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Things to Do in Dartmouth
Go to listing ↓Dartmouth sits where the River Dart meets the sea, a steep, colourful town built around one of the most sheltered natural harbours on the South Devon coast. Its waterfront is dominated by sailing boats, the Royal Naval College standing above the town, and streets of timber-framed buildings dating back centuries.
The town has long been a naval and maritime hub — Dartmouth Castle guards the estuary mouth, the Royal Regatta fills the harbour every August, and the steam railway across the water at Kingswear links the town to Paignton along one of Devon's most scenic stretches of coastline.
Beyond the water, Dartmouth's narrow lanes are packed with independent boutiques, galleries and restaurants, making it as good a town for browsing and eating well as it is for boats.
Dartmouth History
Dartmouth owes its existence to its harbour — a natural, sheltered deep-water anchorage at the mouth of the River Dart that has drawn ships for centuries. In the medieval period it was one of England's most important trading ports, and fleets gathered here before setting out on crusading expeditions to the Holy Land. Dartmouth Castle, built at the narrow harbour entrance in the medieval period, was designed specifically to defend the estuary mouth against ships trying to force their way in.
The town's naval connections continued into the modern era with the opening of Britannia Royal Naval College in the early 20th century, which has trained generations of Royal Navy officers on the hill above the town and remains a prominent landmark visible from the water. Dartmouth's long relationship with sailing is also celebrated each year at the Dartmouth Royal Regatta, one of the oldest regattas in the country, reflecting a maritime tradition that stretches back far longer than the town's more recent life as a visitor destination.
Places to visit in Dartmouth
8 places to visit in Dartmouth, spanning Food & Drink, Nature and Shopping, updated live by local businesses.
Some suggestions for Places to visit in Dartmouth: For Shopping try Rock Distillery Dartmouth. Arts & Craft Shopping try Dolphin Boatyard. Apartment Accommodation try Dolphin Boatyard. Cocktail Bar Food & Drink try Rock Distillery Dartmouth. Ferry Travel try Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company - Dartmouth.
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Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company - Kingswear
Based on the glorious South Devon coastline in South West England, enjoy your days out in Devon on our steam trains, boat trips and paddle steamer.
Rock and Moor
We specialise in outdoor adventures: expertly guided rock climbing, caving, hiking, scrambling and mountaineering, rock climbing skills coaching, hill and moorland navigation training and other outdoor skills development. Based in beautiful South Devon, we cover areas such as Dartmoor, Cornwall, Somerset, the Westcountry coast as well as mountainous areas in the UK. We provide personalised activities for individuals, couples, friends, small groups and families. Importantly, we keep our instructor to client ratio small, enabling you to have the most valuable, authentic and enjoyable adventure experience.
Creek at Dolphin Boatyard
Galmpton Creek Dartside Quay Galmpton TQ5 0EH
The Creek at Dolphin Boatyard, TQ5 0EH Riverside Bar & Kitchen Relax by the water with wood fired pizzas, nibbles, Sunday roasts, cold drinks, and great vibes. A beautiful spot for casual dining.
Dudley's Cafe
33 Lower Street, Dartmouth, TQ6 9AN
Dudley’s is a family run cafe offering breakfast (served all day), lunch, cakes, cream teas, & afternoon tea with a range of hot, cold, & alcoholic drinks. We are conveniently located close to the Lower Ferry – so an easy stop if you are walking the coast path and did we mention we are dog friendly too
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company - Dartmouth
Based on the glorious South Devon coastline in South West England, enjoy your days out in Devon on our steam trains, boat trips and paddle steamer.
Rock Distillery Dartmouth
1 Foss Street Dartmouth Tq69dw
Rock Distillery Dartmouth is a Food & Drink in Dartmouth.
What's On in Dartmouth
172 events to attend in Dartmouth, spanning Food & Drink, Entertainment and Educational, updated live by local businesses.
Some suggestions for What's On in Dartmouth: For Food & Drink try Beaujolais Nouveau (Creek at Dolphin Boatyard). Live Music Entertainment try Mermaid LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY (The Mermaid) and Beaujolais Nouveau (Creek at Dolphin Boatyard).
For Kids Food & Drink Entertainment Educational Arts and Culture
Mermaid LIVE DJ - FRIDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
6 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE DJ - FRIDAY is a Nightclub in Brixham.
Mermaid LIVE DJ - SATURDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
7 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE DJ - SATURDAY is a Nightclub in Brixham.
Mermaid LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
8 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY is a Live Music in Brixham.
Mermaid LIVE DJ - FRIDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
13 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE DJ - FRIDAY is a Nightclub in Brixham.
Mermaid LIVE DJ - SATURDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
14 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE DJ - SATURDAY is a Nightclub in Brixham.
Mermaid LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY
Hosted by The Mermaid
The Mermaid, 2 King Street Brixham TQ5 9TF
15 November 2026
Mermaid LIVE MUSIC - SUNDAY is a Live Music in Brixham.
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