Dartmouth Castle (English Heritage)
Castle Road
Dartmouth
Devon
TQ6 0JN
England
Website
www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/dartmouth-castle/
Telephone
01803 833588
Fax
01803 834 445
One of the most picturesquely-sited fortresses in England. For over 600 years Dartmouth Castle has guarded the narrow entrance to the Dart Estuary and the busy, vibrant port of Dartmouth.
This fascinating complex of defences was begun in 1388 by John Hawley, privateering Mayor of Dartmouth and the prototype of the flamboyant 'Shipman' in Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. About a century later the townsmen added the imposing and well-preserved 'gun tower', probably the very first fortification in Britain purpose-built to mount 'ship-sinking' heavy cannon. Climb to the top for breathtaking views across the estuary and see how it could be blocked in wartime by a heavy chain.
Visiting Dartmouth? Complete your day out with a picturesque river boat trip to the castle from the town quay, landing you a minute's walk from the castle.
Venue Type:
Heritage site, Castle or defences
Pirates Invade!
Arr me hearties! Pirates are invading Dartmouth Castle! Come visit if you dare and meet the crew of the famous pirate ship' La Grande Derrier'. Marvel at demonstrations of musketry and cutlass work and listen to far fetched and fantastical pirate tales.
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
£6.00
Website
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/pirates-invade-dc-26-may
Dartmouth Castle Through the Ages: Tudor
Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. This week immerse yourself in all things Tudor with authentic displays from the period, storytelling and craft activities for all the family.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-5pm
Admission
£6.00
Website
http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/events/dartmouth-castle-through-the-ages-tudor-dc-29-jul
Dartmouth Castle Through the Ages: Civil War
Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. This week, go back to the Civil War! Enjoy talks, demonstrations and children's sword drills for all our junior solidiers!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-5pm
Admission
£6.00
Website
Dartmouth Castle Through the Ages: Georgian
Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. We bring the castle to life with our Georgian theme this week. Meet some colourful characters and enjoy talks and demonstrations from the period.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-5pm
Admission
£6.00
Website
Dartmouth Castle Through the Ages: Victorian
Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. We explore the Victorian era this week and re-create an authentic camp where you can get up-close to discover about life during the Victorian Reign
Suitable for
- Any age
When
11am-5pm
Admission
£6.00
