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Local Area & Activities

Dartmouth Castle

Dartmouth castle has stood for 600 years as the guardian of the Dart estuary. It was one of the most advanced fortresses of its time and positioned superbly to protect Dartmouth’s wealthy medieval merchants. Enjoy the many tales that can be found of the castle from the Tudor period and civil war, up to WWII and beyond, including a fully recreated Victorian gun battery. The beautiful grounds also form the ideal location to watch the river, or to picnic. Or, why not travel by water to the castle?

Visit: www.aboutbritain.com/DartmouthCastle.htm for further information

Dartmouth Tourist Information

Discover Dartmouth is the official networked tourist information centre for Dartmouth, providing tourists and locals with information, ranging from booking serviced accommodation, to information about local events, attractions & travel arrangements.

The office sells tickets for local attractions including Shakespeare week, Britannia Royal Naval College tours, choral concerts and the Princess Theatre, Torquay. Train, bus and ferry timetables are also available. Open summer & winter. Visit: www.discoverdartmouth.com/ for more info.

Dartmouth Railway

Steam Travel Experience a fabulous journey on the Dartmouth Railway, taking one of the steam locomotives on the one and only line linking Dartmouth to the English Riviera.

Spend the day exploring Torbay before making your return trip to Dartmouth, taking in some of the exceptional views of the Torbay coastline, the river Dart and surrounding areas.

The first train departs on April 1st, and 2009 advance booking begins soon, so...

Visit: www.pdsr.co.uk/section.php?xSec=26 for more information.

Dartmouth Pottery

Situated in the south Devon town of Dartmouth, Dartmouth Pottery was established in 1947 and still operates. The products are similar in many respects to traditional Devon wares and range from beautiful art pottery to finely moulded Toby jugs and sporting tankards. More recent items include money boxes and models animals. Find various items at flea markets and antique fairs for an 'affordable collection'.

Beaches & The Coast

Whether you prefer a great sweep of flat golden sand such as Bigbury, the spectacular Slapton Sands backed by an extraordinary freshwater lagoon, or the wooded sun trap of Blackpool Sands, you are bathing on some of the safest, cleanest and most beautiful beaches in the country!

Alternatively, enjoy part of the stunning 630-mile South West Coastal Path, which runs the length of the South Hams coast.

Visit: www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk for further information on South Hams beaches. www.swcp.org.uk/ for information on the Coast Path. Also see Blue Flag award information.

River & Sea Activities

Why not come and enjoy some of the many activities which take place on the River Dart, or venture a little further out into the English Channel for even more watebornefun? Activities to suit the whole family ranging from River Cruises toCanoeingAdventures, or even Sea/River Fishing Trips.

Visit: www.discoverdartmouth.com/ for more information on river and sea activities

Walking, Cycling & Outdoor Pursuits

Walkers will enjoy the hundreds of miles of the most Picturesque Walks, observing an abundance of wildlife, vegetation and naturally beautiful landscapes en route. Explore England's largest national park, Dartmoor, the beautiful South Hams Coastline, or simply wander the lanes and footpaths of rolling Devon countryside, taking in a well earned drink at the village pub!

Top Rated Walk: commencing at Dart Marina, walk down river passing the Michelin Star New Angel (formerly the Dartmouth Angel) on your right towards Dartmouth Castle. This route then takes you out on to the fantastic South Devon Coastal Path.

For the thrill seekers, enjoy a breath of fresh air and discover the local area around Dartmouth where you'll find a wide variety of Outdoor Pursuits. Don your wellies and prepare for some adrenaline fuelled activities includign climbing, hiking and mountain biking.

Visit: www.city-visitor.com/dartmouth/ for a range of companies offering outdoor pursuits.

Riding & Horse Racing

For the horse lovers, perhaps a day in the saddle is what you are looking for? If so try one of the many equestrian centres in the local area, including The Devon Horse & Pony Sanctuary in Torquay or The Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre near Kingsbridge... or perhaps you prefer to have a flutter at the races at one of the county's nationally recognised race courses, at Newton Abbot or Exeter?

