Please keep community moving in our Facebook page and remember - support local!

We hit a 70% open rate last week, which proves Plympton really does care about what's happening on its doorstep. We have a bit of a lull in big events again this week, so I’m using this space to highlight some incredible local people raising money for great causes.

A quick note: None of the below are paid adverts. These are simply events or things we’ve chosen to share. We will always be honest if anything is an advert.

🏛️The 3 (well 2) Events (some charity focus!)

Focussing on some wonderful community work this week

1. Country and Western Evening - Fundraiser

16th May - this one is a little way away but well worth an early shout out!

Join Phoebe & Ella for a rootin-tootin Country and Western evening in aid of their fundraising efforts to go to Kenya in 2027 with Camps International.

BUY YOUR TICKET HERE: https://square.link/u/xbRlWfxz

On Saturday 16th May 2026 join us at Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre, PL7 2XS from 7.30pm for some line dancing fun.

We will have two instructor led line dancing sessions so brush off your cowboy boots and do-si-do on down.

Tickets cost £9 per person and include your choice of hotdog or bean chilli with nacho’s! The bar will be open selling a range of soft drinks and alcoholic drinks.

There will be raffle tickets available on the night, prize for best dressed and a photobooth.

All funds go towards their fundraising target for their Kenya Expedition in 2027.

Can’t make it but still want to offer your support?

We are looking for donations of raffle prizes so please get in touch or you can donate directly to the girls here:

Ella: https://gofund.me/a0669aee6

Phoebe: https://gofund.me/cd5c520d

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Country & Western Evening - Camps International Kenya Fundraiser | Facebook

2. Breast Cancer Now - Fundraising Event

Afternoon tea and wellbeing event at the Rees Wellbeing Centre, Plympton on the 1st of August 2026 for the Breast Cancer Now charity .

Breast Cancer Now is the UK’s leading breast cancer charity; combining science and research to inform treatment and support, so that everyone with breast cancer lives, and lives well.

Message from the organiser …..

I’m arranging an afternoon tea, stalls, information stands and little wellbeing workshops/taster sessions, along with a fantastic raffle.

I am at the start of my own Breast Cancer journey, so I thought I’d set up an afternoon tea event for the Breast Cancer Now charity as I have found their information leaflets and website so clear, helpful and supportive so far, and I find that it lifts my mood to give back and keep my brain busy.

I’m hoping to combine the fundraising side of this event with awareness raising, women’s wellness and a celebration of survivors and fighters on this journey.

I’m pulling together women’s health, local breast cancer support, wellbeing services, women’s small businesses/stalls (especially those run by breast cancer warriors).

I aim to provide wellbeing packs for ladies that attend who are currently fighting or have survived breast cancer and hopefully there will also be enough spare to donate to the Primrose Breast Care Unit in Plymouth for those who may be newly diagnosed, too unwell or unable to attend. I hope to provide information & items that would help for a moment of self care & useful at all stages of treatment; being diagnosed, surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and finally recovery.

I will also make several male/unisex packs and aim to have specific information available for other genders as breast cancer can affect anyone.

Keep an eye on the event to pre-book your afternoon teas, for details of attendees and to purchase raffle tickets. If you would like to donate to my Fundraiser prior to the event, please use the link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/claire-hambly-1...

(6) The Breast Tea Ever Fundraising (Breast Cancer Now), Wellbeing and Awareness Event | Facebook

💎 The 2 Gems

1. Yield Bakery

Outstanding pasties! What more can we say. Also they have a second store (Plymbridge Stores) - which is fantastic for those in and around Woodford. If you have not visited them yet - you really should!

2. Park Run

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! We happen to host one of the best at PlymValley every Saturday!

Full details here

Business Owner?

Want to reach Plympton's most engaged audience?

We hit 70% opens and 162 views last week. I’m looking for one local 'Spotlight Partner' for May.

If you want your business in front of 150+ local households, email me at plympton321@outlook.com.

Let’s show the town what you do.

💡 The 1 Tip: Shop Local!

That’s it, simple message. Shop Local - get out with our local traders and support our high-street!

A quick note: None of the below are paid adverts. These are simply events or things we’ve chosen to share. We will always be honest if anything is an advert.

🏛️The 3 Events (well 2 this week!)

We are a little light on events this week!

