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.
Summer Savings are here!
We’re excited to share some fantastic news just in time for the summer holidays — Real Ideas is proud to be part of the UK’s Great British Summer Savings scheme, launching from 25th June 2026 to 1st September..
This government-backed initiative is designed to make family days out more affordable, with reduced costs on activities, attractions, and children’s meals across the UK.
And the best part? You can enjoy the savings right here with us.
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.
8th May - 2nd September
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.
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.
Join this intensive, hands-on Introduction to Garden Design Workshop and gain a clear, structured understanding of how garden design is developed.
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.
A group of young students from all over Cornwall coming together to create a never done before event to show off their creative abilities in a musical livestream!
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.
Join In The Making at Market Hall, Devonport for the Native Makers Summer Market and create your own felt pennant felt flag!
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.
A full day of creativity, community and fresh inspiration - all inside Devonport’s historic Market Hall as the sun shines into a bustling marketplace!
In this creative workshop, you’ll learn how to fold and assemble your own small handmade book, then decorate it using original prints made by our Printmakers at Devonport Print Studio.
Come along for a fun, family friendly Pilates session inside the incredible 360° immersive dome!
In this creative workshop, you’ll learn how to fold and assemble your own small handmade book, then decorate it using original prints made by our Printmakers at Devonport Print Studio.
In this creative workshop, you’ll learn how to fold and assemble your own small handmade book, then decorate it using original prints made by our Printmakers at Devonport Print Studio.
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.