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Berry Pomeroy Castle
The castle, now a romantic ruin, is reputed to be one of the most haunted in the British Isles. It has numerous legends associated with it, and has been the scene of numerous ghostly sightings and strange phenomena. The most enduring ghosts seem to be the terrifying apparitions of a White Lady and a Blue Lady.
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approx time from port
35 minutes |
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Coleton Fishacre
Coleton Fischare, an impressive home formerly of the D’Oyly Carte family of Gilbert and Sullivan fame, lies across the river from Dartmouth. The house reflects the time of the English ‘Arts & Crafts Movement’ which favoured the handcrafted in preference to the mass-produced. Perched high above the English Channel, the house is framed by a garden that falls steeply down to meet it. More information.
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approx time from port
30 minutes |
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Dartington Hall & Dartington Cider Press
Rich in history and set at the heart of a country estate, Dartington Hall was originally built in 1388 for John Holland, Earl of Huntingdon and half brother to Richard II. In 1925 the estate was purchased by Leonard Elmhirst and his American wife Dorothy (the Whitney heiress). The Elmhirsts’ were dedicated to social work and the arts. Their work included the creation of a school, sawmills, textile mill, poultry department, orchards and cider-making plant, as well as studios and workshops for the performance and practice of the arts.
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approx time from port
25 minutes |
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Dartmouth Castle
Defender of Dartmouth for 600 years. Dartmouth Castle stands in a superb waterside location, guarding the entrance to the Dart estuary. Magnificent battlement views and a fascinating history make the Castle the perfect venue for a great day out.
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approx time from port
5mins |
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Exeter Cathedral
Exeter’s majestic Cathedral is over 850 years old and is one of the finest examples of decorated Gothic work in England today. Its unique Norman twin towers dominate the city’s skyline. Famous for its West Front, Minstrel’s Gallery and also the world’s longest unbroken stretch of the gothic vaulting. Inside you will find the magnificent 15th century astronomical clock is reputed to be the inspiration of the children’s nursery rhyme ’Hickory, Dickory Dock’.
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approx time from port
1 hour 10 minutes |
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Morwellham Quay
In the heart of the spectacular Tamar Valley, amidst towering cliffs and gently rolling farmland, a lost world lives again. Costumed staff welcome visitors to the bustling 1860s port where history comes alive. Daily demonstrations of forgotten crafts, horse-drawn carriage rides, woodland walks and an historic farm combine to make a memorable day out.
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approx time from port
1 hour 15 minutes |
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Totnes – Gem of an Elizebethan Age
Totnes in the 16th century became one of the 20 richest towns in the country, thanks to Dartmoor tin and the cloth trade and many famous West Country seafarers like Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Humphrey Gilbert and Sir Francis Drake were frequent visitors to the town. During the Civil War, both sides used the town as a base, with Prince Charles, later Charles the Second, Oliver Cromwell and Sir Thomas Fairfax all coming here. |
approx time from port
30 minutes |