Plymouth Synagogue
Plymouth Synagogue
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Robert T
Saltford, UK9 مساهمات
مايو 2022
The tour from Jerry Sibley is not to be missed! Jerry has built up a fantastic knowledge of the history of Plymouth, and of the Jewish community, and weaves it together in a way that we found enthralling, and very interactive. Allow minimum 2 hours. The tour will be of interest to those with jewish heritage, and those with none. Donations welcome....
كُتب بتاريخ 16 مارس 2023
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HartleyDi
Plymouth, UK29 مساهمة
فبراير 2023
This is one of my favourite places. Excellent talks about history, religion and how special this place is to Plymouth. I watched a large group of school children as they came out and they were all smiles having enjoyed their visit so much.
Always a warm welcome here from Jerry the Custodian who delivers the lively talks - and often serves tea and biscuits in the cosy adjacent hall. Dexter the amazing and larger than life cat will give you a special welcome, too.
Always a warm welcome here from Jerry the Custodian who delivers the lively talks - and often serves tea and biscuits in the cosy adjacent hall. Dexter the amazing and larger than life cat will give you a special welcome, too.
كُتب بتاريخ 1 مارس 2023
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Jonathan G
مساهمتيْن
زوجان • فبراير 2023
We ARE Orthodox Jews and thought there was nothing new to learn. We THOUGHT that this would just be another example of a once thriving community.
How wrong we were. This was actually the story of a part time caretaker, who, when told that the Synagogue was no longer viable, set about making attractive to visitors, who now make voluntary contributions which help to keep the place open.
Jerry Sibley, shares his years of voluntart research with visitors. He has trawled the synagogue records, the minute books and every available resource both within the synagogue and within the city's historical information, in order to make his presentation.
To my mind, Plymouth city should be taking over this attraction, they must think ahead, to a time when Jerry is no longer working and the few remaining Plymouth Jews cannot afford to upkeep this jewel.
Jonathan Grodzinski
How wrong we were. This was actually the story of a part time caretaker, who, when told that the Synagogue was no longer viable, set about making attractive to visitors, who now make voluntary contributions which help to keep the place open.
Jerry Sibley, shares his years of voluntart research with visitors. He has trawled the synagogue records, the minute books and every available resource both within the synagogue and within the city's historical information, in order to make his presentation.
To my mind, Plymouth city should be taking over this attraction, they must think ahead, to a time when Jerry is no longer working and the few remaining Plymouth Jews cannot afford to upkeep this jewel.
Jonathan Grodzinski
كُتب بتاريخ 15 فبراير 2023
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stamjh
Plymouth, United Kingdom47 مساهمة
فبراير 2023
It's fantastic to see that this is now #1 of places to visit in Plymouth! Visiting is not that easy - you can't just turn up, and the place may be hard to find. But if you have a chance to come as part of a group tour I warmly recommend it, particularly for Jerry's obvious love of the building and his deep and extensive knowledge of its history. Jerry will be the first to apologise for his sometimes lame jokes, but he really knows his stuff and can bring the story of the synagogue to life.
كُتب بتاريخ 15 فبراير 2023
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Lynne S
Felanitx, Islas Baleares, Spain30 مساهمة
فبراير 2023
Woe Jerry goes the extra extra mile and is incredibly knowledgeable as well as fun. Plus a great host. 14 members of plymouth U3A attended. We all enjoyed the warm welcome and tea and cakes. The talk was much longer than 2 hours but only because we were so riveted we didn’t want him to stop.
For those timid people who have heard rumours that you have to wear a black cap. That’s not true at all. I did volunteer to play dress up. But more importantly it’s possible for all to actually hold some of the ancient holy objects. A thing I never imagined ( as a non Jew) I would ever be a able to do,
The synagogue interior with its ark and stained glass window is beautiful and hidden away. Though I now understand. It’s NOT HIDDEN ON PURPOSE. Lol.
For those timid people who have heard rumours that you have to wear a black cap. That’s not true at all. I did volunteer to play dress up. But more importantly it’s possible for all to actually hold some of the ancient holy objects. A thing I never imagined ( as a non Jew) I would ever be a able to do,
The synagogue interior with its ark and stained glass window is beautiful and hidden away. Though I now understand. It’s NOT HIDDEN ON PURPOSE. Lol.
كُتب بتاريخ 13 فبراير 2023
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PETER M
مساهمة
يناير 2023
A fascinating and informative two and a half hours with Jerry, the best possible guide to the unique history of this important building, to Jewish belief and practice, and to the role the community has played in Plymouth over the last 500 years. Jerry's a great storyteller, and as other reviewers have pointed out, really makes that rich hidden history come alive. He's a volunteer, and it's important to book your visit in advance, but it's well worth it. Not to be missed as part of your trip to Plymouth.
كُتب بتاريخ 11 يناير 2023
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Simon Silver
مساهمة
ديسمبر 2022
Excellent experience for the whole family. The oldest, still operating English speaking Shul in the English speaking world. Our informative guide Jerry was tremendous. The shul itself is beautiful, stained glass windows, fantastic Aron and Bima, and is a great opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of the Jews of Plymouth.
كُتب بتاريخ 30 ديسمبر 2022
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Dario Z
مساهمة
العائلة • نوفمبر 2022
It was my first time even inside a synagogue and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Doesn’t really matter if you are into the religion or not, his tour is excellent for anyone. I have visited with a 12 years old and Jerry managed to keep his attention at all the time.
Jerry was an absolute gentleman and his knowledge is immense.
Definitely a must do in Plymouth.
Don’t miss it out as it is really an experience.
