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Dartmouth harbour with colourful boats moored along the waterfront

Dartmouth, Devon

A small, beautiful town at the mouth of the River Dart. Everything you need to know for a wonderful weekend.

Accommodation

The following are our personal recommendations but some might already be taken. Booking.com or airbnb are often the best approach for up-to-date availability.

The Royal Castle Hotel

Historic Hotel

A landmark 17th-century coaching inn right on the Embankment, with views over the river and Kingswear beyond. Beautifully restored with a warm, traditional atmosphere.

The Embankment, Dartmouth

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From £150 per night

Dart Marina Hotel & Spa

Hotel & Spa

Contemporary hotel and spa directly on the river with a private pontoon. Stunning views, excellent restaurant, and one of the best spas in Devon, perfect for a pre-wedding treat.

Sandquay Road, Dartmouth

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From £200 per night

Brown's Hotel

Boutique Hotel

A charming boutique hotel in the heart of Dartmouth with elegant, individually styled rooms. Excellent breakfast and a lovely bar. Just a short walk from the Embankment.

Victoria Road, Dartmouth

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From £130 per night

Dartmouth B&Bs

Bed & Breakfast

Dartmouth has a wonderful selection of independent B&Bs offering warm hospitality and excellent breakfasts. Explore options on exploredartmouth.co.uk for something more personal.

Various locations, Dartmouth

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From £80 per night

Kingswear & Surrounding Villages

Self-Catering & Holiday Cottages

Just across the river by ferry, Kingswear and the surrounding villages offer beautiful self-catering cottages with spectacular estuary views. A wonderful base for the weekend. If staying in Kingswear, there are regular ferries every 15 minutes to Dartmouth, either as a foot passenger or by vehicle.

Kingswear, TQ6

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From £120 per night

Dartmouth harbour at sunset during the Royal Regatta, with sailing boats on the River Dart and golden light reflecting on the waterDartmouth Boat-float

Things to Do

Dartmouth is one of England's most beautiful small towns. Here are our personal recommendations for making the most of your time here.

Dartmouth & Surrounds

All the key locations for the wedding weekend, mapped for you. Click any marker for directions.

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Dartmouth is approximately 3 hours from London via the M5 and A38. The postcode for the town centre is TQ6 9PH. Please note that Mayors Avenue car park will be closed for the weekend due to the Regatta, so please plan your parking arrangements in advance. We recommend using the Park and Ride, which is a well maintained and secure site. Note: roads around Dartmouth Castle are narrow, allow extra time.

The nearest mainline station is Totnes (approximately 12 miles). From Totnes you can take a taxi or the scenic Dartmouth Steam Railway to Kingswear, then the passenger ferry across to Dartmouth. The journey from London Paddington to Totnes takes approximately 2.5 hours.

The passenger ferry runs regularly between Dartmouth Embankment and Kingswear throughout the day and evening. It is the most charming way to arrive. A higher car ferry also operates nearby at Dartmouth–Kingswear Higher Ferry on the A3122.