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Alma Yard is where artists, retailers and innovators are enriching Plymouth’s flourishing creative scene. A former rope factory during the area’s booming maritime era in the 1800s, the historic building has been considerately restored into a thriving workspace for creatives, compromising studios, coworking and flexible creative offices.

At the heart of Alma Yard is a public cobbled courtyard, which many of the studios surround. This bustling space features onsite café Heyl Bakery, shops and wellness facilities including reformer pilates and yoga, making it an ideal space for socialising and hosting events. Positioned in walking distance of the Barbican on a striking coastal rise, Alma Yard is the perfect environment to collaborate, innovate, and bring your ideas to life. Parking is conveniently located a 4 minute walk away.

Alma Yard

Offerings and Services

Access 24/7
Access 24/7

Residents have 24hr access to Alma Yard. A Community Manager is on-hand to assist during weekday daytime working hours.

Communal Kitchens and Social Areas
Communal Kitchens and Social Areas

Communal kitchens have been thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, and include local fruit delivered weekly, a boiling tap, coffee machine, juicer and basic cooking equipment.

Courtyard and Retail
Courtyard and Retail

Designed as a micro-village, Alma Yard includes an open cobbled courtyard where residents can unwind and connect. Heyl Bakery's food and drink offering, creative retail and wellness provisions, ensures an environment that nurtures creativity and personal wellbeing.

Heyl Bakery
Heyl Bakery

Alma Yard's food offering Heyl Bakery is a plant based sourdough bakery, with locally roasted coffee and lunches on offer in the courtyard. Alma Yard residents can enjoy an exclusive 20% off food and drink in the bakery.

Marketing Support
Marketing Support

Complimentary marketing support is available to residents. Our team can assist with social media and comms as well as facilitating professional headshots, workshops, events and connecting you with other residents.

Member Discounts
Member Discounts

Residents can enjoy discounts at a variety of local food, drink and retail outlets. Our partnerships with local establishments ensures you can enjoy the neighbourhood while supporting local businesses.

High-speed Internet and IT Support
High-speed Internet and IT Support

Studios have their own independent internet connection. Technicians can assist you with setting up wifi, telephones and additional equipment.

Own Private Address for Deliveries
Own Private Address for Deliveries

Residents have their own postbox, which can be accessed by Royal Mail for letter and small parcel deliveries.

Shower Facilities
Shower Facilities

Modern shower facilities are available on site, equipped with eco-friendly shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Perfect after cycling into work or to freshen up before heading down to the Barbican after a day in the studio.

Bike Storage
Bike Storage

We look to encourage sustainable travel, so lockable bike storage is available on site for use by both residents and the public, located next to Heyl Bakery. The bike rack was beautifully handcrafted on site at Alma Yard by resident Richcraft Furniture.

Meet Our Community

Vision Factory

Vision Factory

"Vision Factory has stayed in Alma Yard as it’s a work place like no other in Plymouth. We wanted a studio space that not only reflects what we do as company within but also to be part of a great creative community."

Jackie Gale Art

Jackie Gale Art

"Alma Yard has truly exceeded my expectations in every possible way. I had been actively searching for a vibrant, city-based creative community for quite some time, so discovering Alma Yard felt like the perfect fit for me. The atmosphere is inspiring, and the collaborative spirit among the creatives is invigorating. Having my own studio has enabled me to create a personal space that reflects my unique style, while also providing the perfect platform to display and sell my work directly to the public. Visitors enjoy being able to see creativity in action, as well as observing various pieces of work in progress."

James Edgar Studio

James Edgar Studio

"Alma Yard is a hidden gem and the architects have paid particular attention to the small details and managed to keep its character. There’s nothing like it anywhere else in Plymouth. It is an inspiring place to work in and an impressive place for clients to visit. There is a lovely balance between how original features have been kept and how modern materials have been introduced. The whole yard has a very high spec and the staff are refreshingly responsive and always friendly. Real people, relationships and working together in a physical space are an essential part of how we generate and develop our ideas. Having our own creative environment we all enjoy spending time in brings the best out of all of us."

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