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1 Harbour Guide 2016 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV

2 Contents Information Here to Help 4 Essential Information 5 Customs 5 Animals 5 Berthing Summary of Charges 6 Berthing 7 Quayside and Pontoon Berthing 9 Dart Harbour & Facilities Safety Information 10 Weather 10 Distress Signals and Radio 10 Waste and Recycling 11 Byelaws Summary 12 Stakeholders and Friends of Dart Harbour 13 The DHNA 14 A Natural Environment Environmental Management of the Dart 15 Local Attractions Dartmouth 18 Further Afield 19 Totnes 20 Tidal Information Tidal Information 32 Tide Tables 33 Maps Dartmouth/Kingswear Berthing Map 36 River Dart to Totnes Map 37 Maps of Dittisham, Stoke Gabriel and Totnes 38 Sailing Directions Sailing Directions (from the Harbour Mouth to Totnes) 48 Facilities Facilities and Services 66 2 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

3 Welcome Welcome to our 2016 Dart Harbour Guide Welcome to the stunning River Dart your premier South West destination! Our job as Board and Staff of the Dart Harbour and Navigation Authority (DHNA) is to make your visit to the area as pleasant and trouble free as possible. The river includes the bustling and historic town of Dartmouth with all its attractions, where you will find the majority of visitors facilities clearly shown later in this guide. If you wish to explore - further up river there are more tranquil areas please respect these peaceful spots so that all may enjoy them with equal measure. I wish to remind you that the speed limit within the DHNA area is 6 knots the impact of your wake is easily felt in this waterway by users, flora and fauna alike. Please observe this and other Dart Harbour Byelaws. The River Dart is, in our opinion, one of the most beautiful places you can find. We would like you to help us keep it that way by respecting the environment. We have provided opportunities to recycle and refuel mid river please be careful and mindful of other users when using these great facilities. If you have any questions our staff remain on hand at the Harbour Office (6 Oxford St, Dartmouth), or DARTNAV on VHF Ch11 to answer them. In any case please call on VHF as you approach to gain berthing instructions. We look forward to seeing you - enjoy your stay! Rob Giles Harbour Master I would like to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of the Board and the team at Dart Harbour. The River Dart is one of the most beautiful rivers on the South Coast and is popular with both leisure and commercial users. Our aim is to see it flourish whilst preserving its environmental integrity. We hope that you enjoy your time on the river, but that you minimize the environmental impact of your activities so that the Dart remains an area of outstanding natural beauty. I invite you to explore the river all the way to Totnes and to use the river s amenities to the full. Please let us know of any way in which we may improve your experience of Dart Harbour. I hope that you will find the Harbour Guide of use, but if you need further information or assistance either use the website or please call the friendly team in the Harbour Office. Neil Hockaday Chairman Yacht Taxi CH 69 3

4 Here to Help Senior Management Team The staff at Dart Harbour are headed up by the Harbour Master/CEO and four managers covering different areas of the Authority s business. Office Team The friendly team in the Harbour Office look forward to helping you with your boat and mooring queries. River Team Regular patrols are made by full time and seasonal river staff to enable the efficient allocation of visitors moorings and collection of harbour dues and mooring fees. These officers also play a key role in maintaining all moorings in good condition throughout the year. Yacht Taxi Drivers Dart Harbour have a pool of Yacht Taxi Drivers to provide you with a year-round Yacht Taxi Service (see page opposite for operating times) Photography Tim Stanger, Graham Gough, Nick Shepherd, Joe Murtagh, Paul Levie, Ray Fletcher. Design & Print by: Kingfisher Print and Design 4 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

5 Essential Information Dart Harbour & Navigation Authority 6 Oxford Street, Dartmouth, TQ6 9AL Tel: Fax: Website: info@dartharbour.org VHF Channel 11 Callsign DARTNAV Out of Hrs Duty Officer Communications VHF Radio: Port working frequency Channel 11, callsign DARTNAV. The harbour extends from just seaward of the Castle Ledge starboard hand light buoy ¾ mile SE of Kingswear Castle to Totnes Weir and is administered by the Authority. Customs Those requiring UK Border Agency should telephone (24 hours) for advice. Animals Vessels from foreign ports with animals on board are not permitted alongside the quays and are not to land the animals. Animals must at all times be restrained and kept securely confined within a totally enclosed part of the vessel from which they cannot escape. Important contact numbers Emergency 999 or 112 Where life is in danger ask for the Coastguard (if afloat) or Police, Fire or Ambulance Coastguard Emergencies 999 Daytime number Police Emergencies 999 Non emergency 101 Routine Information Numbers NCI Froward Point - VHF Ch 65 Environment Agency UK Border Agency Higher Ferry Lower Ferry Passenger Ferry Greenway Ferry South Hams District Council Other Local Harbours Torquay Brixham Salcombe Opening Hours Dart Harbour Office Summer Hours (April - September) Monday to Friday Saturday & Sunday Bank Holidays Winter Hours (October - March) Monday to Thursday Friday Christmas/New Year - Please check with office River Patrols (May - September) Daily Times may vary please contact the Harbour Office Dart Harbour Yacht Taxi (Daily) January - February , March - April , May - September October , November - December Christmas Day and New Year s Day - No Service Yacht Taxi CH 69 5

6 Summary of Charges 1st April st March 2017 Full schedule of charges available from the Harbour Office or on website ( All charges include 20% VAT. Every visiting vessel must pay for Dart Harbour berth and harbour dues for the duration of stay. All charges (except inside Town Jetty) for vessels will be rounded up to the nearest half metre. How to Pay Visitors can pay by cash, cheque or debit/credit card at the Harbour Office or to a River Officer. Payment may also be made over the phone by debit/credit card. Summer Charging Policy During July and August visiting vessels will be charged double berthing fees after the first 14 day stay. Harbour Dues 85p per metre per day. If you wish to make an extended visit or return on a regular basis during the year then it may be more cost-effective to apply to the Harbour Office to pay year end harbour dues ( per metre per annum). Berth Charges Shown from river mouth upstream, locations of these moorings are shown on the map in the centre pullout section. Mid River Buoys Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Yacht Club Pontoon Mono-hull 1.35 per metre per day Multi-hull 2.10 per metre per day Quay Dues North & South Embankment Town Jetty Outside Berths Inside Berths Electricity Mono-hull 1.35 per metre per day Multi-hull 2.10 per metre per day Mono-hull 1.35 per metre per day ( hrs only) Multi-hull 2.10 per metre per day ( hrs only) Two vessels per berth Mono-hull 2.30 per metre per day Multi-hull 3.30 per metre per day All Town Jetty berth charges include water and electricity 3.00 per day if applicable. DC Pontoon DA Pontoon Deep Water Pontoons 1, 2 & 3 Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Dittisham Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Swinging Moorings Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Multi-hull 1.20 per metre per day Stoke Gabriel Mono-hull 85p per metre per day Prices may be subject to change. Correct at date of going to print. SHDC Quay, Totnes Mono-hull 1.35 per metre per day Multi-hull 2.10 per metre per day 6 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

