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Castle Cove

Category
Beaches
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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.
Ownership
Dartmouth Town 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.

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