End of site work in sight for New George Street

Fencing has been removed, permanent oak seating and bins installed – the finishing touches are being made to the new-look New George Street.

This key pedestrian area is now open as the regeneration of the city centre continues and to mark the occasion, Plymouth City Centre Company will this weekend host the first of many events in the new space now opened up at the corner of Old Town Street and New George Street.

Between 12 noon and 3pm on Saturday 19 October, the joint will be jumping to the tunes of the Hot House Combo, who will be playing a giddy blend of vintage charm and captivating rhythms inspired by the great musicians of the 1920s, '30s and '40s.

The city centre will also see some intriguing installations and happenings as part of the Plymouth Art Weekender – keep an eye out for a super-sized seagull stalking the area and a Paint Jam is also on the cards.

City Centre Company Chief Executive Steve Hughes said: “It’s been a roller coaster but the investment in this key city centre street is already bringing in new businesses.

“This new public area is modern, spacious and attractive and footfall is bucking the national trend. It is a great space and we can’t wait to fill it with events and happenings that will keep people coming back again and again.”

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