Dart Harbour Guide 2013

2013

Facilities, Information and Servicesincluding maps and tide tables

www.dartharbour.org

Local AttractionsDartmouth .................................................................... 20Further Afield ................................................................ 21Totnes ............................................................................ 22

A natural environmentEnvironmental Management of the Dart ................... 23

Tidal informationTidal information .......................................................... 34Tide Tables .................................................................. 35

MapsDartmouth/Kingswear Berthing Map .......... ............... 38River Dart to Totnes Map ............................................. 39Maps of Dittisham, Stoke Gabriel and Totnes ... ......... 40

Sailing DirectionsSailing Directions (from the Harbour Mouth to Totnes) .......... ................ 50

FacilitiesFacilities and Services .................................................. 70

InformationHere to Help ................................................................... 4

Essential Infomation ...................................................... 5

Customs .......................................................................... 5

Animals ........................................................................... 5

BerthingSummary of Charges ..................................................... 6

Berthing ........................................................................... 7

Quayside and Pontoon Berthing ................................... 9

Dart Harbour & FacilitiesSafety Infomation ........................................................ 10

Weather ........................................................................ 10

Safety on the Water . .................................................... 10

Distress Signals and Radio ........................................... 10

Waste and Recycling .................................................... 11

Byelaws Summary ....................................................... 12

Customer Feedback Form ............................................ 13

The DHNA ..................................................................... 14

Stakeholders and Friends of Dart Harbour ................. 15

Young Champion Awards ............................................. 16

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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 web-site www.dartharbour.org or please call the friendly team in the Harbour Office.

Neil HockadayChairman

Welcome to our 2013 Dart Harbour Guide

Welcome to the stunning River Dart – the 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 GilesHarbour Master


Harbour Master and 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.

Office TeamPictured left to right: Penny Johns (Senior Administrator) Clare (Admin + Finance Assistant) Kate Distin (Finance Manager) Diane (Admin + Finance Assistant)

Seasonal Yacht Taxi Drivers and Volunteers are also employed by Dart Harbour in the busy summer months to make sure that all visiting vessels are made welcome and to provide an efficient taxi service for our river users.

Photography © Tim Stanger, Graham Gough, Nick Shepherd, Joe Murtagh Design & Print by: Kingfisher Print and Design www.kingfisherprint.co.uk

Mike Blake (River Officer)

Keith Langworthy (River Officer)

Chris Wallace (River Officer)

Mike Clark (Marine Apprentice)

Keith Mallen (Mooring Officer (North))

Scott Harris (Mooring Officer (South))

Matthew Atkins (River Officer)

Tom Mahon (River Officer)

Rob Giles (Harbour Master)

Nick Clarance (Deputy Harbour Master)

Matthew Stephens (Moorings’ Manager)


Dart Harbour & Navigation Authority6 Oxford Street, Dartmouth, TQ6 9AL Tel: 01803 832337 Fax: 01803 833631 Website: www.dartharbour.org Email: [email protected] VHF Channel 11 Callsign DARTNAV Out of Hrs Duty Officer 07968 839846

CommunicationsVHF 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.

CustomsThose requiring UK Border Agency should telephone 0845 723 1110 (24 hours) for advice.

AnimalsVessels 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.

Opening HoursDart Harbour OfficeSummer Hours (April - September) Monday to Friday 0900 - 1700 Saturday & Sunday 1000 - 1600 Bank Holidays 1000 - 1600

Winter Hours (October - March) Monday to Thursday 0900 - 1700 Friday 0900 - 1600 Christmas/New Year Please check with office

River Patrols Daily 0730 - 2300 (May - September) Times may vary please contact the Harbour Office

Dart Harbour Yacht Taxi January - March 1000 - 1600 (Daily) April 0800 - 1900 May - September 0800 - 2300 October - December 1000 - 1600 Christmas Day No Service New Year’s Day No Service

Important contact numbersEmergency - 999 or 112Where life is in danger ask for the Coastguard (if afloat) or Police, Fire or Ambulance

Brixham CoastguardEmergencies 999

Daytime number 01803 882704

PoliceEmergencies 999

Non emergency 101

Routine Information NumbersEnvironment Agency 03708 506506

UK Border Agency 0845 7231110

Higher Ferry 01803 839622

Lower Ferry 01803 752342

Passenger Ferry 01803 752370

Greenway Ferry 01803 882811

South Hams District Council 01803 861234

Other Local HarboursTorquay 01803 292429

Brixham 01803 853321

Salcombe 01548 843791


1st April 2013 - 31st March 2014Full schedule of charges available from the Harbour Office or on website (www.dartharbour.org). 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 PayVisitors can pay by cash, cheque or debit/credit card at the Harbour Officer or to a River Officer. Payment may also be made over the phone by debit/credit card.

