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.
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.
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.
Develop your printmaking practice in a relaxed, supportive studio environment with artist printmaker Barton Hargreaves.
While humpback whales are thriving, the world’s largest mammal — the blue whale — travels these same waters and continues to struggle for survival, raising urgent questions about the future of our oceans.
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.
Experience Pink Floyd’s legendary The Dark Side of the Moon in a breath taking 360° immersive dome experience. Combining stunning visuals, surround sound and one of the most iconic albums ever recorded, this unforgettable journey through space, time and imagination is a must-see for music fans and newcomers alike.
Experience a vibrant celebration of moving image culture, showcasing local and international artists through screenings, talks, expanded cinema and immersive events.
Monthly Lino Sessions on a Sunday Morning with Jess Van Baalen
Our Studio Print Sessions are designed for individuals looking to develop their printmaking skills in a supportive and professional environment.
Join us for a series of coding workshops where children and young people can explore game design, robotics, and creative coding in a friendly, supportive environment
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 creative four-week filmmaking journey designed for home educated young people with an interest in creativity and technology.
Join us for a series of after school coding workshops where children and young people can explore game design, robotics, and creative coding in a friendly, supportive environment
Discover the tallest viewing point in Plymouth! Explore the incredible historic Devonport Column with us.
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.