New Signs in Plymouth’s Waterfront

It has been announced this week that the installation of a network of new and improved map and information boards around Plymouth’s city centre and waterfront will begin.

The announcement, made on the Plymouth City Council website stated: ‘The new wayfinding signs will make it easier for visitors and residents to navigate their way around Britain’s Ocean City by boat, bike, bus and foot, as well as showcase the city’s spectacular coastline position and rich history.’

‘Designed and produced by Plymouth City Council and Streetwise in partnership with the City Centre Company, Plymouth Waterfront Partnership and Destination Plymouth, the signs complement the city’s Visitor Guide and highlight key attractions and places of interest.’

Charlotte Malcolm, Commercial Marketing Manager at Sutton Harbor Holdings plc said; “We have supported the project as we strongly we strongly believe that it is an incredibly important part of the visitor economy and, in particular, for interpretation of Sutton Harbour and the Barbican. We look forward to their installation and hope to be able to expand these around the rest of the harbour in due course.”

Councillor Mark Coker, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “These new wayfinding signs are long overdue and will make a difference to visitors, shoppers, residents and even businesses. Providing better maps and local information means visitors arriving in the city will not only find it easier to get around but also learn more about Plymouth’s culture, history and environment. The signs will also help to boost footfall around the whole of the city centre, Barbican and Waterfront, which will benefit local businesses and ultimately drive the local economy.”

Duncan Currall, Chairman of Destination Plymouth, added: “Plymouth has so much to offer visitors, from world class attractions and places of interest to historical sites. These signs will not only help people navigate around the city with ease, they will also give a flavour of our heritage and many of our untold stories. With so much to see and do, we hope and expect visitors will want to come back again and again.”

The Council’s highways contractor Amey is installing the signs and work is expected to take around four weeks. The works are unlikely to cause any significant disruption but if you do experience any problems please contact Amey’s Watchman Team on 01752 668000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .