Real Ideas: Where Creativity Meets Opportunity
Real Ideas works to solve problems and create opportunities that regenerate communities, support businesses to grow, individuals to progress and lead fulfilling lives. Our focus is culture and the creative industries, using socially enterprising approaches to deliver positive economic, social and environmental outcomes.
Our Story with David Attenborough
Our Story with David Attenborough, is a breathtaking Attenborough-led storytelling experience that combines gigantic animations and stunning projections, real-world footage and full 360° immersion.
A filmic piece presented by Sir David as he draws on his lifetime of exploration to tell this incredible tale of people and planet.
Inspiring better futures through creativity and innovation.
Real Ideas is comprised of multiple teams, each growing a specific area of practice in relation to our core themes: engaging people and communities; supporting creative businesses to start, grow and thrive; connecting children and young people with creative digital opportunities; working with individuals to develop pathways to positive futures; immersive innovation; place-based regeneration and consultancy. These areas of work are often delivered in our buildings, Market Hall and Devonport Guildhall (the Devonport Creative Quarter) and Liskeard Library.
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Creating space for opportunity.
We open doors to opportunity. Whether you're looking for inspiring events, dynamic venues, business support, or ways to learn and grow, we create the spaces—physical and digital—for people and ideas to thrive.
Consultancy & Projects
Through the Real Ideas Nature and Neighbourhoods team, we offer consultancy, supporting organisations and communities of all sizes.
Devonport Creative Quarter
The Devonport Creative Quarter drives Createch and Creative Industries growth by bringing together artists, technologists, the community, and partners to co-create new opportunities.
Education & Community
Opportunities in creative digital learning for children, families, schools and groups.
Pathways
Opportunities to nurture ambition, creativity and future potential.
Innovation & Research
Exploring the intersection of creativity, technology and innovation.
Creative Futures
Providing targeted support and skills development for creative digital careers and businesses.
What's on at Real Ideas.
Explore events across our spaces – from immersive dome shows and creative workshops, to markets, talks and community gatherings. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Changing Tides: Guiding lights, navigating storms, waves of possibility
Develop your printmaking practice in a relaxed, supportive studio environment with artist printmaker Barton Hargreaves.
Experience Pink Floyd’s legendary The Dark Side of the Moon in a breath taking 360° immersive dome experience. Combining stunning visuals, surround sound and one of the most iconic albums ever recorded, this unforgettable journey through space, time and imagination is a must-see for music fans and newcomers alike.
Discover the creative possibilities of Photopolymer Gravure in this intensive one-day workshop led by artist printmaker Barton Hargreaves.
Sixteen pieces from thirteen countries across five continents are woven into this joyful 360° experience, designed especially for young audiences and their families.
A 50 minute-long filmic piece following Sir David as he draws on his lifetime of exploration to tell this incredible tale of people and planet.
While humpback whales are thriving, the world’s largest mammal — the blue whale — travels these same waters and continues to struggle for survival, raising urgent questions about the future of our oceans.
Discover the expressive possibilities of Mono Printing with artist and printmaker Ruby Bradshaw as part of Plymouth Art Weekender 2026.
A 50 minute-long filmic piece following Sir David as he draws on his lifetime of exploration to tell this incredible tale of people and planet.
Discover the expressive possibilities of Mono Printing with artist and printmaker Ruby Bradshaw as part of Plymouth Art Weekender 2026.
Experience the Northern Lights inside Market Hall's immersive dome. Featuring breathtaking 360° aurora footage and live piano from acclaimed composer Roman Zavada, Résonances Boréales is a stunning audio-visual journey through the landscapes of Canada's Far North.
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Experience the Northern Lights inside Market Hall's immersive dome. Featuring breathtaking 360° aurora footage and live piano from acclaimed composer Roman Zavada, Résonances Boréales is a stunning audio-visual journey through the landscapes of Canada's Far North.
Spaces designed to inspire, create and connect.
From historic landmarks to high-tech hubs, our spaces bring people together to learn, work, collaborate and imagine new possibilities- right at the heart of their community.
Market Hall
A vibrant hub for immersive experiences, learning, co-working and community, Market Hall brings world-class digital technology together with creativity and people.
Devonport Guildhall
A new creative hub offering access to studios, print facilities, and collaborative programmes that support connection and creative development.
Liskeard Library
A beautifully restored Grade II listed building, which is more than a library - it’s a vibrant community hub. Reimagined by Real Ideas, it blends books, learning, co-working, and creativity with a warm local welcome.