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Dartmouth Boat Hire Centre For a faster way to get about the river, hire a motor boat from the guys at the huts near


Platform 1. They have vessels for two to eight people and having the power of a few horses be- hind makes it easier to reach other places like the delightful village of Dittisham. There are plenty of options for a spot of lunch and the more adventurous might carry on up river towards the medieval town of Totnes.


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Go Paddleboarding Stand Up Paddleboarding is a really fun way to get out on the water with


no experience necessary! Book a few hours with Sea Kayak Devon. Find your balance in the calm, quiet creeks of the Dart Estuary before heading out to explore the spectacular coastline.


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a disastrous encounter with the rocks. Tours (45 mins) take place on Sundays and Wednesdays (May - September). Adventurous children will love climbing the spiral staircase to the top (minimum height 1.1m).


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South Devon’s best kept secret? Fast Rabbit Farm occupies 43 acres


of the secluded Strawberry Valley, just one mile from Dartmouth. Nurtured since 1991, it is probably the largest garden featuring acid-loving plants in the county. Working with the natural features of the land, the many paths meander through wooded areas, an abundance of wild- flowers, a lake and many ponds. It is a sanctuary for many birds and insects.


Paignton Zoo The zoo is a must with over 200 animals, 6 animal habitats and its


own Jungle Express train. With conservation at its heart there is no better place to visit with the animal lovers in the family. Book your tickets at Paigntonzoo.org


Start Point Lighthouse Just beyond Torcross is the stunning Start Point peninsula. On it stands an imposing white lighthouse which, since 1836, has helped ships avoid


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