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Things to do in Dartmouth

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Use our guide to discover the best things to do in Dartmouth

During your Devon holiday, make sure you discover some of the fun and interesting things to do in Dartmouth! 

Dartmouth Attractions

Woodlands Theme Park promises a memorable trip, with a range of rides, a play area and a zoo farm. Dartmouth restaurants serve some of the finest and freshest seafood in the area. There are also many pubs in Dartmouth to stop at for a refreshing drink.

Avid foodies should plan their holiday in Dartmouth during the popular Dartmouth Food Festival, held each October. Dartmouth Regatta is a popular event known to sail enthusiasts across the country, hosted at the stunning Dartmouth Harbour.

There are plenty of historical Dartmouth things to do for heritage lovers will. Dartmouth Castle is a 600-year-old fortress that has links to the Civil War and both World Wars. The beautiful Coleton Fishacre is an Arts and Crafts style house open to the public.

Things to do near Dartmouth

Devon has a diverse range of sites, from beach resorts to rural landscapes and lovely countryside. Paignton is great for watersports enthusiasts, while Exeter has a rich history. Discover even more attractions in the seaside towns of Salcombe, Torquay and Westward Ho!.

Discover a plethora of things to do in Dartmouth while enjoying our superb Dartmouth holiday cottages…


Images by: Jason Ballard; Martin Bodman
Woodlands Family Theme Park image by: Lewis ClarkeCCSA 2.0
Dartmouth Castle image by: Joanne DavisCCSA 2.0

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  • Blackpool Sands, Devon

    Blackpool Sands

    Blackpool

    Dog Friendly

    Parking Available

    This glistening crescent of sands boasts a tropical feel, sandwiched between luscious greenery and shimmering waters.

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  • Coleton Fishacre
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    Coleton Fishacre

    Brownstone Road
    Kingswear
    Dartmouth
    TQ6 0EQ

    01803 842382

    A splendid property that consists of a 1920s country house, restored in the Arts and Crafts style, with beautiful gardens overlooking the sea.

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  • Dartmouth Castle

    Castle Rd
    Dartmouth
    TQ6 0JN

    0370 333 1181

    Climb to the top of the castle for a scenic view over Dartmouth town, or enjoy a ferry boat ride to or from the castle followed by a refreshing drink as you admire the calming waters.

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  • Greenway Estate

    Greenway Rd
    Kingswear
    TQ5 0ES

    01803 842382

    A beautiful estate situated on the River Dart, famous for being the holiday home of well-known crime novelist Agatha Christie as well as being linked to Sir Walter Raleigh.  

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  • Paignton Zoo

    Totnes Rd
    Paignton
    TQ4 7EU

    01803 697500

    A great family day out, Paignton Zoo is home to over 2,000 animals such as giraffes, black rhinos and cheetahs.

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    Woodlands Family Theme Park

    Totnes
    TQ9 7DQ

    01803 712598

    Renowned as Devon’s largest family theme park at Woodlands, Dartmouth, South Devon – a perfect day out for all the family whatever the weather, featuring a range of attractions.

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