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.
Travel from the mysterious past of the Red Planet to humanity’s future among the stars in this exciting back‑to‑back screening designed to inspire curiosity and wonder.
When their home reef is destroyed by a fishing trawler, three brave fish set out on a quest across the polluted ocean to find the Enchanted Reef — a mythical underwater haven free from humans.
Bring learning to life inside our Immersive Dome. Stunning fulldome films spark curiosity, build knowledge, inspire creativity, and deliver a memorable “wow” moment for learners of all ages.
Join us for a series of hands-on coding workshops where children and young people can explore game design, robotics, and creative coding in a friendly, supportive environment.
Embrace Yoga offers you a nourishing practice, designed to help you explore each posture with ease — no rushing, no pressure.
Our Studio Print Sessions are designed for individuals who want to develop their printing skills in a supportive, professional environment.
Join us for a series of hands-on coding workshops where children and young people can explore game design, robotics, and creative coding in a friendly, supportive environment.
This spoken word night is built around the theme “Moment in Time”, the kind that changes everything. It’s about the instant you meet someone who shifts your world a little, or the unexpected spark that alters your direction without warning.
Develop your etching skills, build confidence, and refine your creative practice in this supportive 6‑week block of Studio Print Sessions led by experienced printmaker and tutor Barton Hargreaves.
Bring learning to life inside our Immersive Dome. Stunning fulldome films spark curiosity, build knowledge, inspire creativity, and deliver a memorable “wow” moment for learners of all ages.
Join us for our monthly Classic In The Dome session! This March we are heading to Hollywood...
Blast off into space with CAPCOM GO! The Apollo Story & Astronaut in the Immersive Dome at Market Hall. A back to back of two incredible space journeys.
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.
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.
Market Hall, Plymouth
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.