Things To Do around Vipers Quay
SAILING & BOAT, KAYAK and SUP HIRE
Boats, both sailing boats and motor boats, can be hired locally with Dittisham Boats and in Dartmouth . For Kayak hire try Canoe Adventures in Tuckenhay. Stand-up paddle (SUP) boards can also be hired at the Paddleshack in Dartmouth.
There are two sailing Club in Dittisham: Marshall’s Sailing School & Boat Hire – Dittisham Sailing Club
Dittisham Sailing Club
ADVENTURE SPORTS
For the adventurous there are lots of exciting things to do:
Coasteering and climbing with Adventure South
High ropes, zip wires, climbing and more at River Dart Adventure Park
Hire e-bikes to explore the countryside with E-xplore Devon
Learn to surf at Bigbury with Discovery Surf
Coasteering
ferries & boat trips
Take the ferry to Greenway House or Dartmouth from Dittisham. It may be worth booking online in high season.
Take a circular cruise around the Dart estuary or up to Totnes.
Or book one of the private charter boats the “Picnic Boat”, the “Banquet Boat” or the “Fizz Boat” for family or group trips on the River Dart.
Greenway and Dartmouth Ferry – Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company – The Banquet Boat – The Fizz Boat
Dartmouth ferry
train trips
Take a trip on the steam railway at Totnes to Buckfastleigh.
Explore the steam railway from Kingswear to Paignton.
Or do a round robin tour including a steam train, river boat and bus visiting the quaint towns of Paignton, Dartmouth and Totnes.
South Devon Railway – Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company
Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company
Castles & Houses
There are some glorious gardens and several National Trust and other historic properties within easy range of Vipers Quay – Greenway House, once the home of Agatha Christie, with its lovely woodland gardens, lies just across the river, reached by ferry from the village. Just the other side of Totnes, the 1,200 acre Dartington Estate is home to a variety of attractions and events including open air cinema (in the summer months), tours, talks and exhibitions.
Greenway House – Coleton Fishacre – Dartmouth Castle - Dartington Hall
Places to go with Children
There are many attractions popular with children include Pennywell Farm, the excellent zoo at Paignton and a model village at Babbacombe. Woodlands Leisure Park (5m) has lots of rides and activities for children. For a lovely day out, why not try combining the Totnes Rare Breeds Centre with a ride on the steam train to Buckfastleigh (the station is adjacent to the Rare Breeds Centre) and a visit to the otter sanctuary at the other end. A little further afield the River Dart Country Park has kayaking, canoeing, a high ropes course and climbing.
Paignton Zoo – Pennywell Farm – Woodlands Leisure Park – Otter Sanctuary & Butterfly Centre – Babbacombe Model Village - Totnes Rare Breeds Centre - River Dart Country Park
Riding
There are several opportunities for horse riding.
Fitzworthy Equestrian Centre – Newton Ferrers Equestrian Centre – Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
GOLF
There are a number of golf courses locally, many with great views across the coast and countryside. The nearest course is the Dartmouth Hotel, for which we are able to offer guests vouchers for 25% off green fees. There are vouchers in the bureau in the living room, just fill them in and take them along to claim the discount.
Thurlestone Golf Club - Churston Golf Club - The Dartmouth Hotel
TENNIS
Dartmouth, Coronation Park (buy pass at Anchorstone Cafe)
Padel and tennis at Torquay Tennis Club
wine and spirit tasting
Sandridge Barton near Stoke Gabriel is the new home for Devon based Sharpham Wines. They offer wine tours and you can have lunch or dinner in their restaurant Circa.
If your taste runs more to spirits, local company Azu Spirits can offer at-home gin or Scotch Whisky tasting sessions.
INTERACTIVE MAP
The below map charts all of the attractions local to Vipers Quay. Just click on each pin to discover the surrounding area.