Attractions
You are spoilt for choice here with some fabulous Attractions to visit in and around Dartmouth, up river and along the coast.
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Things To Do in and around Dartmouth » Attractions
Attractions in and around Dartmouth
Dartmouth Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool
Open May to September
Life guards on duty
Free Car parking-Milton Lane, Dartmouth
Timetables available from the pool, the Guildhall and the Tourist Information Centre.
Dartmouth Heated Outdoor Swimming Pool
Milton Lane, Dartmouth, Devon,
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South Hams Safaris
Operated by Premier Private Hire of Kingsbridge, South Hams Safaris is a new and unique luxury private tour service perfect for that special day out.
Whether you want to just sit back and enjoy the stunning coastal and country views, visit quaint thatched villages, beautiful gardens, unspoilt beaches, explore the creeks and estuaries off the beaten track or visit local pubs, restaurants, shops or attractions and dip into this area's intriguing history and culture we can organise a really memorable and fun day out for you.
To Book: Please call Tony or Carolyn Custerson
01548 858877 or 07918 735388
South Hams Safaris
Premier Private Hire & tours, 6 Beechwood Drive, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1RR
t: 01548 858877/07918735388
e: email
w: www.premier-privatehire.co.uk
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Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway
Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway from Paignton is the holiday line with steam trains running for 7 miles in Great Western tradition along the spectacular Torbay Coast to Churston and through the wooded slopes bordering the Dart estuary to Kingswear. The scenery is superb. Approaching Kingswear is the beautiful River Dart, with its fascinating craft, and on the far side, the olde world town of Dartmouth and the famous Britannia Royal Naval College, Butterwalk, Bayards Cove and Dartmouth Castle. Plus Boat Train and Round Robin combined excursions. Private charters - details on request. Telephone enquiries 01803 555872
Steam trains run Easter, Bank Holiday, selected dates in April, May, October. Daily June to September. Santa Specials in December.
Please call for prices. Party discounts available.
Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway
Queens Park Station, Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF
t: 01803 555872
e: email
w: www.paignton-steamrailway.co.uk
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Picnic Boat
The Picnic Boat on the River Dart
Something a bit different
As seen in:
ITV'S BEST OF THE WEST
THE SUNDAY TIMES
BBC GOOD FOOD GUIDE
*Romantic Trip for Two* The Lobster Lover* Westcountry * The French Lunch* Cream Tea * Pirate Picnic*
*Gift Vouchers* Wedding* Corporate* Children's Parties* Shared Cruises and private hire for up to 12 passengers*
Picnic Boat
Dartmouth, Devon,
t: 01803 752625/07968 752625
e: email
w: www.thepicnicboat.co.uk
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Fast Rabbit Farm
Fast Rabbit Farm was purchased in 1987 as Higher Ash Farm. The name change was the result of providing enthusiams for an ageing collie dog. The collie, an eager rabbiter, was puzzled bythe cry of 'look there's a hare'! When told it was a fast rabbit both the puzzlement and the collie vanished. Higher Ash Farm was to be renamed Fast Rabbit Farm.
The farm now consists of some 45 acres with woodland and two extensive valleys. Through one valley runs the River Black on course to Blackpool Sands and we have a lake which is home to golden orfe, golden pedd, mirror and koi carp. The garden has many varieties of bulbs, camellias, rhododendrons and magnolias with 40 ft climbing roses hanging from trees. In May the woods are densely croded with bluebells and are home to buzzards, badgers, hares and, of coures, rabbits.There is a nursery, toilet facilities and plans for a visitor centre.
Fast Rabbit Farm
Ash Cross, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0LR.
t: 07813 504490
e: email
w: www.fastrabbitfarm.co.uk
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Heritage Media
New ... DVD Souvenirs
Discover Dartmouth and its surrounding villages, including The Music Festival, The Food Festival, Royal Regatta (Air displays, Fireworks) Start Point, Slapton, Dittisham Release date: May 2008
The Historic Churches of Dartmouth - St Clements, St. Petrox and St. Saviours. How these historic churches have influenced the commuinty throughout the ages and their importance today. Release date: April 2008
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO HELP SUPPORT THESE HISTORIC CHURCHES
Hallsands- Disaster or Conspiracy? - The tragic story of Hallsands, a village lost to the sea. Release date: July 2008
DVD- Standard PAL Format £11.75
DVD- Blue-ray PAL Format £19.99
Available from many gift outlets throughout the South Hmas and the Tourist Information Centres or reserve your copy by calling us on 08450 068068 or visit our website www.heritage-media-events.com
Blackpool Gardens
Discover Blackpool Gardens, a beautifully restored 19th century plantsman's garden. Breathtaking coastal views seen through a collection of rare and exotic trees, shrubs and ferns - many from the Southern Hemisphere. An unexpected sub-tropical scene in a sensational South Devon setting.