7 Berthing Visiting Vessels Arrivals should contact Dart Harbour on VHF Channel 11 (call sign DARTNAV) to arrange to berth. If you intend to stay for more than 14 days please contact the Harbour Office. Please refer to relevant Admiralty Chart or equivalent to ensure safe berthing for your vessel. The following berths are available for the exclusive use of visiting vessels to the harbour on a first come first served basis. Anchorages The only designated anchorage is east of the mainstream large ship buoys in Dartmouth between the buoys and the mooring trots off Kingswear. However other opportunities exist to anchor clear of the main channel between the outer limit of the harbour and Duncannon. Contact the Harbour Office or River Officer for anchorages in the Dart. No anchoring is permitted in the vicinity of the Higher Ferry as this is a turning area for large vessels. Beware of ground chains off buoys MS1 to MS8 mainstream buoys (consult charts to avoid fouling). Please see Local Notice for Mariners for anchoring regulations (available from the Harbour Office or on DC Pontoon island pontoon for vessels up to 12m LOA. DA Pontoon island pontoon for vessels up to 12m LOA. Deepwater 1, 2 and 3 island pontoons for vessels up to 14m LOA. (N pontoon up to 12m LOA). Dittisham Swinging moorings of various sizes up to a maximum LOA of 18m. Each buoy is white with black V and maximum length permissible stated. Berth on the nearest buoy appropriate to your vessel length. Call Dart Harbour on VHF Channel 11 (Callsign DARTNAV) for guidance. Stoke Gabriel 2 swinging moorings (shallow water) (1 for 9m and 1 for 8m vessels) Totnes South Hams District Council marked jetty. Max stay 7 days for vessels. Dartmouth Yacht Club Pontoon (May to September) walk ashore pontoon for vessels up to 9m LOA. Midstream Buoys (numbered MS1 to MS8) for large/commercial vessels, please apply to the Harbour Office for details of facilities 72 hours in advance. Vessels of 50m or more are required to take the services of a pilot. Certain vessels over 20m are also subject to compulsory pilotage. Enquire at the Harbour Office of visit the website for details. Town Jetty (Outside) (all year between 1700 & 0845hrs) walk ashore pontoon with electricity for vessels. Town Jetty (Inside South) (April to September) walk ashore berths with electricity. Yacht Taxi CH 69 7

8 Berthing Annual Moorings Annual mooring holders are to berth in the location and manner as directed by the Harbour Office and terms and conditions. If you wish to apply for an annual berth at Dart Harbour please contact the Harbour Office for an application form for the waiting list system. Moorings for Tenders/Dinghies Tenders/dinghies no more than 4.3m LOA may berth for short periods as follows:- Yacht Club Pontoon (marked area) up to 2 hours. Darthaven Marina up to 2 hours Kingswear Dinghy Rack up to 6 hours Green Pontoon up to 12 hours Double Steps Pontoon up to 6 hours Dittisham Pontoon (area clearly marked) up to 6 hours Stoke Gabriel Pontoon up to 6 hours Refer to Local Notice for Mariners for further information. Quay. Please check the tide before launching and contact the Harbour Office if you have any queries. Harbour Dues are payable to the Harbour Office or River Officer. There are also private launching facilities at Darthaven Marina and Blackness Marine. There are small slipways at Stoke Gabriel, Greenway Quay and Dittisham (a charge may be made). Trailer Parking South Hams District Council provide parking for trailers of no more than 15ft in length at Coronation Park, Dartmouth. Trailer parking is also available from Blackness Marine, Totnes Rowing Club, at Dittisham and Baltic Wharf. Launching Facilities A public slipway is located in Dartmouth alongside the Higher Car Ferry and in Totnes at the Rowing Club downstream from Steamer 8 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

9 Berthing Quayside and Pontoon Berthing Dartmouth Vessels must apply to the Harbour Office to berth alongside the North and South Embankments. It is possible to berth at the North Embankment and the South Embankment. The North Embankment dries out at all tides and the South Embankment at springs. Quay Dues are payable for any vessel berthing alongside either embankment. A walk ashore pontoon is situated at the beginning of the South Embankment, opposite the Dartmouth Yacht Club, and is available for those who wish to have easy access to the town (main season only). There is also limited berthing on the Town Jetty, which is a large floating service jetty situated in the centre of the town. Berthing on these facilities is under the direction of a River Officer or the Harbour Office. Greenway There is a private quay at Greenway which dries out. Details are available from the Harbour Office, River Officer or the ferryman at Dittisham on VHF Ch. 10, call sign Greenway Ferry or telephone Stoke Gabriel This area dries out on every tide. Please contact a River Officer for advice. For berthing on the quay wall please contact the River Shack at Stoke Gabriel on Bow Creek Vessels may berth alongside the quay by the Maltsters Arms contact the landlord on for permission. Fin keeled craft are advised to return to Dittisham rather than dry out against the quay. Totnes There are limited berthing facilities at Totnes and mariners should be aware that all berths dry out at low water. Visiting yachtsmen may tie up at the small wooden quay on the eastern side of the river between the Rowing Club and Steamer Quay. This facility is owned by South Hams District Council and fees for berthing here are payable to them via Dart Harbour. Berthing at Steamer Quay and Town Quay (privately owned) is not permitted but passengers may land and embark at the public steps there. To contact a River Officer or the Harbour Office call DART NAV on VHF Ch. 11 or the Harbour Office on Yacht Taxi CH 69 9

10 Safety Information The water can be a hostile, unfriendly and unforgiving environment. For those of us who want to enjoy ourselves on or in the water, some sensible precautions and thought can ensure that the marine environment is friendly and safe as well as enjoyable. It will never, however, be forgiving for those who are not wary! There is plenty of safety advice that can be obtained from the Royal Yachting Association, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution and the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. Make sure you are adequately trained for the activity you want to do on or in the water and that you are familiar with any safety equipment available to you. Beyond that, exercise care and consideration for others and operate within your limits. Weather Full Shipping and Maritime Safety forecasts are broadcast by the Coastguard on VHF Ch. 23 (Dartmouth area VHF Ch. 10) at 0710 and Inshore reports transmit every 3 hours (local time). The broadcasts include Marine Call Inshore Waters Forecast and any gale or strong winds warnings in force. Weather forecasts are also posted daily outside the Harbour Office throughout the year and are available from the office during opening hours. The website has a live feed giving shipping and inshore forecasts on the home page National Coastwatch Institution Froward Point If you need details of live weather conditions contact the lookout on or go to for 24hr weather station and web cam live information. Distress Signals It is important that you know what distress signals are both so you can make them and recognise them. A full list can be found in Annexe IV of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (The Rules of the Road). The main signals are: Rockets or shells throwing red stars SOS in Morse Code made either by radiotelegraphy or by flashing light The spoken word Mayday made by radiotelephony Flags NC A red rocket parachute flare/hand flare An orange smoke signal Slowly and repeatedly raising and lowering arms outstretched to each side Please remember it is prohibited to exhibit any distress signal except to indicate that you are in distress. Radio The marine band VHF radio is probably the greatest single improvement to safety at sea that has ever occurred. You need two separate licences to use a marine radio. One for the radio itself and another to be allowed to operate the radio. The radio agency frequently carries out checks for both types of licence. A mobile phone is no substitute for a marine band VHF; it does not have the range and cannot be heard by more than one person at a time not much good if you re trying to tell the world you are in distress! Do not rely on mobile phones for communication with the shore or with other craft. Safety Management Dart Harbour is compliant with the Port Marine Safety Code (2009) and operates a safety management system covering all activities on the river including Dart Harbour statutory responsibilities. Please contact the Harbour Office if you require further information. 10 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

