The other night I attended the inaugural Plymouth Wine Tasting event at Royal William Yard. More than 300 business people, residents and visitors came down for the occasion so the Yard was absolutely bustling, more than usual!

We really were spoilt, treated not only to 70 types of wine but fresh oysters from the River Yealm, pates and cheeses. The event was attended by people from all over Plymouth and Devon and it was great to hear from people who were on their first visit to the redeveloped Yard. The atmosphere was great and generous attendees even raised a few hundred pounds for local charity.

The organisers were so impressed that they’re talking about a repeat performance in the autumn, I really hope they do because it was a fantastic evening.