Just read a previous comment saying that it’s hard to find but it’s really not and you will learn why the entrance is in that particular location.
In my job I organise tour of Plymouth for adult language students and it will be in the itinerary every single time from now on.
Thank you Jerry, see you again soon!
Doesn’t really matter if you are into the religion or not, his tour is excellent for anyone. I have visited with a 12 years old and Jerry managed to keep his attention at all the time.
Jerry was an absolute gentleman and his knowledge is immense.
Definitely a must do in Plymouth.
Don’t miss it out as it is really an experience.
Just read a previous comment saying that it’s hard to find but it’s really not and you will learn why the entrance is in that particular location.
In my job I organise tour of Plymouth for adult language students and it will be in the itinerary every single time from now on.
Thank you Jerry, see you again soon!
كُتب بتاريخ 28 نوفمبر 2022
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Thanks for your kind review Dario
I'm glad your group enjoyed their visit and you are more than welcome to book in with other groups throughout the year
Best wishes Jerry
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landwpublic
تورونتو, كندا16 مساهمة
بمفردك • سبتمبر 2022
I am truly without words after spending over 2 hours in the incredibly knowledgable hands of Jerrie, who single-handedly seems to be keeping untold gems of the history of Plymouth and the environs, as well as the Jewish community over hundreds of years. It was more informative about Plymouth than any guidebook and I certainly gained more knowledge about Judaism in my visit than in several years of Sunday school. The synagogue survives based solely on contributions from the the visit, which is free of charge, so please consider a generous (cash) donation.
كُتب بتاريخ 15 سبتمبر 2022
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Dear Traveller
Thankyou for your review, I'm glad you enjoyed your visit and your kind donation.
Booking can be done through the website by email, text what's app, or by simply calling me details on the TripAdvisor page, google maps, the website or Tourist information office.
If you would like to visit please do contact me
Best wishes Jerry
كُتب بتاريخ 18 أكتوبر 2022
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Carole D
Southwick, UK15 مساهمة
زوجان • سبتمبر 2022
Sadly no access to building and no information about it for visitors. An information board about its history would have been very interesting.
كُتب بتاريخ 11 سبتمبر 2022
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Dear Carole,
Thankyou for your review, I was sorry to see you couldn't find your way here, however Visits and tours of the Synagogue are by appointment only, I do my best to be available mornings afternoons evening and weekends to accommodate visitors time schedules but you would still need to make an appointment.
Booking can be done through the website by email, text what's app, or by simply calling me details on the TripAdvisor page, google maps, the website or Tourist information office.
If you would like to visit please do contact me, I'll gladly give you a guided tour
On the Synagogue website you will find information about its history photos and more but to visit you would need to contact me
Best wishes Jerry
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Dianne M
لاس فيجاس, نيفادا35 مساهمة
My husband and I are visiting family in Exmouth and would like to day trip to Plymouth. This tour has great reviews and we are very interested. We are from the US and are Jewish. Our available dates are 17 or 18 October. Any chance we could do this tour? We are taking the train from Exmouth to Plymouth. Thanks
Jacandhow
Bedford, UK2,021 مساهمة
If you go onto the Shul's website by googling it. you will find Jerry's email address or mobile. He will answer you more or less straight away via email and make arrangements to give you a tour. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did, we are Jewish and learnt a lot.
Robert Harris
Plymouth, UK404 مساهمات
My wife would like to visit how can this be arranged. I live in Plymouth.
Regards Robert
Jerry S
Plymouth, UK14 مساهمة
Visiting the Synagogue for a tour is arranged by appointment with Jerry.
This can be done by;
Phone, Text or Email (via the web site) which you will find at the top right of the trip advisor page or
look for the review of "How to book a tour by Jerry S"
Sadly replying on this page doesn't allow me to add contact details.
Best wishes Jerry
Chas C
Plymouth, UK275 مساهمة
Is the congregation dwindling because of age and migration as suggested by a recent reviewer or is it because of intermarriage with non observant Jews and Gentiles and a general lack of commitment to attending synagogue, just as with Christians and church?
Jerry S
Plymouth, UK14 مساهمة
Dwindling congregation and the reasons for it doesn't really have a bearing on visiting the Synagogue. The Synagogue is open for visitors and worshippers alike, If you would like to visit and know more about the building, it's history and it's people? Then booking a tour is the best option.
Paul S
Plymouth, UK124 مساهمة
Do you have disabled access?
Jerry S
Plymouth, UK14 مساهمة
Yes,
We do have wheel chair ramps, they are portable ones so it is advisable to call me prior to your visit so I can ensure they are in place for when you arrive.
For more reassurance or if I can be of further assistance in any other way please do give me a call on 07753267616.
Best wishes Jerry
Jannerbloke
Plymouth, UK12,407 مساهمات
I read elsewhere that there is a Jewish burial ground alongside the Ford Park cemetery but that there is also a very old Jewish burial ground in the oldest part of the city somewhere between the Barbican and the Hoe. Does the synagogue have any responsibility for that and are there any visits? Or a website with details?
Jerry S
Plymouth, UK14 مساهمة
The new cemetery (1850's - present) is located at the end of Gifford Place I do regular talks and tours there during the Plymouth History Festival every May The Old cemetery on the Hoe (1740's - 1860's) is located on Lambhay Hill (between New Street, Castle Dyke Lane and Lambhay Hill behind Garrison Green) you can find a burial list and more on the susser archives website.
I do do the occasional visit for relatives, but intend to include The Hoe Cemetery in the History Festival tours Next May.
Please do call me for further information on 07753 267616
Best wishes Jerry
