February 16, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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Plymouth Hoe – After the storms of Feb 14th 2014

A 3rd storm hit the Plymouth Waterfront and this time with near hurricane force winds. Rather than show another stream of wave videos as we’ve done for the 8th Feb and 5th Feb I’ll show you how the waterfront looked on February 15th the day after…

The waterfront has suffer minor damage in areas with a few repairs needed, BUT the vast majority is intact and almost all the businesses are open as usual with 1-2 businesses needing repairs before they reopen.

A thank you to all who shared photos and videos this week, especially Jason Kiely (Twitter: @Plymouth_pc).

February 8, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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Plymouth Storm of 8th February 2014

Another storm front slammed into UK bringing potentially stronger winds than the previous storm which caused some damage. Here is a round up of social media around the storm of the 8th Feb 2014…

February 7, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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Plymouth warned to be safe and prepared for severe weather

Residents and businesses in Plymouth are being warned to expect more heavy rain and strong winds this weekend.

The latest information from the Met Officer is for high winds, large waves and heavy rain affecting the region tonight (Friday) and into the weekend. High tide is expected at around 11.07pm.

On Friday afternoon officers from Plymouth City Council’s Civil Protection Unit and police community support officers will be going door-to-door around the Hoe to provide advice and support to residents ahead of the next spell of bad weather.

A multi-agency command centre will be opened at Plymouth by police on Friday evening and will run throughout the night into the morning.

Residents are advised to:

  • Stay away from seafronts and quays, and resist the urge to sightsee. Waves are likely to be carrying rocks and other debris, do not put yourself at risk.
  • Take care if walking on beaches and around cliffs in the bad weather. The speed and force of large waves can easily take you by surprise.
  • Take extra care on the roads. Be aware of surface water, fallen trees and debris and do not attempt to drive through flood water.
  • Check with vulnerable neighbours in case they need help during the next few days.

People are asked to please report incidents of flooding on Plymouth roads by emailing plymouth.watchman@amey.co.uk or phoning 01752 668000. In an emergency call 999.

Keep up to date with the latest information from the Met Office and Environment Agency. Alternatively follow us on Twitter @PlymouthRoads, @plymouthcc and @DC_Police.

Source: Plymouth City Council

February 5, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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The Plymouth Hoe hit by huge storm

We’ve had a few storms recently, but the one which started on the 4th Feb 2014 has really started to make an impact…

Post by Plymouth Hoe Waterfront.

January 23, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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VIDEO: Drake’s Island video from 1966 when it was an adventure training island

Plymouth Hoe - Drakes island adventure park flyersThank you to Stacey Dyer & her team at the South West Film & Television Archive for digging out this video of Drake’s Island and processing it for us to see!

The video contains a 1966 Westward Diary Report on adventure training on the Island feat. the National Association of Boys Clubs. Activities inc. sailing, canoeing, marine biology, climbing etc.

It also has an interview about future plans for the island…

37416 – Drake’s Island (1966) / Westward Coll. © SWFTA from SWFTA on Vimeo.

January 23, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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MOD Police RHIB & RNLI crew save 3 people & tackle blaze on small boat in Plymouth Sound

The MOD Police RHIB were quickly on the scene after reports of a people in the water after the engine of a small motor boat caught fire. Three people wearing life jackets were picked up after only 2 minutes in the water.

A few moments later the Plymouth RNLI crew arrived to put out the flames and make the area safe as this photo below shows. Thank you to lifeboatman Sean Marshall for the photo :)

It’s good to know the rescue services are on hand at a moments notice and hats off to both the RHIB and RNLI crews.

You can find out more about the work of the Plymouth RNLI on www.plymouthlifeboat.co.uk.

Plymouth RNLI crew see to burning boat - Plymouth Sound

Thank you to RNLI Lifeboatman Sean Marshall for the photo

January 12, 2014
by Scott Grenney
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Plymouth Waterfront – Video of the tunnels below Drake’s Island & Future Plans

Plymouth Drakes Island - Photo by Jason Kiely

Photo taken by Kayaker Jason Kiely – 10th Jan 2014

Plymouth’s Drake’s Island is sadly currently rotting away and the People of Plymouth would love to see it brought back into use in some form.

There is still hope this famous Plymouth landmark will be revived and recently the Plymouth Herald posted an article about plans being resubmitted to turn it into a luxury hotel and spa…

In a statement this morning, the company said: “Rotolok (Holdings) Ltd are pleased to announce that they have resubmitted an amended planning application for the regeneration of Drakes Island.

“The proposals combine a new 43 bed luxury boutique hotel, spa, pool and fine dining restaurant with a visitor experience and ability for people to access the island and learn about its layered history and role in Plymouth’s deep maritime past…

Read the full story on the Plymouth Herald here….

Below is a recent video taken of the dark tunnels below Drake’s Island. Very eerie, but fascinating too!