Castle Cove
The following information is correct to the best of our knowledge, however, if you spot anything that you know to be different, please contact us.
| Type: | Small cove of shingle and rocks, completely covered at high tide. |
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| Ownership: | South Hams District Council. |
| Access: | Access the beach via 100 wooden and concrete steps from Dartmouth Castle car park (50m from beach). |
| Disabled access: | There is no disabled access down to the beach. |
| Parking: | Limited pay and display parking outside Dartmouth Castle. 10 spaces. Above the beach about 300m away. Additional pay and display parking further up the hill (signposted). |
| Facilities: | Tea rooms, toilets, shop and information point. Ferry to Dartmouth at Dartmouth Castle. |
| Lifeguard: | None. |
| Activities: | Natural diving platform. Picturesque ferry trips from Dartmouth Castle to Dartmouth quay and town centre make a wonderful extra activity. Coastal walks. |
| Dogs: | No known restrictions, but please read the FAQs. |
| Barbecues: | Unknown, please read the FAQs. |
| Slipway access: | None. |
Field trip guidance for teachers and group leaders
Download the information leaflet below to assist with your group visit to Castle Cove.
Downloads
- Castle Cove 1 MB pdf.
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