Summer Charging PolicyBetween June to August visiting vessels will be charged double berthing fees after the first 14 day stay.

Harbour Dues75p 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 (£18.60 per metre per annum). These applications will be reviewed on a case by case basis.

Town Jetty

Berth Charges Shown from river mouth upstream, location of these moorings are shown on the map in the centre pullout section.

Mid River Buoys Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

Yacht Club Pontoon Mono-hull £1.30 per metre per day Multi-hull £2.00 per metre per day

Quay Dues North & South Mono-hull £1.30 per metre per day Embankment Multi-hull £2.00 per metre per day

Town Jetty Mono-hull £1.30 per metre per day Outside Berths (1700 - 0845 hrs only)

Multi-hull £2.00 per metre per day (1700 - 0845 hrs only)

Inside Berths Two vessels per berth Berth A (up to 18m) Mono-hull £ 34.00 per day

Multi-hull £ 52.50 per day

Berth B (up to 15m) Mono-hull £ 29.00 per day Multi-hull £ 45.00 per day

Berth C (up to 12m) Mono-hull £ 23.50 per day Multi-hull £ 36.00 per day

Berth D (up to 10m) Mono-hull £ 19.00 per day Multi-hull £ 28.00 per day

Electricity £3.00 per day

DC Pontoon Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

DA Pontoon Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

Deep Water Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Pontoons 1, 2 & 3 Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

Dittisham Swinging Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Moorings Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

Stoke Gabriel Mono-hull 80p per metre per day Swinging Moorings Multi-hull £1.15 per metre per day

SHDC Quay, Totnes Mono-hull £1.30 per metre per day Multi-hull £2.00 per metre per day

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Visiting VesselsArrivals 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.

AnchoragesThe 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 No. 4, 4A and 5 mainstream buoys (consult charts to avoid fouling). Please see Local Notice for Mariners 01/2013 for anchoring regulations (available from the Harbour Office or on www.dartharbour.org).

DartmouthYacht Club Pontoon (May to September) walk ashore pontoon for vessels up to 9m loa.

Midstream Buoys (numbered 3, 4, 4a, 5) 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 www.dartharbour.org 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. See diagram opposite, for berths available.

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.

Dittisham Swinging moorings of various sizes up to a maximum loa of 18m. Each buoy is blue 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) for vessels up to 10m loa

Totnes South Hams District Council marked jetty. Max stay 7 days for vessels.


Annual MooringsAnnual 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. In exceptional circumstances applications for temporary annual moorings will be accepted from persons registered on the waiting list from January 1st for the following year (eg January 2013 for 2014). Dart Harbour cannot guarantee that a berth will be available.

Moorings for Tenders/DinghiesTenders/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 02/2013 for further information.

Launching FacilitiesA public slipway is located in Dartmouth alongside the Higher Car Ferry and in Totnes at the Rowing Club downstream from Steamer 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 ParkingParking for trailers of no more than 15ft in length is available at Dartmouth Coronation Park. Trailer parking is also available at Blackness Marine, Totnes Rowing Club, Dittisham and Baltic Wharf. See Information section for contact numbers.


Quayside and Pontoon BerthingDartmouthVessels 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.

GreenwayThere 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 01803 882811.

Stoke GabrielThis 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 01803 782520.

Bow CreekVessels may berth alongside the quay by the Maltsters Arms – contact the landlord of the Maltsters Arms on 01803 732350 for permission. Fin keeled craft are advised to return to Dittisham rather than dry out against the quay.

TotnesThere 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 01803 832337.

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.

WeatherFull Shipping and Maritime Safety forecasts are broadcast by Brixham Coastguard on VHF Ch. 23 (Dartmouth area VHF Ch. 10) at 0710 and 1910. 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. Brixham Coastguard 01803 882704.

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 www.dartharbour.org.

National Coastwatch Institution Froward PointIf you need live weather conditions contact the lookout on telephone 07976 505649 or go to www.nci-frowardpoint.org.uk for 24hr weather station and web cam live information.

Distress SignalsIt 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.

RadioThe 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 ManagementDart 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.

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 www.dartharbour.org or please contact the Harbour Office if you need further information.



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 when 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.

BatteriesBy arrangement with Dart Harbour staff (batteries are not to be left on pontoons).

Domestic Dry WasteMainstream Pontoon – above fuel barge.

FlaresDart Harbour does not accept old flares. Please dispose of these via the Coastguard at Brixham (not trade).