Play Golf at Devon's Premier Golf & Leisure Resort.

Just minutes from the historical town of Dartmouth, Dartmouth Golf & Country Club is the perfect holiday venue for golfers & non golfers alike.

Golfers will love the two superb golf courses on offer: The 18 hole Championship golf course, voted within the top 80 golf courses in Great Britain & Ireland and a test for any golfer and the 9 hole Dartmouth course, which is provides a more gentle challenge.

Along with the courses there is a 10-bay driving range, a superb health & leisure suite, with a swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa, gymnasium & beauty treatments. Visitors & families are always given a warm welcome.

Visit: www.dgcc.co.uk | Call 0800 043 9663 for further details.

Towns & Places

Visit some of the local picturesque towns and villages for a range of experiences. Dartmouth has much to offer including the Dartmouth Golf & Country Club, The Royal Naval College, a range of river and sea activites or Dartmouth Castle. Alternatively take a trip to the English Riviera in Torbay, visit one of the Historical Market Towns of Totnes or Kingsbridge, or perhaps go further afield to enjoy a day out in the cities of Exeter or Plymouth. On the other hand, why not visit one of the surrounding South Devon Villages to take in the beautiful countryside and enjoy the unique experience of village life, including a trip to the local village shops and pubs.

Visit: www.british-towns.net/ for information on a range of South Hams towns and villages

Art, Castles & Museums

Visit one of the many Historical Local Castles at Dartmouth, Berry Pomeroy, Compton, Kingswear or Totnes. Or perhaps bask in a day of cultural attractions at one of theLocal Art Galleries & Museums. For additional days out take time to visit the 15th Century medieval stoneresidence at Kirkham House, Kents Cavern or The Brittania Royal Naval College in Dartmouth. Finally, why not enjoy a Steam Engine Journey on one of the local steam railways between Dartmouth & Paignton or Totnes & Buckfastleigh.

Visit: www.devon-online.com/attractions for more information.

Houses & Gardens

Visit Sharpham Vineyards, situated on the banks of the River Dart near Totnes for a tour of the exceptional wine & cheese making facilities, wine tasting and more. Sharpham have been producing wines and unpasteurised cheeses for over twenty years to local, national and international acclaim.

Or take time to enjoy the historical Buckfast Abbey in Buckfastleigh, which is steeped in history and provides home to a Roman Catholic community of Bennedictine Monks. Take a tour of the beautiful abbey and gardens and purchase some of the famous Bennedictine Honey or Buckfast Tonic Wine, the products which enable the abbey to be self-sufficient.

Alternatively if you like to visit beautiful country homes and gardens you could visit Coleton Fishacre, a luxuriant garden by the sea, with an Arts & Crafts-style house, featuring Art Deco-influenced interiors or Greenway, a glorious woodland garden on the banks of the River Dart, with an atmosphere of romantic wilderness. A further option is Royal Avenue Gardens situated in the heart of Dartmouth adjacent to the boat float, which are frequently referred to as the Council’s `Jewel in the Crown’, featuring ornamental gardens with a mixture of permanent structural planting and season displays, an extensive patio area and the recently restored bandstand and ornamental fountain.

Family Attractions

For families, the South Hams has a multitude of attractions to cater for all ages and interests, including the excellent Woodlands Leisure Park at Dartmouth, which offers an exhilerating variety of family rides, animals, play zones and indoor attractions. Or...visit Pennywell Farm, the multi award-winning Farm Activity Park, where there's lots to do and see for the whole family. Paignton Zoo provides the opportunity to experience the animals of the world, whilst Living Coasts and The National Marine Aquarium cater for those who prefer to experience some marine life. For a more relaxing family day out, visit one of the superb South Hams Beaches for a dip in the sea and building sandcastles in ther sun (see Beaches & The Coast section).

Visit: www.devon-online.com/attractions for information on the above attractions and much, much more!

Visit the Dartmouth Golf & Country Club for stunning Dartmouth hotel accommodation set within 225 acres of South Devon countryside.

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