1. Plym Valley Railway

Various

If you have not, you really should get down and support this! Ran by volunteers and it really is a local gem. Details here Plym Valley Railway

2. One for the future - Plympton Lamb Fest

Join us for our Annual Family Fun Day at Plympton St Maurice Castle Green! Enjoy a day packed with activities, including games for all ages, a variety of local business and charity stalls, classic cars, exciting arena events, and, of course, a fantastic selection of food. Don't miss out on the fun

Details here - get it in your diary

💎 The 2 Gems

1. Your local pubs ….

Give Wetherspoons a miss this weekend and support some of your local pubs! The Colebrook Inn is one of the best in the area. Authentic and often have a band at the weekend - support local!

2. Hardwick Woods

The weather is looking good, have you visited Hardwick woods before?

Hardwick Wood is one of the five woods that make up the Woodland Trust’s Plymouth Woods, an oasis of calm right in the heart of Plymouth. Stroll through refreshing greenery and enjoy the changing colours of the seasons, from spring bluebells to the blazing hues of autumn.

Hardwick Wood - Visiting Woods - Woodland Trust

Are you a business owner?

I will keep this newsletter free and useful for everyone in Plympton. To do that, I’m looking for one local business a week to partner with. If you want to reach 145+ (and growing!) local households, let’s chat. What offers can you give our subscribers?

💡 The 1 Tip: OK, this is the weekend, but its awesome

A brilliant, free to attend service at the Rees Centre Wellbeing Hub during term time. Details below.

I was asked to share this by a follower! If you have things you would like shared, please let me know.

With a 70% open rate, 235 views and now 144 subscribers, this is proving very popular, please do like and share with friends and family.

Between us we can make this a real success, let’s build a community we are proud of.

A quick note: None of the below are paid adverts. These are simply events or things we’ve chosen to share. We will always be honest if anything is an advert.

🏛️The 3 Events

1. 150 Years of Plympton Library

Thursday, April 16th | 14:00 - 16:00

OK, whilst this might not be the weekend (its today!!!) we really should be celebrating this! Full details here

Throughout 2026 we will be celebrating 150 years of Plymouth Libraries.

Plympton Library is throwing a Community Party and everyone is invited! Come along for an afternoon of fun, community spirit, and a look back at our incredible history.

Whether you’ve been visiting for years or you’re new to the library, we’d love to celebrate this special milestone with you.

2. Get Your Disco On - well if you are Under 12

Friday 17th April

Get ready for an evening of music, dancing, and non-stop fun! 🎶💃🕺

📍 Venue: Harewood House, Plympton
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
🎧 DJ playing all the latest hits & party favourites

🍬 Tasty drinks & sweets available
💳 Cash & card payments accepted

☕ Parents, we’ve got you covered!
Relax in our dedicated seating area with a coffee while the kids enjoy the disco.

🎉 Don’t miss out – bring your friends and your best dance moves! Link below!

Easter Disco-Harewood House-Under 12s at Harewood House event tickets from TicketSource

3. Plympton Repair Cafe!

Saturday 18th 13:30 - 15:30 - Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre

This is a fantastic event! Details below:

Come along to the April Repair Cafe! Bring along your broken items and we’ll try our best to give them a new lease of life!

As always we’re happy to take a look at all items, from toys to electronics, to clothing to furniture! (Unfortunately we can’t repair bikes, scooters or any ride-on toys due to insurance, we also don’t have specific clock or jewellery fixers and these items often require specific expertise).

No need to book. Just come along between 1.30 and 3.30. Sometimes there may be a queue so bring a book or a friend and enjoy a cuppa whilst you wait.

Repairs are free but cash donations welcome. Refreshments available.

https://facebook.com/events/s/plympton-repair-cafe/1579968223080510/

💎 The 2 Gems

1. Didbeans!

This really is a special little coffee shop. Found at the top of the Ridgeway, serving fantastic coffee and food! If you have not been, you should! Tell them Plympton321 sent you!

2. St Maurice Bakery

We are spoilt with some wonderful Bakery’s in and around Plympton. St Maurice holds one of the best (in my opinion of course!). Well worth the little walk to go and visit them - trust us!

Are you a business owner?

I will keep this newsletter free and useful for everyone in Plympton. To do that, I’m looking for one local business a week to partner with. If you want to reach 145+ (and growing!) local households, let’s chat. What offers can you give our subscribers?

