Top Things to do in Dartmouth
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Dartmouth, England
Discover the best top things to do in Dartmouth, United Kingdom including Britannia Royal Naval College, Coleton Fishacre, Manna from Devon Cooking School, Dartmouth Bookseller, Dartmouth Escape Rooms, St. Saviour's Church, Dartmouth Museum, The Dart on Dartmoor, Thomas Newcomen Engine, The Flavel Arts Centre.
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1. Britannia Royal Naval College
Overall Ratings
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. Manna from Devon Cooking School
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
A family run cooking school established in 2006 and overlooking the River Dart. We specialise in Bread, Fish, Mediterranean and Asian Cuisines and Wood-fired Oven Cooking. Holiday times will feature Family Classes aimed at inspiring youngsters to cook.Our classes are small, friendly, very much hands on and designed to inspire both budding and experienced cooks to explore new areas and expand their repertoires.
Reviewed By Tilly2934 - Bournemouth, United Kingdom
I booked onto the Mastering your oven course in the hope that not only would it help with my pizza disasters but also give me additional ideas for my oven. This course did not disappoint! From arrival there was a warm welcome from Holly and David, we were provided with copious amounts of coffee and tea. After brief introductions the cooking began and we were fed throughout the day with amazing food all cooked in the wood fired oven. In addition, we made our own pizza dough which we were expertly guided through at every stage and shown how to shape like the experts (well David made it look easy anyway). Having made our own pizzas we were then treated to a full lunch! And pud! (With wine for those not driving). From booking the course, communication has been great and we were taught in an easy going humorous manner by clearly very knowledgable masters in their field. David who for our day was front of house managed to answer all questions fired at him whilst Holly worked tirelessly prepping all of the food in the background. I do not hesitate in recommending anyone attending one of Manna of Devon courses if you want to get the best out of your oven - you will go home with the confidence to tackle anything. Thank you both for a great experience.
4. Dartmouth Bookseller
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Dartmouth Bookseller is located on the foss street in Devon. Opened in 2015 we are staffed by knowledgeable booksellers who enjoy nothing more than recommending great reads. We aim to cater for everyone, stocking a wide range of fiction, children's and local interest titles. We host many vibrant and diverse book events throughout the year.
Reviewed By 585gill - West Sussex, United Kingdom
Fabulous bookshop - very well stocked and warm welcome from friendly knowledgeable staff. Great selection of cards too. Thoughtfully organised for current times. You can buy from Dartmouth Bookseller on-line too with speedy deliveries. Enjoy your visit!
5. Dartmouth Escape Rooms
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
We are hidden amongst the famous cobbled Foss Street. We offer family friendly indoor fun, No mystery to solve. Lots of key finding, puzzle fun for families, kids ( age 9 upwards ) teens, families, corporate and stags & hens . We have 2 rooms to from The Mayflower adventure, a journey through time, and The 'Spy' Hotel, completely different and both exciting and fun. An experienced family business. Rated excellent by our customers on Trip Advisor. All weather fun activity to do when visiting Dartmouth or Torbay ( Paignton, Brixham or Torquay). Centrally located near to holiday accommodation, shopping, the River Dart Dartmouth's restaurants, bars, and . Covid safe and member of Visit England , and holds the 'Good to Go' stamp of approval. All bookings through our Dartmouth Escape Rooms website.
Reviewed By Jbarratt123
Great fun! We didn’t escape unfortunately, but came close. Good level of difficulty, lots of puzzles to solve. Really recommended, great way to spend an hour. Staff very helpful and friendly too.
6. St. Saviour's Church
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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.
7. 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.
8. The Dart on Dartmoor
9. Thomas Newcomen Engine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Harfnarf
A cost-free must-see for all those interested in industrial history. Amazing to witness this made-in-Dartmouth piece of genius.
10. The Flavel Arts Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By happyholsforever
The Flavel Arts Centre is situated right in the centre of Dartmouth offering a choice of interesting activities such as art exhibitions, concerts and a cinema showing newly released films as well as the live ballet performances favoured by many city cinemas. Definitely worth visiting!
