First to join Arcade last year was Nala’s Pet Co – a boutique pet store specialising in natural and sustainable products. Inspired by his own journey caring for his German Shepherd, Nala, owner Tom Hall chose Arcade as the home for his very first shop.

Since opening, the store has become a go-to for Royal William Yard’s four-legged residents and visitors alike, thanks to its carefully curated range of food, treats, toys and accessories. With a strong focus on quality and community, Nala’s Pet Co reflects the ethos behind Arcade – bringing together independent businesses with genuine passion together in one of Plymouth’s most distinctive destinations.

Bringing boutique womenswear to Arcade, Pebble is an independent fashion and lifestyle store founded by Zoe Groom. What started out as a single store in Cornwall has grown into a collection of boutiques across the South West, with Arcade becoming the latest addition.

From carefully curated clothing collections to accessories, jewellery, homeware and fragrance, each product is hand-selected by Zoe and her team. Pebble offers a warm, personal shopping experience that reflects Arcade’s independent spirit and the Yard’s growing community of local businesses.

Whether you’re grabbing breakfast, stopping for lunch or simply in need of a coffee break, DockSide Coffee Bar is the perfect place to refuel while browsing Arcade.

The cosy waterside café serves everything from expertly brewed coffee, speciality teas and matcha to frappés, smoothies and indulgent hot chocolates. Alongside the drinks menu, you’ll find freshly baked pastries, homemade sweet treats, filled croissants, sandwiches and wraps, making it an ideal stop whether you’re eating in or taking your order to go.

Founded by Plymouth local Jessica Ferguson, Natural Source is an independent grocery and farm shop bringing a fresh approach to food shopping at Royal William Yard.

Inspired by time spent living on Australia's Gold Coast, Jessica set out to create a more personal, sustainable shopping experience centred around high-quality, responsibly sourced produce. The shelves are stocked with daily deliveries of seasonal fruit and vegetables, fresh sourdough, dairy products and locally sourced essentials, making it easy to shop for delicious, wholesome ingredients.

With a vision to make healthy, sustainable food shopping more accessible, Natural Source is another independent business helping Arcade offer something different.

Home to one of the South West's largest whisky collections, The Tipple Cellar is a must-visit for lovers of fine food and drink.

After first joining Arcade as a pop-up, the independent retailer has expanded into a permanent home in the largest space, creating a destination where visitors can browse more than 500 spirits, alongside wines, beers, cocktails, fine foods and handpicked hampers from its sister business, The Tipple Hamper Company.

The space also features a speakeasy-style tasting lounge, hosting regular events and tastings that invite visitors to discover something new. Whether you're searching for a special bottle, the perfect gift or simply fancy stopping by for a drink, The Tipple Cellar adds another unique experience to Arcade.

Rounding off Arcade is the Pop-up Market, a vibrant showcase of independent makers and traders from across Devon and Cornwall.

Originally launched as a spring pop-up, its popularity has seen it secure a longer-term home in Arcade, where it will remain for the rest of the year. Inside, you'll discover a regularly changing collection of handcrafted homewares, artisan food and drink, unique gifts and products from some of the South West's most talented independent businesses.

Championing local creativity and giving small makers a platform to reach new customers, The Pop-up Market is the perfect place to pick up something unique while supporting independent businesses.

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