @silverroots_UK to find out more or visit us in-store.”
Paws 4 Treats
Christmas presents aren’t just for humans, our four-legged friends deserve to be treated too!
At Paws 4 Treats, there is no limit to what they can make into dog treats. A celebration cake? A roast dinner? A mince pie? There will be something your dog will enjoy. The ingredients are not only dog-friendly, they also have lots of health benefits too.
If you’d like to surprise your dog this Christmas just head to Paws4treats.co.uk and order your treats in time for the big day.
Flapjackery
Fancy some award-winning flapjacks delivered straight to your door or a visit to the shop located on the Historic Barbican?
FlapJackery offers artisan flapjacks handmade in Devon and have achieved an incredible five gold awards for each of its retail shops in the Taste of the West Hospitality & Retail Awards 2022. Visit the store on Southside Street to try them for yourself or head to their website to create your own Flapjack Box which will make a brilliant gift for any occasion.
FlapJackery is also launching an all-new and delicious Christmas Calendar which you can find out more within the magazine
Bogey Knights
Grab yourself a unique Christmas gift this year from Plymouth’s No.1 stop for Military Surplus and more.
Carved into the cliffside on Mutton Cove, Bogey Knights is a family-run business that specialises in the retail of Government surplus and equipment. They offer an abundance of military clothing, boots and camping equipment as well as chandlery for ships and boats and catering equipment, there’s nothing quite like Bogey Knights in the area.
If you’re looking for a truly unique and memorable gift this year for a camper, keen air-softer, DIY-er, gamer or weekend warrior, Bogey Knights have so much to offer and are also happy to announce they have recently added an all-new kids department.
Loco About Cocoa
For those chocoholics out there, it’s about time you tried Loco About Cocoa if you haven’t already.
Loco About Cocoa create chocolate boxes that are almost ‘too good to eat!’ Their luxury chocolates are handmade in Plymouth for all of your special occasions, whether it’s a Christmas present, a ‘Thank You’ gift, or simply a way of showing you care.
They also offer plant-based chocolate bars that are free from dairy, gluten, lactose and soya.
Kaya Gallery
Grab yourself a unique Christmas gift this year from the wonderful Kaya Gallery.
Kaya Gallery is a quaint, family-run art gallery located on Southside Street, The Barbican. They sell a wide range of artwork from local legends Robert Lenkiewicz and Brian Pollard, to surrealist photography by Terry Coxon and beautiful glasswork by M&D Glass and much more.
They have recently been awarded the hashtag #thepeoplesgallery due to their vast range of artwork available for everyone to purchase.
As a special Christmas treat, they are offering a large selection of pin badge sets from famous bands to films, actors, tv programmes, hobbies and football teams. They have around 150 different designs on offer as well as family inspired themed badges including family trees!
They are a unique gift that is meaningful and thoughtful as long as the customer knows the recipient’s interests then they will have found their perfect gift.
Soapbox Family Theatre
Stiltskin at the Soapbox Children’s Theatre combine storytelling, spectacular puppetry and fantastic characters to captivate the imaginations of children and their families.
This festive period Stiltskin present two magical performances, The Christmas Mouse and The Snow Cat at Yuletide. Join them for a wonderful experience in the Big Top with traditional drinks and cakes. These events are perfect for the whole family.
Find out more about the festive family winter shows at www.stiltskin.org.uk
Click 2 Travel
Rest-assured knowing your holiday is planned for you, all you have to do is hop on the plane and enjoy it!
Are you thinking of booking a holiday for your loved one(s) but don’t want the stress of the search? Click 2 Travel is a Plymouth-based travel agent with over 19 years experience in the travel industry.
Stevie, owner of Click 2 travel, can book anything from family holidays, weekend breaks, weddings, stag & hen dos and offers 24 hours a day support and 100% ATOL protected.
Tilly Ann Art
A hand-drawn print of your pet can be cherished for life. Tilly Ann is a self-taught artist offering various types of media in the form of pet portraits, human portraits, landscapes and bespoke pieces, located in Plymouth.
During lockdown when everything stopped, Tilly Ann decided to pick up her pencil after many years and kickstart her passion for art. She can offer coloured pencil drawing, pencil sketches, pen sketches, acrylic paint and watercolour prints in a variety of different sizes.
Enquire about your desired pet or baby portrait via her social media platforms or WhatsApp.
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