11 Waste and Recycling Local Notices for Mariners (LNTM) Critical to the safe operation of the harbour is the issue of LNTM. These cover events, incidents and other matters affecting harbour safety. They may include directions to keep clear of affected areas and are therefore essential reading for harbour users. A consolidated list of extant LNTMs is available on the website or please contact the Harbour Office if you need further information. Waste and Recycling All waste from vessels in Dartmouth must be disposed of using bins provided on the waste pontoon. This is located mid stream up river of the fuel barge and has the capacity to recycle a variety of waste types. Waste skips in the vicinity of the Town Jetty should not be used as these are trade skips belonging to local businesses. There are also waste facilities at Dittisham and Stoke Gabriel. Bag and bin your rubbish. Recycle and re-use where possible. If the bins are full, please ring the Harbour Office. Please do not leave waste bags on pontoons as they encourage sea gulls. Hazardous waste, batteries or oil should be taken home or deposited in approved facilities. Batteries By arrangement with Dart Harbour staff (batteries are not to be left on pontoons). Domestic Dry Waste Mainstream Pontoon above fuel barge. Flares Dart Harbour does not accept old flares. Please arrange with the Coastguard to dispose of flares on Hazardous/Toxic Waste Disposal by arrangement with Dart Harbour a charge will be levied (not to be left on any facility or pontoon). Oil Waste Small amounts up to 20 litres Dart Harbour, Hoodown Workshop area, Kingswear. Large amounts and commercial users by arrangement with Dart Harbour a charge will be made. Portable Tanks Fill portable tanks and spare fuel containers away from the water s edge. Do not overfill tanks and always provide drip trays. Water Water supplies for visiting vessels are available on the Dart Harbour waste pontoon mid river. Contact Dart Harbour staff if assistance is required. Paint and Oil Filters Paint tins and oil filters are classed as special waste these items should be disposed of at special facilities and not in general skips. Tel: Dart Harbour Pollution If you see (or accidentally cause) a pollution incident, report it straight away. The same applies even if you only suspect pollution (eg: dead fish, excessive foaming or water discolouration. (Environment Agency Tel: )). Sewage Untreated sewage from yachts is unsightly and a health hazard. Use shore-side facilities whenever possible. Never discharge chemical toilet waste into the estuary. Grey water pump out facilities are available at Darthaven Marina ( ). General Notes Dart Harbour s current contractor separates and recycles harbour waste currently about 60 percent of all waste deposited in harbour facilities is recycled. Disposal of all refuse and waste oil must only be made at facilities specifically provided for that purpose. Any person found illegally disposing of hazardous material (eg flares, batteries, oil etc) will be prosecuted. Yacht Taxi CH 69 11

12 Byelaws Summary This section highlights some of the most important byelaws. There are many more which must be adhered to at all times. Please refer to our website for a pdf of the byelaws to download free of charge or alternatively a hard copy may be purchased from the Harbour Office for a small fee. The speed limit within the harbour is 6 knots The harbour limit begins at the Castle Ledge Buoy and extends to the weir at Totnes. The 6 knot speed limit must not be exceeded and wash must be kept to a minimum. Vessels in Home Reach should not travel at speed greater than necessary to maintain steerage way and must not create any wash (byelaw 6). Persons under 16 No person under the age of 16 years is allowed to take charge of a vessel capable of exceeding 6 knots, unless he/she is in possession of an appropriate RYA qualification or is accompanied by a competent and responsible person of 16 years or over (byelaw 7). Diving Diving activities may only be undertaken with a signed diving permit from the Harbour Master (byelaw 21(3)). Harbour Dues Harbour Dues are payable by all vessels using the harbour. Vessels are entitled to use the harbour subject to the payment of dues and the observance of harbour regulations. All vessels within the harbour are deemed to be using the harbour. Searchlights Searchlights should not be used unless absolutely necessary and should never be shone at bridges, cockpits or other steering positions. Life saving appliances All vessels must carry sufficient life saving appliances for all persons on board. It is strongly advised that life jackets are worn in open vessels at all times. The carrying of passengers Passengers may only be carried in vessels licensed to do so and such vessels must be under the control of a person licensed to carry passengers. The penalty for carrying passengers without the appropriate licences is severe. The MCA defines a passenger as someone not essential to the running of a vessel. This includes film crews, photographers, models, actors and journalists but not non-working guests in a recreational vessel. If in doubt seek advice from the Harbour Office. Fire on harbour premises Fires, including gas burners, may not be lit on harbour premises without the permission of the Harbour Master (byelaw 68 (4)). Display of lights at night All power-driven vessels are to exhibit navigation lights appropriate for their length and, as a minimum, at least one all round white light when under way at night. 12 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

13 Stakeholder Groups Stakeholder Groups and Friends of Dart Harbour As a Trust Port, Dart Harbour has accredited three stakeholder groups to represent different key user groups concerned with the River Dart. The aim of the groups is to provide a vehicle to influence and lobby the Dart Harbour Board. Dart Harbour would like to encourage river users to join their relevant stakeholder group. More information about stakeholder groups can be found on the Dart Harbour website. Association of Dart River User Clubs The Association of Dart River User Clubs represents leisure users via the various yacht clubs, sailing clubs and boating associations operating on the Dart. For details of participating clubs please visit Please contact Chris Cooper on or coopershakes@hotmail.com River Dart Commercial User Group For those with a commercial interest and/or businesses operating on the River Dart. Contact: Chairman John Holman, melanie@darthaven.co.uk or phone River Dart Non-Beneficiaries Group This group represents local communities and those agencies and authorities who have a direct involvement in the Dart estuary. For relevant contact details please contact the Harbour Office. Friends of Dart Harbour Do you have a love for the River Dart? Do you have a specific area of expertise? Would you like to become a Friend of Dart Harbour? Dart Harbour maintain a database of river users who have professional or vocational expertise from a variety of areas including engineering, architecture, wildlife, recreation, building, law etc. If you would be willing to share your skills with us, please become a Friend of Dart Harbour and help preserve our beautiful river for ourselves and for our future generations. If you are interested, please your contact details, including your area of expertise to info@dartharbour.org. Yacht Taxi CH 69 13

