Superbly sheltered but conveniently located near the entrance
of the beautiful River Dart - Darthaven marina consists
of 270 berths. Using modern, easily accessible finger
pontoons
the berths have full mains electricity supply and water.
In
addition to first class shoreside amenities there is also
a launderette. Secure car parking is provided for all marina
berth holders.
A Weather Fax service is available from the
berthing office.
Amenities
available within easy walking distance of the Marina are:
1. Village Shop
2. Post Office
3. Three Public Houses
4. Royal Dart Yacht Club
5. Ferry Service (Passenger & Car Ferry) to Dartmouth
6. Bistro/Takeaway
7. Seasonal Steam Railway to Paignton
8. Local Taxi Service
9. Attractive Country Walks (Brochure available in Post
Office)
10. Estate/Letting Agent
The Berthing Office can be called on VHF Channel 80 using
the call sign "Darthaven Marina".
We're excellent value for money too - use our
on-line calculator to view and calculate annual charges.
Our overnight charges are also good value.
For
information on berths and services:
Call
the Berthing Office & Visiting Yachts on
01803 752545 (open 7 days a week)
E-mail darthaven@darthaven.co.uk
or
click here to use our on-line Contact
Form
Darthaven
Amenities
Shopping
Kingswear Village Shop is across the Railway Bridge, offering
a good supply of basic items & newspapers. Kingswear
Post Office is by the Lower Ferry.
Dartmouth has a wide range of shops and a regular bus service
to Totnes.
Yacht Clubs
Brixham Yacht Club ....................................
01803 853332
Royal Dart Yacht Club, Kingswear
Secretary ................................................
01803 752496
Sailing Office .........................................
01803 752704
Catering .................................................
01803 752880
Health and Safety General Practice
Do not run on the pontoons and take extra care. Use the
handrails on the access gangway. Do not overload your trolley,
if you need assistance call at the Marina Office.
Barbecues are not allowed aboard vessels in the Marina,
or upon the pontoons.
Electricity Supply
Do not leave live electricity leads on the pontoon. Ensure
leads are disconnected from the electricity supply first.
Heads/Toilet
Do not use flushing heads in The Marina.
Parking
Wheel Clamps will be used on illegally parked vehicles.
Lavatories
& Showers
Please leave these in a clean state. They are available
continuously, except during daily cleaning times. Individual
cubicles are also available. We would appreciate your co-operation
during these short periods.
Separate facilities are available for the disabled.
Pets
Pets are welcome at Darthaven but must be kept on a lead
whilst on the pontoons. Pets should be exercised off the
marina site and car parks, and should not be allowed
to foul the pontoons, access or car parks, nor cause any
aggravation to Marina users. Do not allow dogs to chase
the wild fowl on the Creek. There are plenty of walks
around the Creek and in the woods above the Marina.
Public Telephones
Public Payphone is situated outside of the showers - coin
operated only
Rubbish
Skip available for domestic waste only. Waste oil tank,
for diesel fuel, is situated under the black railway bridge.
Safety
It is very important that all Marina users are aware of
the location of emergency ladders, lifebelts and fire extinguishers.
Young children should always be in the company of an adult,
and should wear suitable lifejackets when on the pontoons
or on board.
Children are not to be carried
in Marina trolleys.
All cars must be parked in the main car park.
Cars must not be parked on the Quay.
Emergency access may be required at any time, and the Marina
reserve the right to remove any parked vehicles blocking
access for emergency vehicles, deliveries, garbage
collection and hoist access.
Spare Keys
If your boat is left unattended at Darthaven then please
leave a spare set of keys with the Berthing Office.
Terms & Conditions Of Marina Use
These are based on guidelines issued by the Yacht Harbour
Association and the British Marine Industries.
All Marina users are required to hold third party liability insurance
of £2,000,000. Marina users should satisfy
themselves that they have taken all reasonable precautions
against theft.
Trolleys
These are provided for the convenience of all berth holders.
Please do not leave them on the pontoons. They should be
returned to the trolley park after use.
Water & Electricity
240 volt A/C electricity is available at all berths, together
with water. A battery charging service is available from
the Marina Office.
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