Follow signs to Blackpool Sands from Dartmouth.
Entry tickets obtained from Blackpool Sands ticket office.
Blackpool Gardens
Blackpool, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0RG
t: 01803 770606
e: email
w: www.blackpoolsands.co.uk
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Britannia Royal Naval College
Guided Historical Tours
Public tours available most Wednesdays & Sundays from Easter to the end of October. To buy your ticket contact Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre on 01803 834224. Please be aware that every adult will need some form of Identification, preferably with a photo.
For Private Tours all year round enquire direct on 01803 677787.
Extensive facilities also available for Corporate Functions, Conferences, Formal Dinners, Television and Radio Productions. Contact 01803 677787 for further details.
Britannia Royal Naval College
Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0HJ
t: 01803 677787/01803 834224
e: email
w: www.brnc.co.uk
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The National Trust- Overbeck's
Breathtaking views over Salcombe estuary from this dramatic cliff-top garden of hot colours and luxuriant growth.
Warm microclimate encourages encourages rare and tropical plants from all over the world.
Scientist and inventor Otto Overbeck's Edwardian house is filled with his life long enthusiasms. Local photos and seafaring treasures, collections of butterflies, birds' eggs and fossils, a Victorian jukebox and Otto's strange electrical 'rejuvenator'.
Secret room for children with dolls, tim soldiers and a friendly ghost....
The National Trust- Overbeck's
Sharpitor, Salcombe, Devon,
t: 01548 842893
e: email
w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Dartmouth Castle
* Journey through 600 years from medieval times to WWII * Stunning views of the River Dart & Discover the sights and sounds of a fully recreated gun deck *
Open daily April to October from 10am.
Open weekends Nov to March 10am - 4.pm
1 mile SE of Dartmouth on the B3205, narrow approach road.
Dartmouth Castle
Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0JN
t: 01803 833588
e: email
w: www.english-heritage.org.uk/dartmouth
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Dartmouth Museum
A small, unusual and interesting Museum housed in an old Merchants House, dated 1640. The Museum houses marine and local artefacts, including a superb collection of ships in bottles and an extensive photographic archive. A recent addition is the family-friendly Henley Study - the story of a very special Victorian Dartmothian.
Dartmouth Museum
6 The Butterwalk, Duke Street, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9PZ
t: 01803 832923
e: email
w: www.devonmuseums.net/dartmouth
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Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the Savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out - you'll even need your sense of smell! Its a grest day out for everyone. Visit www.paigntonzoo.org.uk for more information.
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park
Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU
t: 01803 697500
e: email
w: www.paigntonzoo.org.uk
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National Trust - Compton Castle
COMPTON CASTLE - An Historic Fortified Manor House
Largely unaltered with towers and battlements
Built between 14th & 16th Centuries
Lived in by family for most of six hundred years
Rare restored survivor of medieval England
Charming Rose Garden
Open 3rd April - 26th October. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10 am - 1 pm & 2pm - 5pm
Marldon, Paignton. Tel 01803 842382
National Trust - Compton Castle
Marldon, Paignton, Devon,
t: 01803 842382
e: email
w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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The Nursery at Ashtree Farm
Wildflowers, costal and southern Hemisphere plants.
Display Gardens, Nature/History trails around the farm.
Courses and Events, Home-made cream teas.
The Nursery at Ashtree Farm
Ashtree Farm, Ash Cross, nr Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0LR
t: 01803 712437
e: email
w: www.ashtreefarm.com
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National Trust - Coleton Fishacre
COLETON FISHACRE - Magical Coastal Garden & House
Spectacular setting on the south Devon Coast
Luxuriant Garden with year round colour
Rare and exotic plants from all over the world
Garden Open 4th March till 26th March Weekends 11am - 5pm 29th March till 29th October Wed - Sun (&BH Mon) 10.30 am - 5.00 pm
House Open 29th March till 29th October Wed - Sun (&BH Mon) 11 am - 4.30 pm Garden, House, Tea Room
Kingswear, Dartmouth. Tel 01803 752466
National Trust - Coleton Fishacre
Kingswear, Devon,
t: 01803 752466
e: email
w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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The Newcomen Engine
This is a memorial to Thomas Newcomen, born in Dartmouth and inventor of the Atmospheric Steam Engine. His engine heralded the industrial revolution of the 18th century.
