Dolphin Boatyard

Lat: 50°23.06’N | Long: 3°34.06’W

BY ROAD

The postcode for your Sat Nav is TQ5 0EH.

From Exeter take the A380 towards Torbay. On reaching Newton Abbot, follow signposts towards Paignton and Brixham, which is straight on at the Penn Inn roundabout. After Newton Abbot turn right at the next roundabout, again signposted to Paignton and Brixham. On coming to the end of the dual carriageway, follow the A380 and the signs to Brixham. On reaching the junction with the A3022, continue straight ahead following the Brixham sign. Approximately 2 miles further on, turn right after the traffic lights into Langdon Lane, which takes you across the common. Then turn right at the bottom of the hill and follow signs to Dolphin Boatyard. Alternatively, if trailing a boat, after the traffic lights carry on for ¼ mile and then turn right into Greenway Road (signposted Lorry Route) and follow signs to Dolphin Boatyard.

BY RAIL

Take the train to Paignton railway station, where you can either catch a bus from the station opposite or a taxi from the rank right outside. The bus stop is at Churston. Walk down by the school, through Galmpton village, then follow the signs to Dolphin Boatyard. Use the National Rail Enquiries website to plan your journey.

BY BOAT

Enter the River Dart close west of Castle Ledge green buoy. Go upriver for almost 4 miles to Dittisham; here turn NE then N, leaving the drying Flat Owers bank to port. As the buildings and boat hoists of Dolphin Boatyard are seen to starboard, shape a course ENE across Galmpton Creek, drying 21; access approx HW +–2. Call on VHF Ch 80 for local guidance. It is essential to pre-arrange a lift-out: Tel. 01803 842424.