The Plymouth A4 Brand Book

About Royal William Yard & things to do
The Royal William Yard is an award-winning
Grade I listed ex-naval victualling yard, which has
been regenerated in recent years to become the best
place to work, rest and play in the South West.
Constructed between 1825 and 1831 by Sir John Rennie,
the Royal William Yard is steeped in history and considered
to be one of the most important groups of historic military
buildings in Britain.
The building that houses our Rooms was once the
accommodation for the Royal Navy’s officer classes. When
originally built in 1830 the Residences cost £4,500, a staggering
amount at that time. The residences boasted a number of
outbuildings which originally included stables, a wash-house
and carriage house.
Superbly located between the River Tamar and Plymouth Sound,
Royal William Yard provides breath-takingviews and a great
place to base yourself when visiting Plymouth, or as a gateway
to Devon and Cornwall. It boasts an array of eating and drinking
experiences as well as a range of interesting and eclectic shops.
The centre of Plymouth can be easily reached on foot, by car,
bike or bus (Plymouth Citybus 34/34A). Alternatively you can hop
on and off the local ferry service from Royal William Yard Marina
which can take you between Royal William Yard, the historic
Barbican and even over to Cornwall to Visit Mount Edgcumbe.
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