14 DHNA The Dart Harbour and Navigation Authority The Dart Harbour and Navigation Authority is a Trust Port, a Competent Harbour Authority and a Local Lighthouse Authority. A Trust Port is an independent not for profit statutory body established by Act of Parliament. Competent Harbour Authorities are expected to maintain a pilotage service and can make pilotage directions including making pilotage compulsory. Local Lighthouse Authorities can establish navigation marks within their area of jurisdiction and must maintain these to required standards. All navigation marks are inspected annually by a Trinity House inspector. Trust Ports are run by independent boards, the members of which are selected for the expertise they bring to the Authority. Board members are expected to support the executive in carrying out the duties placed on the port by central government and lend their expertise to the Authority for this purpose. The Authority is charged with the safety of navigation within Dart Harbour, and is permitted to establish moorings within the harbour and to license others, with some restrictions, to do the same. Other statutory duties are to be prepared for incidents such as the clean up of any oil spills. The Harbour also has a waste disposal plan in place. As a Statutory Harbour, the Authority can enforce national legislation and make and enforce byelaws. This is what harbour dues pay for and why they are levied on all craft in the harbour. The Authority has about 1,600 permanent moorings in the harbour. The vast majority are let on an annual basis to craft kept by their owners in the harbour. The Authority also provides a number of visitors moorings. The fees collected from these moorings are used to fund improvements and provide services within the harbour, such as the yacht taxi, pontoons and additional river patrols under the user pays principle. Dart Harbour takes income solely from users of the river and no other source. 14 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

15 A Natural Environment Our estuaries are a defining feature of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and although frequently overlooked, the benefits they give us are life enhancing everything from some of the air we breathe and the food we eat, to the water we play and work on or some of us, in! The estuary s water quality isn t just a concern to those that like to feel the spray between their teeth but to everyone who lives, works or plays on and around it... but not just a concern, a responsibility too. Consider that almost every sink, drain, drive, road, garden and field within the estuary s catchment area eventually drains through it with all the many drops of oil, phosphate-rich detergents, nitrate-rich food waste, farm and garden pesticides and fertilisers. And suddenly, it s not rocket science to take an interest and care it s a pure common science investment! enjoyment of the estuary and may be viewed at The plan forms a local component of the South Devon AONB Management Plan. Raising awareness about the sustainable management and natural history of the estuary, is a major part of our work and a programme of guided events is run locally. South Devon AONB Estuaries Officer, Nigel Mortimer, is available to give illustrated talks and guided field visits about the South Devon estuaries to local schools and groups by prior arrangement. Nigel.Mortimer@SouthDevonAONB.org.uk or tel: The estuary s saltmarsh, rocky shores and even the mud are all part of the equation it might not look much, but you have to ask yourself why the birds, fish and other creatures come here in such massive numbers? The Dart Estuary Environmental Management Plan, developed by the local community, businesses and interest groups, gives some guidance on ensuring the conservation and sustainable use and Yacht Taxi CH 69 15

16 A Natural Environment Enjoying the wild side The Dart estuary has something for everybody from busy quays and high-street shopping to hidden blue-sky retreats and quiet anchorage. But if you want to enjoy the local wildlife, this section is for you. The estuary supports significant wildlife populations that are easily disturbed to enjoy it you ll need to visit quietly and in particular: Keep your speed down and avoid wash some wildlife will ignore moving boats, so rather than stopping, try passing quietly. Keep dogs under strict close control dogs off leads are unpredictable to wildlife and are almost always taken as a threat. Take all waste home - don t throw seafood from outside the estuary back either, as this can introduce alien species. If collecting wild food and you want to come back, only take cuttings of plants and only as much as you are likely to use. And if you see anything unusual please report it, we d love to hear! Making a difference For work or play, our health is interlinked with that of our surroundings - looking after it is a real no brainer! Most of our local issues start off tiny but their frequency can make them a real problem, e.g. refuelling spillages. As ever, prevention is better than cure, especially in the water and the answer is simple common sense we all take a little extra care, the benefits are real! Water quality water quality affects us all it s pretty good here but could be better, so please join the locals: sort out all oil leaks, every drop counts - fit an oil filter to your bilge pump or use a bilge sock use only phosphate free and degradable detergents only pump-out what you must... everything else 3miles away from the local oyster farms! use the local brown bin system for food waste not the sewage system! refuel with care, make use of every drop, use a fuel collar to catch drips and blowback, & have a spill kit handy (NB cleaning spills with detergent makes the problem worse!) scrub your hull once a year to help stop the spread of aliens - put the scrapings in the bin not back in the water. Sea litter, bin litter! Always report all pollution incidents swiftly: Tel (24hrs) 16 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

17 A Natural Environment Marine Animals Code of Conduct For some animals such as dolphins the confined shallows of our estuary make greater demands on their navigation and extra allowances for them must be made here. Always let them decide what happens Keep your distance never closer than 100m Never drive head-on to, or move between, scatter or separate groups of animals. If unsure, stop and put the engine in neutral Take special care with mothers and young Avoid repeated changes in direction or speed - maintain a slow no wake speed - if animals keep heading away or your activity is distressing them, slowly leave Never dispose of any rubbish, litter or contaminants at sea. DO NOT APPROACH 100m DO NOT APPROACH 200m 100 Metres for 1 Boat 200 Metres for 2 or more Boats Don t stay for more than 15 minutes Many of our larger marine animals are protected by the Wildlife & Countryside Act (as amended) it is an offence to deliberately or recklessly disturb, harass or endanger them. Please report any such incidents to the Police 101 or RSPCA stating boat details or trailing car registration... thank you. Yacht Taxi CH 69 17

18 Local Attractions Britannia Royal Naval College, Dartmouth Dartmouth The picturesque town of Dartmouth, situated in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, has been a thriving port since the 14th century. The town is located on the west bank of the River Dart and boasts a rich history, still evident today in its architecture. Dartmouth has many fine restaurants, as well as a variety of shops, museums and other attractions, all within easy reach of the river frontage. The natural, deep water harbour regularly attracts luxury yachts and visiting cruise and naval ships. Dartmouth became prosperous in the Middle Ages exporting cloth from Totnes, and importing wine from France and Spain. The Cherub Inn (1380) and The Butterwalk (1628), which includes the Dartmouth Museum, are two of the oldest buildings. In 1905, the Britannia Royal Naval College was built to train naval officers. Tours of the college can be booked through the Tourist Information Centre Bayards Cove a cobbled medieval quay and 16th Century coastal defence tower is a short walk from the Harbour Office. Visitors can travel by ferry to Dartmouth Castle which dates from 1488 and once protected the river entrance with the aid of a chain slung across the river mouth. While at the castle, visitors can visit the nearby Church of St Petrox. Foss Street, Dartmouth The church was first recorded in There is also a ferry from Dartmouth to Dittisham running every half hour in the summer. 18 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

