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.
Calling all young inventors, storytellers, and future engineers! Step into a world where creativity and technology come together in our LEGO Robotics Workshop.
An immersive experience set in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, the story highlights the extraordinary diversity and complexity of insect life through the intertwined journeys of a praying mantis and a butterfly.
Unleash your creativity with Micro:bit in this exciting, hands‑on workshop. Children will code, experiment, and complete fun challenges using these tiny but powerful computers
A fabulous double bill of National Space Centre films all about Mars, featuring their newest 360 film 'One Step Beyond'.
Join us this half term for a creative lino printing short course designed especially for young adults (11+).
The Bambini Symphonique film is a magnificent 360° immersive dome production that allows children to discover traditional melodies rich in stories and sounds.
When their home reef is destroyed by a fishing trawler, three brave fish set out on a quest across the polluted ocean
Embrace Yoga offers you a nourishing practice, designed to help you explore each posture with ease — no rushing, no pressure.
Whale Super Highway explores the mysteries of the humpback whale, following their migration from the top of Western Australia to Antarctica and back again
Enjoy a complimentary buffet lunch and a variety of gentle, fun activities for children of all ages.
The Bambini Symphonique film is a magnificent 360° immersive dome production that allows children to discover traditional melodies rich in stories and sounds.
Join podcast host Keith Wallis for this talk delving into the murkier side of Cornwall’s past.
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.