Totnes Kayaks

Seal Encounter on the River Dart, Devon, UK

While kayaking one evening on the River Dart, I came across this large male seal, he kept coming right behind me. After 10 minutes or so I went to leave, and he followed me for about 5 minutes, splashing out of the water behind me - I must admit to being slightly unnerved by this...

Boat Trip down the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth

A river boat trip down the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth.

Heading to the Boat in Dittisham

Heading out to the Boat in Dittisham

Dittisham Sunset

Sunset in Dittisham, River Dart, Devon: 25/06/2015.
Shot on board Caribbean Horizon.

Filmed using GoPro Hero 3+ Black Edition.

The River Dart in spate, Buckfastleigh, Devon - 3rd January 2012

Several days of heavy rain on Dartmoor around the New Year caused the River Dart to rise in spate. This short film shows a mass of water flowing over the weir near the Dartbridge Inn, Buckfastleigh (NGR: SX747666).

Boat Trip on the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth in Devon 8

The Virtual Tourist takes a cruise on the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth in Devon

Petit Choux on the Dart

Stoke Gabriel over to Dittisham in a GP14 with an outboard

The Ferry Boat Inn Dittisham Devon

Camping adventures at Camp Wonky, Broadleigh Farm Totnes Devon

#moorlife #paigntonregatta #broadleighfarm #devon
In keeping with our ‘staycation’ we head to Totnes and pitch a tent. We bought the tent on eBay and hadn’t put it up before, or even looked at it. The results were a bit wonky!! Paignton regatta is in full swing so we head down to the green to enjoy the FREE entertainment, that’s the best kind!

BANKS OF THE RIVER DART (PART 9)THE BOAT HOUSE TO NOSS MARINA, DARTMOUTH UK.

Yacht Harbour
One of the finest marina locations in the West Country -- Dart Marina's Yacht Harbour has outstanding facilities and the atmosphere of an exclusive club. Annual berth-holders can enjoy the Health Spa, Restaurant, Bistro and Fitness Suite of the Dart Marina and take advantage of the setting which is within a stroll of Dartmouth's town centre. Perfectly positioned to enjoy the famous Dartmouth Regatta, the Yacht Harbour on the River Dart is an ideal base for local boating, Devon sailing & cruising, or more ambitious exploration.

We have a 14 metre and a 12 metre pontoon berth available for the remainder of the season. If you are looking for a berth for your yacht please contact us on 01803 837161 or email: yachtharbour@dartmarina.com

BANKS OF THE RIVER DART (PART 1) COMBE POINT TO DARTMOUTH CASTLE, DARTMOUTH UK.

Combe Point to Dartmouth Castle along the river by boat.
The river begins as two separate branches (the East Dart and West Dart), which join at Dartmeet. The paths along these rivers offer very attractive walking, and there are several small waterfalls. The rivers are crossed by a number of clapper bridges, notably at the hamlet of Postbridge.
After leaving the moor, the Dart flows southwards past Buckfast Abbey and through the towns of Buckfastleigh, Dartington and Totnes. At Totnes, where there is a seventeenth century weir (rebuilt in the 1960s)[citation needed it becomes tidal, and there are no bridges below the town.
The River Dart showing the lower part of the fish ladder near Buckfastleigh.A passenger ferry operates across the river from the village of Dittisham to a point adjacent to the Greenway Estate. Formerly the home of the late crime writer Agatha Christie, this has stunning views across the river, and the house and gardens are now owned by the National Trust and are open to the public.
The Dart estuary is a large ria and is popular for sailing. The village of Kingswear and town of Dartmouth are on the east and west sides of the estuary, and are linked by two vehicle ferries and a passenger ferry. The deep water port of Dartmouth is a sheltered haven.
The entrance to the river from the sea is a rocky entrance with cliffs either side. On the East side Kingswear Castle sits very close to the water's edge, and on the west side Dartmouth Castle is built on a rocky promontory at sea level. The castles once operated a defensive chain across the estuary, which was raised at dusk to destroy enemy ships attempting to attack the harbour. The remains of the operating mechanisms for the chain are still visible in Dartmouth castle.
The river takes its name from a Celtic vague word meaning 'river where oak trees grow' due to the banks of the lower Dart being covered in ancient woods of native oak

Drone over Dartmouth, Kingswear & River Dart 9th December 2017 - Aerial view

My first drone video of the River Dart was taken on a rather dull afternoon a few weeks ago. Yesterday, Friday, the weather was very bright but cold with a biting wind. The Controller App was telling my the batteries were too cold to fly but I decided to go for it - there might not be another opportunity for a while.

I was particularly cra**ing myself.....sorry worried when I was way outside of the estuary, over the sea in a strong wind.....would the damn thing come back.....but it did. Then some guy was moaning because I was flying over his field but I was more than 50m away from him and his house, 100m high and not interfering with his normal enjoyment of his property or in this case, muddy field !

The video gives a good illustration of Dartmouth - the beautiful estuary with the castles - the Kingswear Castle on the right you can stay in!! The stunning Jawbones Hill where people sit and watch the Red Arrows air display team performing BELOW them !

Enjoy and visit - with ME !

Dartmouth Terrace - by drone

fly with the eagle or scratch with the chickens..

Sailing River Dart| Engine won't start! Episode:8

Our engine fails while at anchorage and due to having the most awkward unknown engine we get stuck down the river dart!

We make the most of it and explore the beautiful hidden gardens around the area and have your first treat night out to a British pub cooked meal! No washing up ... Bonus!!

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