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Let’s be honest, it’s never been a beauty. Built in the early 2000s, it stands as a stark, orange monolith in the heart of our city, a testament to cost-cutting and, frankly, a lack of vision. It’s a classic example of how rushed development and financial constraints can lead to architectural eyesores. The original design, […]

If you’ve ever wandered through the bustling heart of Plymouth, you’ve likely encountered the striking silhouette of Charles Cross Church. It’s more than just a beautiful building; it’s a powerful symbol of resilience and a poignant reminder of Plymouth’s wartime experience. A History Forged in Fire Originally built in the 16th century, Charles Cross Church […]

The Rebuilding Plymouth project is meticulously recreating the city’s lost architecture, offering a fascinating glimpse into its rich history. This project is more than just a digital model; it’s a community effort, relying on the memories and artifacts of Plymouth residents. By sharing old photos, plans, and sketches, we can all contribute to bringing Plymouth’s […]

Why relics of the past can captivate you, your whole life I grew up in a suburb of Plymouth. This neighborhood was what you might call “punchy”—the kind of place where you could get punched in the face by a passerby for seemingly no reason. But that was probably as bad as it got, aside […]

I wasn’t sure when the last day of school was. I could have asked my mum or a teacher, but they either didn’t know or didn’t care. Learning all I could about Picasso and his masterpiece Guernica with a mid-level art grade seemed enough. Either way, those grades weren’t required for my first job as a warehouse […]