The Dartmouth engine was built at the end of the 18th century and is a direct descendant of his first engine, built in 1712, to pump water out of mine shafts.
Open Easter to October 9.30 till 5pm Daily
November to Easter Monday to Saturday 9.30 till 5pm
The Newcomen Engine
The Engine House, Mayors Avenue, Datmouth, Devon, TQ6 9YY
t: 01803 834224
e: email
w: www.discoverdartmouth.com
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SRS Training
SRS training is a riding school for the whole family which also runs qualification training in Small animal, Horse care and stable management and land based activities.
We are a British Horse Society (BHS) approved centre based in Staverton, near Tot nes. We have a superb team of qualified instructors and an outstanding variety of activities ranging from adult group lessons, pony club and hacks to horse and pony loaning schemes.
SRS Training
Pease Park, Staverton, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6AR
t: 07974 813389
w: www.sorleyridingschool.co.uk
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Woodlands Leisure Park
All Weather Fun Guaranteed
A full day packed with variety for all the family at one inclusive cost. New Sea Dragon Swing Ship, it's big, it's white knuckle, it's awesome and dynamic. 16 family rides including 3 exhilarating water coasters, Toboggan Run, Avanlanche & Bumper Boats. Shout on Dizzy Dune Buggies, Polar Pilots and soft play, big style playzones to entertain big & small kids for hours.
Rainy days are great with 100,000 sq. ft. of indoor fun. Experience The Empire with 5 floors of challenging tower climbs, rides & slides, hang on to the Trauma Tower as it shoots up and drops down 50 feet! Play the Master Blaster, the zippiest game on the planet, blasting foam balls at buddies. Excitingly different Big Fun Farm - discover amazing night time & day time creatures, insects & birds. Get close to animals, explore the new Reptile House then ride big U-Drive Tractors while toddlers have fun tractoring round Pedal Town.
Live Entertainers every day in summer holidays. Cafe, BBQ & shop.
Open daily 15th March to 2nd Nov. 9.30 am. Winter weekends & Devon school hols. Ideal for school/scout groups & birthday parties.
Woodlands Leisure Park
Blackawton, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7DQ
t: 01803 712598
e: email
w: www.woodlandspark.com
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Blackpool Sands
Nature's golden beach, set in an unspoilt, sheltered bay, lapped by clear blue water and surrounded by evergreens and pines. Blackpool Sands is the ideal family beach to relax, swim or sail. But don't just take our word for it, come and see for yourself!
Signposted from Dartmouth on the A379 between Stoke Fleming and Strete.
Blackpool Sands
Blackpool, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0RG
t: 01803 770606
e: email
w: www.blackpoolsands.co.uk
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National Trust - Greenway
Come to Greenway, Agatha Christie's garden, by river! Ferries from Dartmouth, Brixham and Torquay land at Greenway Quay.
Garden of exceptional beauty with an atmosphere of romantic wilderness and mystery.
Renowned for rare half-hardy plants land drifts of wild flowers.
Wonderful position with breathtaking views and glimpses of the wooded Dart estuary.
Greenway House undergoing major restoration, and not open, but you can visit the conservator's workshop to see what's happening, and the exhibition on 'Greenway, Another Chapter'.
Garden, shop, cafe and Barn Gallery - Open: 1st March - 26th October 10.30a.m. - 5.00p.m. Wed - Sun.
Ferry: enjoy a cruise on the river Dart from Dartmouth, sea/river link from Torquay and Brixham, Tel. Greenway Quay & Ferries Services 01803 844010, www.greenwayferry.co.uk.
Car: Limited parking available.
National Trust - Greenway
Greenway Road, Galmpton, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0ES
t: 01803 842382 cafe 661903
e: email
w: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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Living Coasts - Torquay's Coastal Zoo
Catch the free-ranging penguins, fur seals, puffins, wading birds, and sea ducks at Living Coasts. Explore sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, a peaceful estuary and the underwater viewing areas. Visit our cafe with spectacular views across Tor Bay and then our gift shop for a unique souvenir of your visit. www.livingcoasts.org.uk
Living Coasts - Torquay's Coastal Zoo
Harbourside, Beacon Quay, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BG
t: 01803 202470
e: email
w: www.livingcoasts.org.uk
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The Flavel
cinema - art - theatre - talks - live music - kids? clubs
café - workshops - rainy day events
The Flavel
Flavel Place, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9ND
t: 01803 839530
w: www.theflavel.org.uk
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