Dartmouth Castle

Guardian of the Dart

Journey through 600 years of history from medieval times to World War II. Discover the sights and sounds of a fully recreated gun deck. Enjoy splendid views of the Dart estuary from the castle battlements

This beautifully positioned defensive castle juts out into the narrow entrance of the Dart Estuary. Begun in the 14th century, the 'fortalice' was intended to protect the homes of Dartmouth merchants from shipbourne attack. By 1491 it had been reinforced by a gun tower, the very first fortification in England purpose-built to mount heavy cannon.

Today you can enjoy tales of the castle as you journey through time from the Tudor period and the Civil War to World War II.

Make it a full day out with a boat trip from the quayside at Dartmouth, which lands just a short walk from the castle entrance.

Parking (not owned by English Heritage, small charge)
Family learning resources available
Tearooms (not managed by English Heritage)
Toilets (not managed by English Heritage)

Opening Times

2008 1 Apr 2008 - 1 Jul 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 17:00
Thursday	10:00 - 17:00
Friday	10:00 - 17:00
Saturday	10:00 - 17:00
Sunday	10:00 - 17:00
Bank Holiday	10:00 - 17:00

2008 - summer 1 Jul 2008 - 31 Aug 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 18:00
Thursday	10:00 - 18:00
Friday	10:00 - 18:00
Saturday	10:00 - 18:00
Sunday	10:00 - 18:00
Bank Holiday	10:00 - 18:00

2008 1 Sep 2008 - 31 Oct 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 16:00
Thursday	10:00 - 16:00
Friday	10:00 - 16:00
Saturday	10:00 - 16:00
Sunday	10:00 - 16:00
Bank Holiday	10:00 - 16:00

Awards

Visit Britain Code of Practice 2008

Tickets Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Adult	from £4.00
Concession	from £3.20
Child	from £2.00

Road Directions

1 mile SE of Dartmouth off B3205, narrow approach road.

Public Transport Directions

Train: Paignton 8 miles via ferry
Bus: Stagecoach in Devon 120 Paignton - Kingswear, then a ferry to Dartmouth; First 111 Torquay - Dartmouth. On both, alight Dartmouth, then 1 mile walk or ferry to site.

Facilities

Provider Preferences

In countryside

Accessibility

Guide Dogs Permitted

Parking & Transport

Parking (charge)

Catering

On-Site café/restaurant
Picnic Site

Payment Methods

Approx length of visit - 02:00
Groups Accepted - Due to access restrictions, pre-booking by groups is advised although not essential.
MasterCard accepted
Max group size - 75
Min group size - 11
Special group rates
Visa accepted