Tudor fortress with cannons built between 1522 and 1536 on a rocky river bank with scenic views.
Gorgeous town, better in summer! A half day excursion with National Holidays, could have easily spent a lot of money
The fort itself is in great condition especially being by the ocean. We accessed it via the stairs from the upper road, which can be a bit hazardous in the rain but is also accessible directly on the lower road, although there are a few steps down either side to enter the fort. Parking nearby is mostly permits or ticketed. If you drive pass the busy town shops, you'll reach parking area which has free parking (although council is planning to implement meters in early 2024). The walk from there is about 10 minutes. Great views no doubt. This is open to the public and no tickets are required.
Very interesting in location and it's history. Worth a visit if you find yourself in Dartmouth.
Walking by Lower Street, Bayard's Cove Street, and then following SW Coast Path, we can find the Bayard's Cove Fort that it was built to protect the prosperous port city from attack. It has a very strategic and picturesque location in the banks of Dart River. It is very well preserved and has wonderful views of Dart stuaries. It has all the history information in the signs on site and also another access through some stairs that connect to Southtown Street. It is a must-see place in your visit to Dartmouth.
Cute little historic building on the sea front. Worth a quick visit.
Beautiful spot in Dartmouth, Devon. There are information boards placed around giving a history of the area. We were lucky to visit on a gorgeous sunny day. Plenty of bars and coffee shops in local area - we thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Dartmouth.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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Gorgeous town, better in summer! A half day excursion with National Holidays, could have easily spent a lot of money
The fort itself is in great condition especially being by the ocean. We accessed it via the stairs from the upper road, which can be a bit hazardous in the rain but is also accessible directly on the lower road, although there are a few steps down either side to enter the fort. Parking nearby is mostly permits or ticketed. If you drive pass the busy town shops, you'll reach parking area which has free parking (although council is planning to implement meters in early 2024). The walk from there is about 10 minutes. Great views no doubt. This is open to the public and no tickets are required.
Very interesting in location and it's history. Worth a visit if you find yourself in Dartmouth.
Walking by Lower Street, Bayard's Cove Street, and then following SW Coast Path, we can find the Bayard's Cove Fort that it was built to protect the prosperous port city from attack. It has a very strategic and picturesque location in the banks of Dart River. It is very well preserved and has wonderful views of Dart stuaries. It has all the history information in the signs on site and also another access through some stairs that connect to Southtown Street. It is a must-see place in your visit to Dartmouth.
Cute little historic building on the sea front. Worth a quick visit.
Beautiful spot in Dartmouth, Devon. There are information boards placed around giving a history of the area. We were lucky to visit on a gorgeous sunny day. Plenty of bars and coffee shops in local area - we thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Dartmouth.
