Events & openings

A handful of small openings each year, written in the diary in pencil.

The Trust does not run a public events programme of its own. The synagogue, with our small support, opens to visitors a few times a year — for the September Heritage Open Days, for the spring open weekend, and for a small Anniversary Service in August. There is also the Plymouth Jewish Heritage Walk and the trustees' annual supper.

A small printed handbill resting on a wooden bench inside the synagogue, beside a glass of water and a brass candlestick.
The exterior of the synagogue on an open day, with a small chalk-board on the railings reading 'Open today'.

Heritage Open Days · September Tour, second day

The second of the two open days. 10.00–16.00, same arrangements.

The synagogue interior set for a quiet Friday-evening service, with the curtain drawn back to reveal the ark.

Anniversary Service · 264 years on Catherine Street

A short evening service marking the consecration anniversary. 18.00–19.30. Members and friends of the congregation.

A small group of walkers on the Plymouth Hoe at dusk, on the Plymouth Jewish Heritage Walk.

Plymouth Jewish Heritage Walk

A two-hour walking tour of Plymouth's Jewish sites, led by a member of the congregation. 14.00 from the synagogue. £6 per person.

A trustee speaking quietly at a small private supper, with five or six guests seated around a long oak table.

Trustees' Annual Supper · London

A private supper for trustees, the Chair, and invited supporters. By invitation only. 19.00 at chambers.

The exterior of the synagogue on the spring open weekend, with daffodils in a small pot by the door.

Spring Open Weekend · Saturday

The spring open weekend. Free, drop-in. 11.00–15.00.

A handwritten notice on a small chalkboard inside the synagogue: 'Talk · Plymouth Jewish History · 19.30'.

Lecture · The Jewish Merchants of Georgian Plymouth

A free public lecture by Dr Eleanor Pascoe at the Plymouth Athenaeum. 19.30–20.45. Doors at 19.00.

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