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by storms in 1917 following the short-sighted removal of a nearby beach. Now only a few ruined houses mark this haunting site. The tragic story of Hallsands is told in detail at a viewing platform over the ruined village. The damage, the attempts at defending it against the sea, its destruction and eventual dereliction is shown in pictures, photos and words of people who were there at the time. Parts of some of the houses still remain and can be seen from the viewing platform, although access down to the village is no longer permitted due to the unstable cliffs and continued erosion of the coastline. The viewing platform can be accessed via a short walk from Hallsands North beach or from the South West Coast Path from Beesands. There is very limited parking at Hallsands North beach.
8 Historic walk around Dartmouth with John Putt
Get a proper insight into Dartmouth’s history and its quirky stories, with local character John Putt. John Putt, known locally as ‘Putty’, is a volunteer and committed member of Dartmouth Museum. His knowledge and sense of humour makes his tour of the sights and buildings of Dartmouth not only informative but also fun and interactive. There’s plenty of time to stop, ask questions and take photos, all at a leisurely pace. The tours last approximately one and a half hours and avoid as many steps and hills as possible, making them very accessible. Tours run at 11am on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 2pm on Fridays from the Newcomen House next to the Tourist Information Centre and cost £5. Contact John on 07757 680457 to book in advance, or look out for him in his tour guide high visibility jacket or polo shirt.
9 Experience the River Dart by Canoe 7 Cockington Court
Set in an award-winning country park and just one mile from the seafront, Torquay’s Cockington Court is an historic manor house with more than 20 craft studios, tea rooms, a walled art garden, a Tudor rose garden, contemporary art gallery and popular children’s play area. The gallery has a growing reputation in the arts world, having exhibited work by artists of international acclaim as well as emerging local talent. As well as contemporary art you can see glass blowers, blacksmiths and chocolatiers at work. Admission is free and the centre is open from 10am to 5pm, although studio opening times may vary. For more information visit
cockingtoncourt.org
Exploring the beautiful River Dart in guided traditional long canoes
There’s nothing quite like exploring the River Dart by canoe. Forget tours and timetables, roads and traffic jams, take to the water and working with the tide, travel the river as people did before engines were invented. Canoe Adventures, set up in 1999, will guide you along the river in traditional long canoes. “It’s the ultimate multi- generational family adventure from toddler to grandparent,” says a happy customer. The canoes embark up to twelve people, plus their steersman-guide and full equipment, or you may book just one or two seats for a canoeshare excursion. More from
www.canoeadventures.co.uk
10 Monty Halls’ boat trips and safaris
Monty and his team of marine biologists run boat trips and safaris from his RIB ‘Jason’ which is moored on the River Dart.
CanoeAdventures.co.uk 01803 865301 35
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