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Guided Tours of Britannia Royal Naval College GUIDED TOURS OF


BRITANNIA ROYAL


NAVAL COLLEGE IN DARTMOUTH


SeaSports Southwest Ltd Based on New Quay Street, Teignmouth (Between The Ship and The New Quay Inn)


Photo: Craig Keating


ARE AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC THIS YEAR FROM 23 MARCH THROUGH TO 30 OCTOBER


RN Officer training at Dartmouth stretches back to 1863 and this, along with its connections with the Royal Family, is reflected in the college’s won- derful collection of artworks and artefacts.


For group bookings contact BRNC Tours Coordinator on 01803 677787


Photo: Craig Keating


For public tour booking contact Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre on 01803 834224


Designed by Sir Aston Webb this magnificent building, set in 126 acres of parkland dominates the skyline overlook- ing the beautiful and historic town of Dartmouth.


Cobbaton Combat Collection


KHAKI and olive drab predominate in this collection of military vehicles, mostly of WW2 vintage, which celebrates being open to the public for 30 years this year.


This off the beaten track collection is the result of one man’s lifetime of collecting anything World War Two. Three Romney hangars are home to over 60 mainly British and Canadian vehicles, including a 1944 Churchill Mk VII Crocodile Flamethrower Infantry Tank, armoured cars, trucks and personnel carriers. There are two 25 Pdr. field guns and a 17 Pdr. anti-tank gun, all restored and displayed in combat condition.


Amongst all that hardware are thousands of smaller items, from mortar shells to rationbooks, machine guns and gas masks. Displays of uniforms, kit and equipment show aglimpse of allied soldiers’ life during the 1939-1945 period. Items from other conflicts include personal weapons and equipment from WW1, an Argentinean gun and Mercedes jeep from the Falklands War, and a Centurion tank from the First Gulf War.


The collection spreads far beyond military vehicles and equipment, with another


building


housing the Wartime Home Front displays. The civilian’s world of ARP Wardens, Bomb Disposal, National Fire Service, Home Guard, Land Girls, WVS, evacuees, food rationing and coupons.


In the surplus and souvenir shop you can find


new and used combat clothing, unusual collectors’ items, deactivated guns, inert ammunition, survival and outdoor equipment, badges, toys, souvenirs and occasionally a vehicle for sale.


A Fordson 7V NAAFI canteen truck serves hot and cold drinks and snacks during the main season, and there is a large free car park and picnic area. The site has disabled access and facilities.


On the weekend of 13-14 August we will hold our annual ‘Cobbaton Combat VJ Weekend’ here – a gathering of military vehicles, enthusiasts, living history groups and collectors to commemorate Victory over Japan Day – the real end of the Second World War, and to remember the “‘Forgotten Army’ of the Burma Star. Entry to the show is free, 10am to 5pm.


Cobbaton Combat Collection is situated approximately seven miles south east of Barnstaple, and is signed from all directions.


Cobbaton Combat Collection


2011 Opening Hours 10.00 till 5.00 daily


(except Saturday) April, May, June, Sept & Oct. July & Aug open daily


Adults £6.75 • Children £4.00 • OAP £5.75


Winter by appointment Charges 2011


Chittlehampton, Umberleigh, North Devon, EX37 9RZ Preston Isaac and Tim Isaac Tel: 01769 540740


www.cobbatoncombat.co.uk e-mail: info@cobbatoncombat.co.uk


Tuition Trips Hire


Teignmouth Devon


www.seasports-sw.co.uk 01626 772555


Sea kayak camping trips.


RYA Windsurfing, Sailing, Powerboat and Jet Ski tuition BCU Kayak and Canoe Tuition and trips Stand up Paddle Board Hire and trips Junior Activity Weeks Pirate Parties and Kayak Parties Board and Open Kayak Hire from the beach And much more...


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The College is the principle establishment in the UK for the training of Royal Navy Officers and is recognised world- wide as a leader in its field, regularly training young officers from up to 22 nations.


WITH spacious shower rooms and changing facilities and a fantastic selection of windsurfing kit, Sailing dinghies, catamaran, kayaks, Canoes, stand up paddleboards, body boards and of course the three safety boats. We offer the widest choice of RYA & BCU Activities in the area. One to One lessons 2 and 5 day courses, Group lessons and taster days, call and see what we have for you. Whether it’s taking up a new challenge like learning to sail or to windsurf or honing existing skills and pushing those boundaries, this is going to be the year to do it! We have got lots of courses running and exciting new stuff. This year we are very pleased to be adding open canoeing and stand up paddleboards to our regular activities. You can check out the courses, dates, availability and even book on line at www.seasports-sw.co.uk – why not join in the blog. We are planning lots of adult and junior courses for the new season. What about a refresher course for those of you who windsurfed or sailed years ago, then just drifted out of it - it was fun then and with modern kit it’s even better now. You’ll be surprised at how much you haven’t forgotten! Why not join us for and evening of paddle- boarding? This is a fantastic new way to enjoy the water. It’s very easy to pick up and on our trips with an experienced guide you can’t help but have a good time. Paddle down tide to the Coombe Cellars where we stop for a rest and some refreshment while the tide turns then paddle back wit the tide to the Ship in for another rest and refreshment or even a BBQ on the beach. For sale We sell used and new wetsuits, wetsuit boots, and beach shoes, waterproofs, buoyancy aids gloves, dry bags. Just a few things you might need while you are here For Hire


Sailing boat Windsurfers Kayaks and Stand up paddleboards for hire from £5. When the weather is suitable we are usually to be found on the Front beach in Teignmouth at the Eastcliffe end of the beach where you can Hire any of the above but do be aware in order too hire dinghies and windsurfing kit you do need to have RYA level 2 or equivalent. When the Sea is rough you can still hire to take on the river just come to


the centre on New Quay Street. 01626 772555 – www.seasports-sw.com RYA Windsurfing and Sailing From beginners to. 2 hour private lessons, group lessons, 1 taster days 2 and 5 day courses. Instructor courses. Junior and adult courses running throughout the year.


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Windsurfers We are now taking bookings for advanced private clinics. At only £60 you get to take out our best kit and spend a couple of hours out on the water with our highly experienced instructors at your beck andcall. What’s more these clinics are available in the evenings so make the most of the light nights. Kayak Trips Why not explore the Teign estuary or take a guided trip stopping to picnic on the way. Perfect! Take a day trip or 2 or 3 hour trips or book yourself in for some BCU Tuition. The choice is yours! Sea kayak camping trips From SeaSports paddle out of the Teign Estuary and along the Coast, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way, to the River Exe, paddle with the tide up the Exe to the Turf locks for BBQ and camp for the night . After a cooked breakfast on Sunday morning paddle back to Teignmouth. Perfect! Junior Activity weeks for the Holidays £270 for 5 days


From 9 am until 4pm we take 8 to 15 year olds and give them the time of their lives; they windsurf, sail, kayak, canoe, stand up paddleboard, they have beach picnic and crabbing competitions, play beach games, learn new skills and very often achieve RYA certification, they make new friends and come home at night happy tired and with a real sense of achievement.


To find out what the children thought of the week check out the testimonial page on the site. Birthday Parties Kayak parties for the over 8s a bit of tuition and some fun & games on the water; and Pirate parties for younger children, off to far off shores to dig for hidden treasure x marks the spot – the perfect antidote to – well - indoor type parties!


With so many courses running over the summer why not give us a ring book in and come and have some fun on the water.


BCU Kayak inst Ev


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