19 Local Attractions Further Afield For those wishing to explore further afield, trains from the Dartmouth Steam Railway and Riverboat Company run through breathtaking scenery to the seaside town of Paignton. National Trust Properties Visit the National Trust house and gardens at Greenway (once the home of Agatha Christie) and the arts and crafts-influenced house and garden at Coleton Fishacre (designed for Sir Rupert D Oyly Carte in 1925). Both are close by and well worth a visit. Greenway is within walking distance of Greenway Quay and a ferry operates from Dartmouth (for Greenway Ferry see On the coast path near Froward Point you can visit the Daymark Tower, one of the Dart Harbour navigation marks that helps to identify the River Dart entrance from the sea. Dittisham Upstream Exploring The navigable waters of the Dart extend to the Elizabethan town of Totnes. If the tide is right, take the time to explore the creeks and villages along the way (Dittisham, Galmpton and Stoke Gabriel). Explore the Dart s beautiful upper reaches which are home to many species of birds and wildlife. Seals and cormorants are a regular sight, as are kingfishers, herons, egrets, curlews and oystercatchers. You may even catch sight of a family of otters. If you don t have a boat you can visit the village of Dittisham by ferry or take a paid cruise up river to Totnes. Coleton Fishacre (NT) Yacht Taxi CH 69 19

20 Local Attractions Totnes Totnes is fascinating to wander around. The thousand year-old shape of the original borough can still be seen clearly and past and present are closely interwoven. Totnes has a friendly feel and warm ambience. It is home to a diverse and cosmopolitan mix of people, drawn from all corners of the globe. Totnes is one of the founder towns of the Transition Town movement. It is increasingly attracting attention from people all over the world who are interested in environmental matters and sustainability. The town s spirited character, historical interest, busy markets, interesting shops and plethora of engaging things to do make it one of Devon s premier destinations at any time of year. Voted as one of the most funky towns in the world, you ll find plenty of inspiration whatever your interests. From arts and crafts, to outdoor pursuits, there is truly something for everyone here. In many respects still a traditional market town, Totnes has a history dating back to at least Saxon times. Its ancient origins are reflected in its rich architectural and cultural heritage. Guarded by the classic Norman motte and bailey of Totnes Castle, today the town has a reputation for innovation. It also boasts an eclectic selection of individual shops, satisfying restaurants, traditional inns and special places to stay. 20 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

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23 Devon Marine Electronics Marine electrical and electronic systems SALES - INSTALL - SUPPORT Based in East Devon & River Exe Supply, install and maintain electrical and electronic systems on boats authorised dealer and qualified installer for East & North Devon, West Dorset All other manufacturers also supplied. Nick Broomfield BMET, MEI Tel: or nick@devonmarineelectronics.co.uk British Marine Federation qualified Yacht Taxi CH 69 23

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26 Workshops at Noss Marina, Kingswear Marine Maintenance Service & Repair Engine Service & Repair Heating Systems Engine Diagnostics New Engine Sales Engine Repowers & Rebuilds Electrics Plumbing Anti Fouling Bow Thrusters Outboard Servicing Shop & Workshop at Noss Marina, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon TQ6 0EA Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

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32 Tidal Information Tidal Information Available on as well as in this guide. High Water Dartmouth 05 hours 10 minutes before Dover 00 hours 37 minutes before Weymouth 00 hours 25 minutes before Exmouth 00 hours 23 minutes after Salcombe 00 hours 33 minutes after Plymouth Range: Spring Tides 4.7m Neap Tides 3.5m. both ranges are considerably affected by the wind conditions and barometric pressure. In the entrance to the harbour the ebb or flood tidal stream seldom exceeds 2 knots except after heavy rainfall or strong north westerly winds. Under these conditions the ebb tide can run up to 3.5 knots. At spring tides, the river almost dries out for two miles below Totnes at low water, but vessels drawing not more than 3 feet (0.9m) can proceed to Totnes 1.5 hours after low water. The tidal stream 1.5 miles outside the entrance to the harbour runs N.E. from 2 hours before to 4 hours after high water at Dartmouth and S.W. from 2 hours before to 4 hours after low water at Dartmouth. 32 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

33 Tidal Information Tidal Information Dartmouth Harbour August September October November Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu KEY: GMT BST Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Add one hour to times Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed December January 2017 February March Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri NOT TO SCALE Positions approximate. Not to be used for navigation. Britannia Royal Naval College College Way Duke Street Town Jetty Visitors Berths inside (also outside ) Dart Harbour O ce Dartmouth Yacht Club i Boat Float Public Slipway WC Trailer Parking (May 1st) Coronation Park Kiosk for Trailer Parking (SHDC) Scrubbing Grid (Book through Dart Harbour O ce) Newcomen Road WC H P South Embankment North Embankment Mayor s Avenue Visitors Berths (DC) (up to 12m LOA) Max 6 Hrs Visitors Dinghy Passenger Ferry Dart Marina Visitors berths (outside only) Lower Car Ferry Higher Car Ferry DA Pontoon (up to 12m LOA) Ship Moorings Visitors Pontoon (Max 9m LOA) Summer only. Deep Water Visitors Pontoons (up to 14m LOA) Yacht Refuse Fuel Barge Noss Marina Darthaven Marina Main Anchorage Area Trot Moorings Steam Railway to Paignton Dart Harbour Private Pontoons Fore Street Royal Dart Yacht Club Short Stay & Taxi Landing Waterhead Creek N P Parking WC Toilets i Tourist Information Showers Water H Hospital (Minor Injuries) Footpath Visitor Facilities Tender/Dinghies Ground Chains Short Stay Dinghy Rack Dart Harbour Workshop Hoodown Scrubbing grid (book through Dart Harbour O ce) 34 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016 Harbour Guide 2016 Yacht Taxi CH Harbour Guide 2016 Yacht Taxi CH 69 36

