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.
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.
Learn how to create original artwork using drypoint, a technique where a sharp tool is used to scratch a design directly into a plate
Regular Thursday lunchtime screenings for parents and their little ones.
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.
A 6-week course exploring form, tone, colour and portraiture through structured sessions, guided practice and creative experimentation
At the very top of the globe, lies a spectacular, frozen realm. But don’t be fooled by appearances...this place is not frozen in time.
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.
Whale Super Highway explores the mysteries of the humpback whale, following their epic migration from the coast of Western Australia to Antarctica and back again
Sixteen pieces from thirteen countries across five continents are woven into this joyful 360° experience, designed especially for young audiences and their families.
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.
Featuring work by 69 artists from nine countries and more than 90 individual tapestries, Picking Up the Thread: The Past, Present and Future of Tapestry brings together a remarkable range of contemporary practice.
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.