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Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Dartmouth, England
Discover the best top things to do in Dartmouth, United Kingdom including Britannia Royal Naval College, Coleton Fishacre, Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle, Sea Kayak Devon, The Paddle Shack, Dartmouth Yacht Club, St. Saviour's Church, Dartmouth Museum, The Dart on Dartmoor, Greenway.
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1. Britannia Royal Naval College
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5.0 based on 287 reviews
BRNC should be a key ingredient to any visit to the West Country. Tours of this iconic building will offer an informative narrative allowing you to appreciate the rich history, role and relevance of this building and the naval training conducted here today, providing you with a quality, value for money, informative visit. Public Tours start from a convenient pick-up point in Dartmouth town. In a manageable group size, you will be taken to the College by coach for a walking tour, which lasts approximately 2 1/4 hours.
Reviewed By capdellatraveller
We booked in advance for this guided tour, it costs £13 or £11.25 for seniors/students. It was a fascinating experience.. picked up by small coach, we had to present photographic ID as security is quite tight. You can take photos on the tour but asked to avoid identifying the cadets. We arrived on a special day, quite by chance, called HAVOC DAY. Groups of cadets running around the grounds on different routes, with full kit, hauling hefty telegraph poles. Some looked about to collapse, it was amazing to watch at close quarters. Our guide was an ex officer from the college & spent more than two hours with us, stopping at various points on the parade ground, in front of the captain's house, in the chapel & the museum, in the quarterdeck room & finally outside the college shop, where I bought a handsome navy umbrella as a momento of the day. This was one of our highlights while staying in Dartmouth. You only get to see a tiny part of the college but you will get a great impression of its architecture & history as well as a glimpse of the cadets & their training...
2. Coleton Fishacre
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5.0 based on 1,786 reviews
Reviewed By JandAre
Third visit to this beautiful house. The grounds are magnificent and stretch down to the river. Unusual plants everywhere adding so much colour and interest. This is by far my favourite NT property - the warm feel of the house coupled with stunning views and beautifully designed and planted gardens surpass all the others.
3. Paddle Steamer Kingswear Castle
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5.0 based on 251 reviews
The paddle steamer Kingswear Castle is the last remaining coal-fired paddle steamer in operation in the UK today. She was built in 1924 at Philip & Son of Dartmouth. The Paddle Steamer Preservation Society spent 15 years fully restoring her to her former glory offering river trips on the Medway from 1985. In late 2012, she returned to the home waters of the River Dart after an absence of 47 years.
4. Sea Kayak Devon
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5.0 based on 528 reviews
Guided sea kayak trips… the ultimate way to explore the coast! Individuals, groups and families all welcome - no experience required-Day-trips-Fun taster sessions-Skills courses-Wilderness expeditions-Group and family discounts… A variety of great locations including:-Dartmouth-Brixham-Torquay -Salcombe Highly qualified guides give you expert tuition throughout the day – all equipment provided.
5. The Paddle Shack
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
Based in the beautiful waterways of south Devon we run our Stand up paddle board lessons in calm, sheltered waters. Here we have perfect conditions to get you up and on your feet in no time. Maybe its your first time or maybe you want to refine your paddle skills. There is something for everyone. Suitable for anyone wishing to learn how to Stand up paddle board. No previous experience is required.
6. Dartmouth Yacht Club
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5.0 based on 38 reviews
Just £25pp for 2-3 hours. We are the local kayaking club (part of the Dartmouth Yacht Club) and we offer a very special service to visitors. One of our club instructors will take you out on a paddle around the estuary and beaches nearby. We make our sessions fun and informative. You will go away thinking this is a sporting activity you want to do again - we design our taster sessions to encourage people to join this sport. You will also be helping a local club - the monies raised from your trip go towards our club equipment fund. Give us a ring and see if we have availability during your stay. Or send us an email.
7. St. Saviour's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By E4085XSamandaw
Wonderful painted and carved wooden screen and pulpit, painted ceiling and balcony. Candles to light. Wish there had been a booklet/notices explaining everything. Well worth dropping in whilst walking round the town.
8. Dartmouth Museum
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4.5 based on 163 reviews
Reviewed By sandiea721
Dartmouth manages to retain many of its historic buidings and the museum is housed in one of the oldest at the start of the Butterwalk. Packed full of pictures and information on the development of the town and, of course, its maritime history it is a must see treasure trove of information.
9. The Dart on Dartmoor
10. Greenway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,002 reviews
Take this extraordinary glimpse into the beloved holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie and her family.The relaxed and atmospheric house is set in the 1950s, and contains many of the family's collections, including archaeology, Tunbridgeware, silver, botanical china and books. Outside you can explore the large and romantic woodland garden, with a restored vinery, wild edges and rare plantings, which drifts down the hillside towards the sparkling Dart estuary.
Reviewed By JaneP855 - Northampton, United Kingdom
Took the ferry from Dartmouth to Greenway and walked up the steep wooded walkway to the house. Wether you are an Agatha Christie fan or not this ‘loveliest spot in the world’ as she saw certainly comes close. The National Trust have beautifully presented this place with a tastefully underplayed cafe and shop surrounded by sublime gardens and in an amazing setting overlooking the stunning River Dart nestles this White House stacked full of Agatha Christie and her family who clearly loved this place and and had very happy times here, it oozes through every twist and delightful turn as you experience this gem.
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