34 The River to Dart to Totnes Up River Tidal Information Harbour Limit Weir TOTNES Baltic Wharf Bow Bridge Maltsters Arms TUCKENHAY Bickfords Point Bow Creek Vire Island Steamer Quay Long Marsh Home Reach Fleet Mill Reach Berry Rock 40ft off Sharpham Point Sharpham Boathouse Ashprington Point NOT TO SCALE Positions approximate. Not to be used for navigation. Wreck Ham Point Hackney Creek Duncannon White Rock Mill Point Middle Back Shoal STOKE GABRIEL Blackness Marine Slipway DARTMOUTH Do not use map for navigational purposes. Please also see larger scale maps of Dartmouth and Kingswear, Dittisham, Stoke Gabriel and Totnes (not to scale). Sandridge Boathouse Waddeton Boathouse Cross Back Boatyards Blackness Rock Galmpton Creek Harbour Office Bayards Cove Waterfleet Creek Dartmouth Castle Blackstone Point Compass Cove Coombe Point Flat Owers GALMPTON Dittisham Mill Creek Anchor Higher Gurrow Point Stone Lower Gurrow Point Greenway Quay Vipers Quay Maypool DITTISHAM Parson s Mud Steam Train to Paignton Kiln Gate Noss Creek Creekside Boatyard Noss-on-Dart Marina Sandquay Dart Naval College Marina Ferry Ferry KINGSWEAR Darthaven Marina Waterhead Creek Daymark (Beacon) Harbour Limit Newfoundland Cove Inner Froward Point DITTISHAM Duncannon Reach White Rock STOKE GABRIEL TOTNES Short Stay Dinghy Pontoon Max Length 4.3m Passenger Ferry Mill Point Stoney Ground (Beacon) Middle Back Shoal Visitors Moorings P Greenway Quay Passenger Ferry to Dartmouth Anchor Stone (Beacon) Dam Totnes Boating Association Café Steamer Quay Vire Island Mill Pool Short Stay Dinghy Pontoon Max Length 4.3m Totnes Rowing Club SHDC Jetty Steam Packet Inn Greenway House (National Trust) Visitors Moorings (10m max Shallow Water) Slipway Baltic Wharf Boatyard April 2016 May June July KEY: Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Time m Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun GMT BST Add one hour to times Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Harbour Guide 2016 Yacht Taxi CH Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016 Harbour Guide 2016 Yacht Taxi CH 69 33

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44 Sailing Directions Introduction The following directions are intended as a helpful description of your journey up river. They do not relieve masters and skippers of vessels of their obligation to conduct their own navigation and safe pilotage plans within harbour limits. In the entrance, the stream ebb or flood seldom exceeds 2 knots except after heavy rainfall or strong northerly winds when, on the ebb tide, this can run up to 3.5 knots. At spring tides, the river almost dries out for two miles below Totnes at low water, but vessels drawing not more than 0.9m (3 feet) can proceed to Totnes 1.5 hours after low water. The tidal stream 1.5 miles outside the entrance runs N.E. from 2 hours before to 4 hours after high water at Dartmouth and S.W. from 2 hours before to 4 hours after low water at Dartmouth. Visitors pontoons and visitors dinghy moorings are marked with blue flags. There are no formal visitors landing points south of the Lower Ferry. Caution Keep a good look out for the two lower car ferries that ply between Kingswear and Dartmouth they comprise a tug and vehicle-carrying float that is towed alongside the tug. They are assessed as restricted in their ability to manoeuvre by the MCA and exhibit appropriate shapes/lights. The wire guided Higher Ferry that crosses the river just below Dart Marina exhibits the same shapes/lights. Beware of submerged wires in the vicinity of this ferry. See also Local Notice to Mariners (Page 8) for information on speed limits, diving and other information. To make the best use of this guide, reference should be made to Admiralty Chart No 2253 (Edition No /12/2012) or a suitably detailed and up to date equivalent. Most Harbour Authority mooring buoys are blue. Those designated for visitors are white or blue and marked with a black V. 48 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

45 Sailing Directions Entry to Harbour from Sea The Daymark Beacon is a 24m high stone tower. This marks the eastern side of the entrance to the River Dart. Daymark and Harbour Entrance Homestone Buoy (Port Lateral) Q.R marks the Homestone Ledge. Castle Ledge Buoy (Starboard Lateral), FI G.5s, marks the extremity of the Castle Ledge. Mariners without local knowledge should not pass between the Castle Ledge Buoy and the shore. Lighthouse and River Mouth Keep Kingswear lighthouse, a sectored light (small white structure) ISO.WRG.3s 9m 8M, in line with the right hand edge of the large white house above the lighthouse. This will keep you in the middle of the channel. At night keep in the white sector of the light. Leave the Checkstone Buoy (Port Lateral), Fl (2) R.5s, to port. Daymark and Harbour Entrance Follow the course of the river keeping as close as possible to the starboard side of the river as is practicable. South of the Lower Ferry there is a mixture of private and Dart Harbour moorings on the western side of the river. Royal Dart Yacht Club (RDYC) moorings are on the eastern side of the river. The RDYC has shower and toilet facilities, a bar and restaurant. At night, keep in the white sector of Bayards light (FI.WRG.2s). Lighthouse and River Mouth Yacht Taxi CH 69 49

46 Sailing Directions Dartmouth Yacht Club & Visitors Pontoon Main Harbour and Landings Royal Dart Yacht Club On the eastern bank just south of the Lower Ferry is the RDYC. Visitors should berth on the pontoon outside the club to enquire about berthing. Lower Ferry The Lower Ferries run from just upstream of the RDYC, from Kingswear to Dartmouth. These are tug and float ferries that manoeuvre in a narrow channel. Vessels approaching this area are to navigate with particular care in the vicinity of ferries in accordance with IRPCS. Yacht Club Pontoon (summer only) Just upstream of the Lower Ferry slip on the western shore is a visitors pontoon (summer only) for yachts of less than 9m LOA and dinghies. This is located outside the Dartmouth Yacht Club (DYC) which has shower/toilet facilities and a bar/ restaurant. There is a short stay facility for dinghies (max 2 hrs). Darthaven Marina Darthaven Marina is situated upstream of the Lower Ferry on the Kingswear side. Contact Darthaven Marina on VHF Ch. 80 for visitors berthing information. Lower Ferry Royal Dart Yacht Club 50 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

47 Sailing Directions Town Jetty Mainstream Buoys and Anchorage Viewed from the main channel heading north, the yellow ships mooring buoys can be seen on the right hand side of the main channel, labelled MS1 to MS10 south to north. The visitors anchorage is on the Kingswear side (East) of these buoys (see page 7). Dartmouth Embankment The South Embankment extends from the Lower Ferry slip to the Town Jetty. There are several public landing steps here. These should not be obstructed and boats are not to be left here unattended. The fish quay is about half way along the embankment and has a davit on its southern end. This is in frequent use by the local fishing fleet. Public access short-stay Kingswear Immediately upstream of the Lower Ferry slip at Kingswear is the passenger ferry pontoon and to the north of this is Darthaven Marina. A public set-down and short stay pontoon is available at the southern end. Town Jetty On the Dartmouth side, the Town Jetty is a pontoon connected to the embankment by a bridge. Local passenger vessels use the outer side of the jetty between 0845 and 1700 daily. These berths are available for use by visiting yachts overnight between 1700 and Arrange to berth here with the river staff. The Kingswear passenger ferry runs from the north end of the Town Jetty its berth is clearly marked and must not be obstructed. The inner side of the South part of the pontoon is available for use by yachts and berthing rafted up to two deep is possible. Fresh water and electricity are available here. Yacht Taxi CH 69 51

