 Built in 1815 , Union Street was at the heart of Plymouth 's historical culture . It became known as the servicemen 's playground , as it was where sailors from the Royal Navy would seek entertainment of all kinds . During the 1930s , there were 30 pubs and it attracted such performers as Charlie Chaplin to the New Palace Theatre . It is now the late @-@ night hub of Plymouth 's entertainment strip , but has a reputation for trouble at closing hours . 