Hazardous/Toxic WasteDisposal by arrangement with Dart Harbour – a charge will be levied (Not to be left on any facility or pontoon).

Oil WasteSmall 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 TanksFill portable tanks and spare fuel containers away from the water’s edge. Do not overfill tanks and always provide drip trays.

WaterWater 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 01803 832337.

PollutionIf 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: 0800 807060)).

SewageUntreated sewage from yachts is unsightly and a health hazard. Use shore-side facilities whenever possible. Never discharge chemical toilet waste into the estuary.

General NotesDart 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.


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 knotsThe 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 16No 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).

DivingDiving activities may only be undertaken with a signed diving permit from the Harbour Master (byelaw 21(3))

Harbour DuesHarbour 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.

SearchlightsSearchlights should not be used unless absolutely necessary and should never be shone at bridges, cockpits or other steering positions.

Life saving appliancesAll 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 passengersPassengers 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 premisesFires, including gas burners, may not be lit on the harbour premises without the permission of the Harbour Master (Dart Harbour and Navigation Authority byelaw 68 (4)).

Display of lights at nightAll 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.


Customer Feedback FormDart Harbour values feedback from river users and would appreciate your comments on the services, facilities and interaction with Dart Harbour staff that you recieve. Please post your form at the Harbour Office or hand to a River Patrol Officer.

Please scale your comments between 1 and 5 (5 being excellent).

Services1 2 3 4 5

Comments: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

Facilities (eg. pontoons, Yacht Taxi Service, water, waste, scrubbing grids etc)

1 2 3 4 5

Comments: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

Harbour Staff1 2 3 4 5

Comments: ..........................................................................................................................................................................

Name

Email Address

Boat Name

About YouVisiting River User

If visiting date of stay

Local River User

Any other comments: ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................


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.

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Association of Dart River User ClubsThe 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 www.dartharbour.org. Please contact Neil Millward on 01803 782981 or email [email protected]

River Dart Commercial User GroupFor those with a commercial interest and/or businesses operating on the River Dart. Contact: Chairman – John Holman, email: [email protected] or phone 01803 752242.

River Dart Non-beneficiaries GroupThis 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 email your contact details, including your area of expertise to [email protected].

Stakeholder Groups and Friends of Dart HarbourAs 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.


We are looking for a Young Champion

Young Champion winners in 2012

Start the voyage to become our Dart harbour Young Champion 2013

Sailing, Art, Photography, Nature Activities, Boat Building, Drama, Music, Poetry all aBouT The DarT

priZeS – priZeS – priZeS – priZeSTo find out more visit www.youngchampion.co.uk

Cameron Webb Dartmouth academyCameron was commended for his creative writing about the Dart, which the judges described as “mature”, “eloquent” and said it showed “great talent and depth”.

Passionate Young People Wanted 8 - 21 years

Both entries were inspired by trips down the river Dart provided for free by the Dartmouth Steam Railway and Riverboat Company and

Greenway Ferries, who have again confirmed they will be supporting more trips for the 2013 competition.

Judge and Dart Harbour board member Sue Pudduck said: “Both winners can be very proud of their achievements and the

judges were incredibly impressed with their work.

“We would like to thank all the entrants for the inspiring and exciting projects they have put together.

We believe the Young Champion Awards are vital to ensure the next generation of young people in this area understands and loves the

river Dart – and will use it and protect it.

Brixham primary School: Brixham were victorious thanks to their project about the Dart which took in all areas of the curriculum and saw children writing poetry, making musical instruments, learning Spanish,

cooking Tudor biscuits and choreographing their own dances, amongst many other activities.

The project was described as “astonishing in its breadth” by the judges, who also commented on the children’s “obvious engagement and

enthusiasm” for the Dart.

We are looking for a Young Champion Young Champion winners in 2011

Passionate Young People Wanted8 - 21 years

Start the voyage to become our Dart Harbour Young Champion 2012

We are looking for a Young Champion

To find out more visit www.youngchampion.co.uk

Start the voyage to become ourDart Harbour Young Champion

Passionate Young People Wanted

Sailing, Art, PhotographyNature Activities, Boat Building

8 – 11 yrs 12 – 16 yrs 16 – 21 yrs

PRIZES - PRIZES - PRIZES - PRIZES

Sailing, Art, Photography, Nature Activities, Boat Building, Drama, Music, Poetry

ALL ABOUT THE DART

PRIZES – PRIZES – PRIZES – PRIZESTo find out more visit www.youngchampion.co.uk

Wrote poetry, created a dance and music and put together presentations

about the river.