48 Sailing Directions Visitor Pontoon Boatfloat Entrance The Boatfloat There is a boatfloat (permanent berth holders only) half way along the Embankment on the Dartmouth side. It is managed by Dartmouth Town Council. The Boatfloat dries out at half tide. Short Stay Dinghy Pontoon Adjacent to the Boatfloat is a visitors short stay dinghy pontoon (max 6 hours, max 4.3m LOA). Public showers are available at the public toilets in Mayor s Avenue car park. 52 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

49 Sailing Directions Mid-stream Moorings Mid-Stream Moorings Visitors moorings are available mid-stream, for vessels larger than 14m. You can use the yellow mooring buoys, downstream of the fuel barge, subject to availability. Contact River Staff on VHF Ch 11 for berthing. Fuel Barge The fuel barge can be contacted on VHF Ch. 6, call sign Dart Crusader. Diesel and unleaded petrol available (not 24 hours). Waste and Water Pontoon The recycling pontoon is situated upstream of the fuel barge see also page 12. Water is also available on this pontoon. Deep-Water Pontoons Upstream of the waste pontoon are the visitors deep-water pontoons, there are 3 in number which are available for larger yachts up to 14m. There is also a visitors pontoon for boats up to 12m, on the Dartmouth side, below the Higher Ferry. Fuel Barge Waste Pontoon Yacht Taxi CH 69 53

50 Sailing Directions Higher Ferry Higher Ferry and Noss Dart Marina & Higher Ferry The Higher Ferry runs on cables and it is advisable to give it a wide berth. Dart Marina is situated on the Dartmouth side just above the Higher Ferry. Visitors berths are available. Contact Dart Marina on VHF Ch. 80. Sandquay Sandquay, immediately to the north of Dart Marina, belongs to the Ministry of Defence. Expect a lot of small boat activity in this area. There is no berthing without permission. Dart Marina Sandquay 54 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

51 Sailing Directions Old Mill Creek Old Mill Creek This creek dries out on low water. Old Mill Creek is located on the left hand side of the river, heading north, just north of Sandquay. There are yacht repair and lay-up facilities at the head of Old Mill Creek. Passage up the creek should be made on a rising tide. The deepest water is to be found close to the moorings in the creek. All the moorings here are private. The yellow buoys belong to the Naval College and may only be used with permission. Noss Marina Further north on the right hand side of the channel Noss Marina is a yacht haven with limited lift out facilities. For the availability of visitors berths contact Noss Marina VHF Ch. 80. Follow the course of the river favouring the starboard side of the channel. Private moorings marked with orange buoys are situated on the west side of the river. Noss Marina Yacht Taxi CH 69 55

52 Sailing Directions Anchor Stone Anchor Stone Towards the Anchor Stone Continue to favour the starboard side of the river as Maypool is reached. There is a disused grid marked by two unlit green poles with triangular topmarks just below Maypool. There are a few berth holder moorings just off Maypool jetty. There are also Dart Harbour berth holder moorings on the western side of the river. Identify the Anchor Stone, marked by a red pole with a red can topmark Fl(2).R.5s, early, and leave well to port. There can be a tide race here, but it is easy to negotiate once identified. There are Dart Harbour visitors moorings just beyond the Anchor Stone on the left. These can be used with permission from Dart Harbour. Dittisham & Flat Owers Dittisham There are some visitors moorings in this area. Contact DART NAV on VHF Ch. 11 for directions. Visitors short stay dinghy berths are available at the end of the Dittisham pontoon. There is a water taxi service operated by the Dittisham to Greenway Ferry. The Dittisham to Greenway Ferry is based on Greenway jetty. The jetty is private. The owner can be contacted by calling the ferry on VHF Ch. 10 for permission to land. It is advisable that vessels proceeding further up river do so on a rising tide from here on. Follow the moorings round the outside of Flat Owers bank keeping to the Galmpton side until the second boathouse (Sandridge Boathouse) is reached. Flat Owers Buoy If there is sufficient water, it is possible to cross Flat Owers bank. From midway between Greenway and Dittisham steer for the first boathouse (Waddeton Boathouse) keeping Flat Owers buoy, an unlit red can, to port. Dittisham On reaching Flat Owers buoy leave it to port and turn to port towards Sandridge Boathouse. There are some unlit racing marks off Lower Gurrow Point. 56 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

53 Sailing Directions Blackness Point Blackness Point Mouth of Dittisham Mill Creek Within 100 metres of Sandridge Boathouse turn left towards the centre of Dittisham Mill Creek until abeam of Higher Gurrow Point. Then alter course to starboard and steer for Blackness Point beacon, unlit, comprising a red pole with a red can topmark. Leave this to port. Towards Stoke Mouth When Blackness Point is abeam, steer for Pighole Point leaving Pighole port lateral mark to port. On reaching Pighole Point, identify Long Stream port lateral mark in the moorings off Stoke Gabriel. Keep this to port as you pass Stoke Gabriel on your starboard hand side heading north. There are visitors moorings (1 6m depth) just off the entrance to Stoke Gabriel creek. There are short stay dinghy berths on the pontoon in the creek. Fresh water is available from a standpipe at the shore end of the pontoon. Flat Owers Buoy Yacht Taxi CH 69 57

54 Sailing Directions Bow Creek Area Beyond Stoke Gabriel To get beyond Stoke Gabriel from the entrance to Stoke Gabriel Creek, keep close to the Stoke Gabriel side of the river until reaching Mill Point. Identify Stoke Point starboard lateral mark on your left hand side and leave this buoy to starboard as you steer north, passing between White Rock on the left bank and Stoke Point lateral mark. From White Rock follow the course of the river north and pass between Bow Creek (port lateral), a red can, unlit and Langham Wood (starboard lateral), a green conical, unlit. If you wish to proceed up river to Totnes turn starboard at these buoys and if you wish to explore Bow Creek turn port. The channel to Totnes from here (Home Reach) is relatively straightforward. Speed and therefore wash are to be kept to an absolute minimum. Bow Creek Bow Creek is navigable on a rising tide. The channel is marked with port and starboard lateral marks. This area dries out. To proceed up river steer towards Duncannon, leaving the moorings to starboard and port lateral marks Ashprington and Duncannon to port. After passing these buoys, keep close to the Duncannon shore (right hand side). Bow Creek Stoke Gabriel Duncannon Area Duncannon No. 4 buoy After passing Duncannon keep very close to the outside of the bend until reaching the 6 knot speed limit sign. Ham Reach WATCH OUT! Near Ashprington Point there are two port hand beacons, to give better guidance to the position of the deep water channel. From the sign, move out into the centre of the river, leaving the two red unlit beacons with red topmarks, close to port. Keep between the two pairs of unlit port and starboard lateral marks. After clearing Sharpham East starboard hand buoy, continue over to the outside of the bend and keep close to the shore on the port side until Ham Point unlit starboard lateral buoy is abeam to starboard. 58 Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

