WELCOME Welcome from the Harbour Master
W
elcome to our beautiful river. Whether you are a local or a visitor, we are delighted that you are spending
time on the Dart. This guide is designed to provide useful information for all who use or are interested in the river, including details of all facilities, and sailing directions for the whole river. There is further information on our website at
dartharbour.org. All of the Dart Harbour team are here to make your time with us as enjoyable and trouble free as possible - if you have any questions, please pop in to see us the Harbour Office (6 Oxford Street, Dartmouth) or call us on VHF Channel 11 – callsign DARTNAV. The Dart is a playground for vessels of all sizes, our safe and sheltered waters are forgiving even for novices, but on the water it is easy for things to go wrong. Please always navigate with caution and consideration for other river users, especially swimmers and those in very small craſt such as paddle boards and kayaks. Smaller boats are recommended to keep clear of the busy areas around ferry landings. Remember that the speed limit on the river is 6 knots, but please do consider the effect of your wash on other river users and the river bank, and reduce speed where necessary.
We very much recommend you wear a
lifejackets or buoyancy aids at any time on the water – even on a nice day things can go wrong quickly. If you are out in the evening, always show lights, and remember as well that it is prohibited to navigate on the river under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If an incident does happen, please let us know, so we can help or try to prevent it happening again – give us a call or fill out the form on
dartharbour.org/report.
The Dart is part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and I would
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encourage you to explore the stunning natural beauty of the estuary, from the bustling historic town of Dartmouth to the tranquil reaches upstream, the picturesque villages of Dittisham and Stoke Gabriel, and ultimately the market town of Totnes. On route there are no shortages of attractions to visit, from riverside inns and cafés to steam railways, castles and Agatha Christie’s Greenway.
We are proud to be the stewards of the
estuary, looking aſter it for future generations, and would ask that you help us in this – please avoid letting any litter fall in the river, even something as small as a cigarette end has a negative impact on wildlife. Please use the waste bins provided and sort rubbish for recycling. Please also keep your bilges clean, to avoid oil entering the river. When cruising the river, you will almost certainly see wildlife from seals to Kingfishers. Remember that the river is their home and give them plenty of space.
We look forward to welcoming you to the
river. We encourage feedback, so do please let us know if there are any ways we could improve your experience of Dart Harbour.
Paul Britton Harbour Master & CEO
Paul Britton Harbour Master & CEO
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