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We now offer SAME DAY booking for our island tours, ask at the
Plymouth Boat Trips kiost for more details and to book
31st May at 11am
Specialist Guest Tour & Talks
with Cyberheritage Steve
& Philip Photiou
Steve Johnson, founder of Cyber heritage, will provide a talk and tour of the island, from a different perspective, focusing on the Boom Defences and Fortress Plymouth
Philip Photiou, local author and an authority on Plymouth during the Civil War, will be discussing Drake’s Island & the Seaward Defences
Now Booking June & July
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VISIT
DRAKE’S ISLAND
The Jewel in Plymouth Sound
Step on to Drake’s Island for one of the most unique and interesting guided tours in Plymouth and throughout the South West.
Learn all about the history and the mysteries surrounding the island. Walk the tunnels, deep into the island itself, see the abundance of wildlife that has made Drake’s Island their home and view Plymouth from a whole new perspective, as you climb to the highest part of the island for that perfect photo opportunity.
Visit Drake’s Island for the perfect family adventure!
DRAKE’S ISLAND
Setting off from The Barbican, our guided tours offer over 2 hrs of history, mystery, wildlife, exploration of the island and views across Plymouth & Cornwall.
If you are looking for something to do with your family when in Plymouth, hop onto the ferry and take a glimpse at what awaits you on Drake’s Island.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR VISIT…
Drake’s Island is full of history, stories and views for miles. On your guided tour we’ll explain the history of the island as well its marine and bird life and you’ll see Plymouth from a beautiful new perspective.
Marine Conservation Area
Drake’s Island is working closely with it’s partner the National Marine Aquarium in order to protect, preserve and educate all areas of marine life around the island.
Wildlife Reserve
The island is home to much wildlife including the protected Little Egrets, bees, butterflies, insects and mammals.
Heritage Centre
The island is home to history and heritage at every turn. Each step on our guided tours leads you further into the islands heritage and importance within the community.
WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR VISIT…
Drake’s Island is full of history, stories and views for miles. On your guided tour we’ll explain the history of the island as well its marine and bird life and you’ll see Plymouth from a beautiful new perspective.
Marine Conservation Area
Drake's Island is working closely with it's partner the National Marine Aquarium in order to protect, preserve and educate all areas of marine life around the island..
Wildlife Reserve
The island is home to much wildlife including the protected Little Egrets, bees, butterflies, insects and mammals.
Heritage Centre
The island is home to history and heritage at every turn. Each step on our guided tours leads you further into the islands heritage and importance within the community.
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The Taste of Adventure
It’s here… Drake’s Island has launched it’s very own Gin. Having played a vital role in the city’s naval history, providing protection for the city and port of Plymouth throughout the centuries, Drake’s Island Gin is our tribute to this naval past.
Perfect for gin lovers and curious adventurers!
WHAT YOU SAY
ABOUT DRAKE’S ISLAND
Great for those interested in local history. Highly recommended!
We had an absolutely awesome time on the island. This was a Xmas present that the missus bought me and I finally got round to booking it. We were lucky with the weather, a perfect Autumn day. More…
Andy F
Interesting and informative
So much history, brilliantly explained by our guide Bob King, he was never dull, he was as enthusiastic about the islands future as well as its past. More…
David Gibbs
An opportunity not to be missed
This is truly an informative tour. Bob, the tour guide is exceptionally knowledgeable and a real treasure. The history is fascinating and I would thoroughly recommend it. Take your camera or your phone and a little torch. Enjoy the history of Drake’s Island which was originally Cornish! Perhaps. More…
Geoffrey F
I'll be back!
I have lived or worked in Plymouth for nearly 35 years and had not set foot on the Island, my wife however, had been on one of the adventure weeks there whilst in the 6th Form at school “quite a few years ago!” Needless to say we were both eagerly awaiting our visit for our own reasons. More…
Trevor H