Reclaim the Night

Reclaim the Night Plymouth is part of an international movement demanding an end to violence against women and girls.

For generations, women have been told to change their behaviour to avoid male violence: do not walk alone, do not go out after dark, change what you wear and watch where you go. Reclaim the Night rejects this victim-blaming.

Women and girls have the right to move through Plymouth’s streets and public spaces without fear of harassment, abuse or sexual violence. The responsibility lies with perpetrators – and with the institutions that must prevent violence, protect women and hold offenders to account.

Reclaim the Night over the years: this is an image of a Plymouth Reclaim the Night march from 40 years ago, kindly shared with us by one of the women pictured.

Through our annual march, we come together to:

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We take up space. We make our voices heard. We reclaim the night.

JOIN US

Placard Workshop

Every year, before the march, we run a FREE placard workshop – crafting powerful messages to carry throughout the event.

We provide all the materials required, including mood boards, and guides to help inspire you, as well as stencils, paints, pens and markers. All you have to do is come along and get stuck in!

In previous years, these workshops have been held at our Women’s Centre, Plymouth Arts University, and Plymouth University. More information will be available on the location and times closer to march.

If you’re interested in joining our placard workshop, pre-register to receive the latest information as soon as it’s available.

Pre-Register Here

Event Schedule

Please note that all timings are approximate

5:45pm: Marchers gather for an initial welcome, chant practice and details of the march plan
6pm: Speeches begin
6:15pm: March sets off
7:15pm: Arrive at the finish point
7.20pm: Final speeches and information on what you can do next to support ending violence against women and girls.
7:30pm: Event end

FAQ’s

Accessibility

We want our event to be accessible and enjoyable for all. Please bring any devices with you that will make the march more comfortable. There will be plenty of noise to ensure our message gets across along the way, so noise-cancelling headphones may be helpful for those with neurodiversity. There will also be plenty of event stewards on hand to walk with anyone who may find the march a little more difficult than others.

The route is pram and wheelchair accessible throughout. Whilst there will be no areas to stop and rest along the march, there will be plenty of seating available before and after the walk.

Nervous about attending?

Reclaim the Night is designed with care, safety and inclusion at its heart. You can take part in whatever way feels right for you.

• Trained volunteers and marshals will be there throughout the event
• You can stand at the back, walk with a friend, or join us partway through
• There’s no expectation to chant, hold placards or speak – being present is enough
• You’re free to leave at any time, no questions asked
• We welcome survivors, supporters, first-timers and quiet allies alike

This march isn’t about confidence or volume, it’s about community. It’s about showing up for a safer Plymouth, together.

If you have accessibility, safety or wellbeing needs, please contact us in advance via communications@trevi.org.uk and we will do everything we can to support you.

Car parking

There is plenty of car parking in the city centre, including at Drake’s Circus, Mayflower Street, Regent Street, and Western Approach.

Could You Volunteer?

Reclaim the Night simply couldn’t happen without volunteers.

This is your chance to stand at the heart of a movement calling for safety, dignity and freedom for women and girls.

By volunteering, you help create a march that is safe, energised and impossible to ignore. You’ll support survivors, uplift your community, and be part of something genuinely meaningful.

If you’re interested in supporting us in this way, please complete our general volunteer registration form below, which provides options to volunteer at specific Trevi events alongside broader volunteering opportunities.