Dartmouth : Profile

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Dartmouth is a most attractive cruising destination. Not only does it have a stunningly scenic entrance and an old town full of interest; it is possible to sail the 8 miles up the picturesque River Dart to the ancient town of Totness, passing many peaceful anchorages on the way.

The entrance is narrow and deep, and is possible in most conditions, although it can be lively in strong on-shore winds.

In Dartmouth itself, there are 3 marinas, several Harbour Authority pontoons (marked with blue flags) and visitors' buoys. There is also an anchorage opposite the town, just north of Darthaven Marina. Further up the river, at Dittisham, there are also visitors' buoys.

The most convenient of the DHA's visitors' moorings, is the inside of the Town Quay (the outside is reserved for ferries during the day, but can be used at night). Take care with strong stream which flows through here, as the up stream end is barred by a pedestrian bridge and there is no room for error!

Daily Harbour Dues are levied on all boats using the river and these are normally collected along with any mooring fees.

Dart Marina
Sandquay Road, Dartmouth, Devon, DQ6 9PH
Tel:+44 (0)1803 833351, Fax:+44 (0)1803 832307, VHF Channel 80
www.dartmarina.com, reservations@dartmarina.com
Situated at the north end of the town, just above the Upper Ferry, on the west bank. 30 visitors buoys as well as pontoon berths. All facilities. Launderette, 9 ton crane, fuel berth, pump-out facility, LPG, chandlery, restaurant and bar.

Darthaven Marina
Brixham Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth, TQ6 0SG
Tel:+44 (0)1803 752242/ Chandlery 752 733, Fax:+44 (0)1803 752722, VHF Channel 80
www.darthaven.co.uk, darthaven@darthaven.co.uk
On the east bank of the river, opposite the town. Excellent facilities and a good place for repairs. 30 ton travel hoist. Launderette, LPG, chandlery,electronic repairs. Marine engineers (emergency tel 07973 280584)

Noss-on-Dart Marina
Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EA
Tel:+44 (0)1803 833351, Fax:+44 (0)1803 833350, VHF Channel 80
www.dartmarina.com, marinas@dartmarina.com
A private marina well north of the town, on the east bank of the river. All facilities, launderette, 18 ton crane, chandlery. 180 berths (maximum length 20m) LPG available

Water Taxi
Tel:+44 (0)7979 346571 , VHF Channel 69

Yacht Clubs

Dartmouth Yacht Club
South Embankment, Dartmouth
Tel:+44 (0)1803 832305
Welcomes visitors. Landing pontoon (summer only), showers, bar and bar food.

Royal Dart Yacht Club
Kingswear, Dartmouth Devon, TQ6 0AB
Tel:+44 (0)1803 752496
office@royaldart.co.uk
Welcomes visitors. Showers, restaurant and bar. Marvellous view over the river.

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