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.
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.
Our Story with David Attenborough
Real Ideas have collaborated with the award-winning production crew at Bristol-based Open Planet Studios to rework ‘Our Story’, a breathtaking Attenborough-led storytelling experience that combines gigantic animations and stunning projections, real-world footage and full 360° immersion.
Our Story is a 50-minute-long filmic piece presented by Sir David as he draws on his lifetime of exploration to tell this incredible tale of people and planet.
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.
Sixteen pieces from thirteen countries across five continents are woven into this joyful 360° experience
A breath-taking 360 full-dome experience that traces Cornwall's extraordinary evolution. From the creation of granite to the ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution and the dawning of space age, the film follows the minerals that shapes the nation.
A fabulous double bill of National Space Centre films all about Mars, featuring their newest immersive 360 film
At the heart of BENCHES exhibition is an immersive 12-minute art film that invites audiences into Tim Hart’s extraordinary world of benches and overlooked everyday objects.
At the heart of BENCHES exhibition is an immersive 12-minute art film that invites audiences into Tim Hart’s extraordinary world of benches and overlooked everyday objects.
At the heart of BENCHES exhibition is an immersive 12-minute art film that invites audiences into Tim Hart’s extraordinary world of benches and overlooked everyday objects.
Step into a deeply restorative experience inside our stunning dome. In this session, Jem from RebalanceU will guide you through a calming meditation enhanced by three holistic practices:
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.
Using silk screens, you’ll create your own unique monotype artwork by cutting bespoke stencils, experimenting with colour blends, and exploring layered compositions.
A breath-taking 360 full-dome experience that traces Cornwall's extraordinary evolution. From the creation of granite to the ingenuity of the Industrial Revolution and the dawning of space age, the film follows the minerals that shapes the nation.
With small group numbers and expert guidance, this course offers the ideal environment to develop your printmaking skills with confidence.
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.
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.