Little Dartmouth and Gallants Bower
Little Dartmouth and Gallants Bower
Enjoy a walk along the tranquil Dart Estuary
A beautiful area with stunning views over the River Dart estuary and Start Bay.
In spring and summer the coastal paths are ablaze with colour from wild flowers. Walk up to Gallants Bower to discover the Royalist Civil War fort and keep an eye out for the greater spotted woodpecker.
Gallants Bower
Although now just a ruin, the fort is still an impressive place to explore with amazing 360 degree views across the estuary and inland. Built between 1643 and 1645 to defend Dartmouth against the Parliamentarians, it saw the fiercest action in 1646, when it came under attack from Roundhead forces under General Fairfax. It's now one of the best preserved in the country and is a Scheduled and Listed Ancient Monument.
Venue Category:
Wildlife and Nature
Associated Organisation:
Activities provided:
Animal Encounters
Bird Watching
Environment
Hiking / Trekking
Nature Trail
Observing
Curriculum:
Citizenship
History
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Suitability:
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Early Years (2-4)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
Castle Road
Stoke Fleming
Devon
TQ6 0JP
Venue Contact Number:
01803 752776
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