Won £200 prize

money

Wrote a piece of travel writing inspired by the

river

£100 for Samantha

and £200 for Dartmouth Academy.

Round-Britain sailor, for his exploits and

inspiration to other young

people on the river Dart.

Won £500 prize

money

Diptford Primary School

Henry Bomby

DA student Samantha

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DartmouthThe 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 www.discoverdartmouth.com

Bayards Cove – a cobbled mediaeval 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. Whilst at the castle, visitors can visit the nearby Church of St Petrox.

The church was first recorded in 1192. There is also a ferry from Dartmouth to Dittisham running every half hour in the summer.

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Further AfieldFor 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 PropertiesVisit 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 www.greenwayferry.co.uk).

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 Dart entrance from the sea.

Upstream ExploringThe 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.

Dittisham

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TotnesTotnes 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.

Our estuaries are a defining feature of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and although frequently overlooked the benefits that we enjoy from them are truly immense – everything from some of the air we breathe and the food we eat, to the water we play and work on … or even in.

The quality of the estuary’s water isn’t just a concern to those that like to feel the spray in their face whilst planing inches above the water on a trapeze but to anyone who makes a living oyster farming on the shores or fishing the depths … the local restaurants that depend upon them and we that enjoy them.

Everyone who lives, works or plays within the catchment of the estuary can and is likely to have an impact on the waters that flow through. Consider that most every sink, drain, drive, road, garden and field eventually drains through the estuary … with the many drops of oil, phosphate rich detergents, nitrate rich food waste, garden pesticides and fertilisers. Suddenly, it’s hardly rocket science to take an interest and care … it’s common science.

It’s not just the health of the water that matters to us all but also the shoreline saltmarsh and rocky shores and even the mud – it might not look much but you have to ask yourself why the birds, fish and other creatures are here is such huge 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 of the estuary and may be viewed

at www.SouthDevonAONB.org.uk . The plan forms a local component of the statutory 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,

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Enjoying the wild sideThe wonderful Dart estuary has something for everybody – from busy quays and high-street shopping to blue-sky hidden retreats and quiet anchorages. 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 responsibly, and in particular:

Keep your speed down and avoid wash – some wildlife has learnt that they can ignore moving boats, so often best to pass wildlife and come back for another pass than stop

Keep dogs under strict close control – dogs are unpredictable to wildlife and almost always taken as a threat

Take all waste home - common sense but don’t throw seafood from outside the estuary ‘back’ either as this could introduce aliens!

When collecting wild food, if 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 – report it!

Look after your healthFor work or play, our health is interlinked with that of our surroundings - looking after it is a ‘no brainer’, an investment in our own future! While most of our local problems are small, their impacts are often cumulative, that is, because they may happen so often they can build into something quite significant, e.g. spillages from refuelling. As ever, prevention is better than cure, especially in the coastal environment and the answer is pure common sense – if we all take just a little extra care, the cumulative benefits can only be equally large!

Water quality – good water quality affects us all – it is pretty good here but it could be better, so please join the locals in;

• sorting out all oil leaks, every drop counts - fit an oil filter to your bilge pump or use a bilge sock

• using only phosphate free detergents

• only pumping-out what you must – everything else 3miles away from the local oyster farms!

• using the local brown bin system for food waste – not the sewage system!

• refuelling 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 impact worse, not better!)

• scrub your hull once a year to help stop the spread of aliens and put the fouling in the bin not back in the water.

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Range:Spring Tides 4.7m

Neap Tides 3.5m. both ranges are considerably affected by the wind conditions and barometric pressure.

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IntroductionThe 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 flow 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.

To make the best use of this guide, reference should be made to Admiralty Chart No 2253 (Edition No. 6. 13/12/2012) or a suitably detailed and up to date equivalent.

Most Harbour Authority mooring buoys are blue. Those designated for visitors are marked with a black “V”.

Visitors’ pontoons and visitors’ dinghy moorings are marked with blue flags. There are no formal visitors’ landing points south of the Lower Ferry.

CautionKeep 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 restricted in their ability to manoeuvre 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 Notice to Mariners (Page 8) for information on speed limits, diving and other information.

Dittisham


Entry to Harbour from SeaThe Daymark Beacon is a 24m high stone tower. This marks the eastern side of the entrance to the River Dart. It is maintained by Dart Harbour.

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 MouthKeep 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.

Follow the course of the river keeping to starboard of the river centre.

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 Bayard’s light (FI.WRG.2s).

Daymark and Harbour Entrance

Lighthouse and River Mouth


Royal Dart Yacht ClubOn 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 FerryThe 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 outside the Dartmouth Yacht Club (DYC) which has shower/toilet facilities and a bar/ restaurant. This is a short stay pontoon (max 2 hrs).