55 Sailing Directions Totnes and Baltic Wharf There are berths on both sides of the river here. Baltic Wharf boatyard to port is private but enquire at the office for visitor berth availability. The berths to starboard are controlled by Dart Harbour on behalf of South Hams District Council. Directions are posted giving details of payment and use of these facilities. Approaching Totnes It is possible to go up river to where the river forks. There is a single berth at the terrace of the Steam Packet Inn. Ask at the Steam Packet about berthing. Sharpham Area Sharpham Boat House Alter course into Sharpham Reach and keep over to starboard. Leave the port lateral buoy Sharpham Reach, Sharpham Point and The Gut all unlit to port. Fleet Reach and Home Reach Sharpham Boat House Entering Fleet Mill Reach Passing the wreck on the right hand bank, head diagonally across the river so as to make the outside of the next bend and pass close to the 40 off mark, an unlit red pole with a red can topmark. Leave it to port. 40 Off Mark Keep close to left bank once past the 40 off mark and make into the centre of the river. Negotiate the next left hand bend just right of centre of the channel. It is wide enough for two boats to pass under normal circumstances. The main channel goes up to Brutus Bridge. The Totnes Boating Association (TBA) club house is on the right bank. The TBA has its own moorings. Ask at the club house if any are temporarily available for visitors. The right hand fork is the main channel. Baltic Wharf Steam Packet Yacht Taxi CH 69 59

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60 Visit our showroom in Mayors Avenue. Demos available by appointment. Sandpiper II of Dartmouth Water Taxi Day & Late Night Service VHF CH8 ~ Call: Sandpiper Licensed for 12 persons YACHT TAXI VHF CH.69 - Phone Call ribeye.co.uk All year ship to shore/shore to ship yacht taxi service operating between Noss and One Gun Point. Concession tickets available for regular users. For fares visit Daily service (except 25/26 Dec & 1 Jan) January March* April May September October * November & December hrs hrs hrs hrs hrs *Times may vary If no reply please contact the Harbour Office on or VHF CH Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

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62 Facilities Attractions Dart Music Festival Dartmouth Museum Dartmouth TIC Flavel Centre Paul Barclay Designs Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta 69 Buses Bus Service & Times Travel Line Calor Gas Darthaven Marina Gas Safe Marine Marine Gas Services Car Parking Dartmouth Town Centre Car Park (also Park and Ride Apr to early Oct) Kingswear Darthaven Marina Car Park (does not entitle use of Marina Facilities) Contact Marina Office Greenway Quay Contact Mr. Ford Limited Parking and dinghy storage Stoke Gabriel Private Car Park Contact River Shack Dittisham and Totnes Council Car Parks Details from SHDC and Dittisham Parish Council / Chandlery Baltic Wharf Darthaven Marina Dartmouth Chandlery Churches Available at Dartmouth, Totnes, Kingswear, Dittisham, Stoke Gabriel & Ashprington Cinema Flavel Centre Dentist Dartmouth Totnes Dinghy Park Dartmouth Coronation Park Doctor Dartmouth Totnes Food and Drink Café Alf Resco Dartmouth Yacht Club Flavel Centre Wild Food Devon Fuel Fuel Barge Petrol and Diesel VHF Ch Yeoward Marine Fuels Sainsburys (Dartmouth) Townstal Garage (Dartmouth) Hospitals Brixham Minor injury unit Totnes Minor injury unit Torbay A+E Launderette Dartmouth Launderette Library Flavel Centre Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

63 Facilities Lift Out Baltic Wharf Blackness Marine Creekside Boatyard Darthaven Marina Marinas Darthaven Marina Ch Noss Marina Ltd Ch Miscellaneous Dart Harbour Wifi Dart Sailability Group National Coastwatch Institution (Froward Point) VHF Ch Repairs A K Marine Electronics Baltic Wharf Repairs Blackness Marine Breeze Boat Maintenance Chris Hoyle Marine Creekside Boatyard Darthaven Marina Dartmouth Marine Dartmouth Outboard Clinic Devon Boat Centre Devon Marine Electronics Gas Safe Marine Marine Gas Services Pedro s Yacht Refinishing Pulse Marine Electronics Rib Tube Stephenson Marine Tectona Yacht Services Tonto Marine Services Sails & Rigging Dart Sails and Covers Ltd Harris Rigging Pro Yacht Rigging Stephenson Sails & Covers Scrubbing Grid Dartmouth North Embankment Apply Harbour Office Hoodown - Kingswear Apply Harbour Office Showers Dartmouth North Embankment At Public Conv. Mayor Av. Car Park Pg. 38 Dartmouth South Embankment Dartmouth Yacht Club Pg. 38 Kingswear Royal Dart Yacht Club Pg. 38 Dittisham By the car park on the Ham Yacht Taxi CH 69 67

64 Facilities Storage / Towing AP Marine Surveys Blackness Marine Creekside Boatyard Devon Boat Centre Noss Marina Ltd Surveys / Design Robin Feloy Yacht Surveys Southern Marine Surveys Tourist Information Centre Dartmouth Totnes Trains British Rail Main line service from Totnes to Paignton Taxis Devon Taxis, Dartmouth Sercombe Taxis, Totnes Vet Dart Vale Vetinary Group, Dartmouth & Totnes / Water Dartmouth Free taps on North & South Embankment & Town Pontoon hydrants. Apply Harbour Office or River Officer Kingswear Royal Dart Yacht Club Mid River water supply on Recycling Pontoon Dittisham In wall below Ferry Boat Inn, public tap Stoke Gabriel On the Quay Winter Moorings Dart Harbour Noss Marina Yacht Brokers / Sales Baltic Yacht Brokers Dartmouth Chandlery Dart Marine Sales (Network Yacht Brokers) Back Cover Devon Boat Centre RibEye Ltd Tonto Marine Ltd Yacht Clubs & Boating Ass. Dartmouth Boating Association Dartmouth Yacht Club Dart Sailability Dittisham Sailing Club Royal Dart Yacht Club Stoke Gabriel Boating Association Totnes Boating Association Yacht Taxis Dart Harbour Yacht Taxi Greenway Quay & Ferry Services Sandpiper of Dartmouth Dart Harbour Ch 11 DARTNAV Harbour Guide 2016

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