💡 The 1 Tip: The “Local £5” Challenge

I really really want to get this one moving, so lets give this another go! Please done be afraid, how is going to be first to post?

This isn’t a parking trick, it’s a town trick. If every adult in Plympton spent just £5 a week in a local independent shop instead of online or at a big supermarket, it would put millions back into our local economy.

The Challenge: This weekend, spend your “Local £5” on the Ridgeway or at any PL7 independent.

The Call to Action: When you do, take a quick photo of your coffee, your pasty, or your receipt and post it in the Facebook group with the tag #Plympton321. Let’s show our local traders some noise

Thank you for your support, lets create the community asset we all really need! Please do invite your friends and family.

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I started this because I was tired of scrolling through 47,000 Facebook followers just to find out what’s actually happening in our town. The goal is simple: 07:30 AM (ish!!) every Thursday, you get the “3-2-1” email in your inbox. Please do share this with your friends and family, the more people we have registered the more we can spread the word.

As we grow, I’m also working behind the scenes to secure exclusive discounts and perks from Plympton traders specifically for our subscribers. Supporting local shouldn’t just feel good, it should be worth your while.

A quick note: None of the below are paid adverts. These are simply events or things we’ve chosen to share. We will always be honest if anything is an advert.

🏛️The 3 Events

1. The “Light Up Plympton” Quiz Night

Plympton Conservative Club, Friday, April 10th | 19:30 Start

We all know how touch-and-go it was for our Christmas Lights last year. Let’s get behind the organisers and ensure this year's goes ahead. Expect local trivia that might even stump a lifelong Plymptonian. Teams of 4–6 recommended.

Booking is essential:

Book here

2. Lego at Plympton Library

Saturday, April 11th | 10:00 - 12:30

Got a big imagination in the house? The Library's Lego and Duplo club is one of the best free resources we have in PL7. Head down to see what the next generation of Plympton architects is building.

Full details here Lego at Plympton Library | PLYMOUTH.GOV.UK

Suitable for children over 5 years accompanied by a parent/guardian.

3. Fancy something a little different?

Harewood House, Saturday, April 11th | 11:00 - 16:00

Fancy something a little different? Wild Tribe Events are gathering a full hall of healers, readers, and spiritual sellers. Free entry for all.

💎 The 2 Gems

1. The Plympton “Castle Hill” Sunset Walk

Most people just see the ruins from the road, but the real gem is the walk up the bank at dusk. It’s the highest point in the immediate area with a 360-degree view of the town and out toward the Moors.

The Experience: It’s short, it’s historic, and if the weather holds, it’s the best “free” view in PL7. Perfect for clearing the head after a long week.

2. Plympton Cricket Club

Most people miss this, but the sun is out and season is starting! They have a bar, a kids academy on a Friday evening and a friendly this weekend on Sunday. Full details can be found here Plympton CC.

Such a friendly club and well worth a visit.

💡 The 1 Tip: The “Local £5” Challenge

This isn’t a parking trick, it’s a town trick. If every adult in Plympton spent just £5 a week in a local independent shop instead of online or at a big supermarket, it would put millions back into our local economy.

The Challenge: This weekend, spend your “Local £5” on the Ridgeway or at any PL7 independent.

The Call to Action: When you do, take a quick photo of your coffee, your pasty, or your receipt and post it in the Facebook group with the tag #Plympton321. Let’s show our local traders some noise

Thank you for your support, lets create the community asset we all really need! Please do invite your friends and family.

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This is down to all you wonderful people who have supported us. Thank you.

Between the new developments, the shifting shops on the Ridgeway, and the constant stream of events at our local pubs, it’s getting harder to keep up.

Most of us rely on Facebook groups to find out what’s happening, but let’s be honest: by the time you see a post about a local market or a gig at The George, it’s usually already over—or buried under 50 comments about the bins.

That’s why I’m launching Plympton321.

My goal is simple: To give you back your weekend planning time. Every Thursday morning at 8:00 AM, I’ll send you one crisp, 3-minute email. No politics, no rants, just:

3 Events: The best of what’s on in PL7 and nearby.

2 Gems: Spotlighting our independent shops, trails, and hidden spots.

1 Tip: A local “hack” to save you time or money in Plympton.

The first official issue drops this Thursday, April 9th.

Let’s make the most of living in the best part of Plymouth.

Sam - Founder