Darthaven MarinaDarthaven Marina is situated upstream of the Lower Ferry on the Kingswear side. Contact Darthaven Marina on VHF Ch. 80 for visitors’ berthing information.

Dartmouth Yacht Club & Visitors Pontoon

Lower Ferry Royal Dart Yacht Club

Main Harbour and Landings


Mainstream Buoys and AnchorageViewed from the main channel heading North, the yellow ships’ mooring buoys can be seen on the right hand side in the middle of the river. The visitors’ anchorage is on the Kingswear side of these buoys. (see page 7)

Dartmouth EmbankmentThe 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. Fresh water is available at the quay wall.

Public access short-stay KingswearImmediately upstream of the Lower Ferry slip at Kingswear is the passenger ferry pontoon and to the north of this is Darthaven Marina. A set-down and short stay pontoon, operated by Dart Harbour, is available at the southern end.

Town JettyThe 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 0845. Arrange to berth here with the river staff, although berths cannot be reserved. 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 pontoon is available for use by yachts and berthing rafted up to two deep is possible. Fresh water and electricity are available here.

Town Jetty

Lower Ferry

Visitor Pontoon


The BoatfloatThere 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 low water.

Short Stay Dinghy PontoonAdjacent 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.

Boatfloat Entrance

Mid-stream Moorings


Mid-stream MooringsVisitors’ moorings are available mid-stream, on the yellow mooring buoys downstream of the fuel barge subject to availability. Contact River staff on VHF Ch. 11 for berthing.

Fuel BargeThe fuel barge can be contacted on VHF Ch. 6, call sign Dart Crusader, and has both diesel and unleaded petrol available within opening hours.

Waste 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. There is also a visitors’ pontoon for boats up to 8m, on the Dartmouth side, both below the Higher Ferry.

Fuel Barge Waste Pontoon

Dart Marina


Higher Ferry and NossDart Marina & Higher FerryThe 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.

SandquaySandquay, 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.

NettingDuring the months of March to August, inclusive, the traditional practice of setting nets for salmon and trout is carried out by a small number of licensed netsmen. The area north of Kilngate and as far upstream as Ham Point is used from time to time during this period. Please give way to nets while navigating in the Dart.

Sand Quay Higher Ferry

Old Mill Creek


Old Mill CreekOld 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 their permission.

Noss MarinaFurther 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

Dittisham


Anchor StoneTowards the Anchor StoneContinue 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 are 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 OwersDittishamThere 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 keeping to the Galmpton side until the second boathouse (Sandridge Boathouse) is reached.

Flat Owers BuoyIf there is sufficient water, it is possible to cross Flat Owers. From midway between Greenway and Dittisham steer for the first boathouse (Waddeton Boathouse) keeping Flat Owers buoy, an unlit red can, to port.

On reaching Flat Owers buoy leave it to port and turn to port pointing Sandridge Boathouse. There are some unlit racing marks off Lower Gurrow Point.

Anchor Stone

Blackness Point


Blackness PointMouth of Dittisham Mill CreekWithin 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 MouthWhen Blackness Point is abeam, steer for Pighole Point leaving Pighole port lateral mark to port. On reaching Pighole Point, identify Stoke Gabriel port lateral mark in the moorings off Stoke Gabriel. Keep this to port as you pass Stoke Gabriel on your right hand side heading North.

There are visitors’ moorings 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.

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Flat Owers Buoy

Bow Creek

Stoke Gabriel


Bow Creek areaBeyond Stoke GabrielTo 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 the 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 the 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 right at these buoys and if you wish to explore Bow Creek turn left. The channel to Totnes from here (Home Reach) is relatively straightforward. Speed and therefore wash are to be kept to an absolute minimum.

Bow CreekBow 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 No. 4 buoy (Duncannon) to port. After passing No. 4 buoy keep close to the Duncannon shore (right hand side).

Duncannon AreaDuncannon No. 4 buoyAfter 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 marks, 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 hand buoys.

After clearing No. 7 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 beacon, a green pole with a green triangular topmark, is abeam to starboard.

Sharpham Boat House


Sharpham areaSharpham Boat HouseAlter course into Sharpham Reach and keep over to starboard. Leave the port hand buoys, Nos. 9, 10 and 11 both unlit, to port.

Fleet Reach and Home ReachEntering Fleet Mill ReachPassing 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 MarkKeep 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.

Totnes and Baltic WharfThere 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 TotnesIt 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 the Steam Packet about berthing. The main channel goes up to the 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.

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