Source: The Times – Thursday May 09 2024
1. Dartmouth Castle, Devon
The most scenic way to arrive at Dartmouth Castle is a ten-minute ferry ride along the estuary from the town’s harbour. It was originally built in the 14th century on the say-so of the merchant mayor John Hawley, with a gun tower added later. Today, visitors can watch an animation showing the instrumental role its harbour chain played in defence, discover the gun battery and open-air platforms where shots were fired from and have fun trying on armour (from £8; english-heritage.org.uk). Afterwards, walk along the South West Coast Path or sit down for a cream tea at the castle café before checking into the contemporary, adults-only Kaywana Hall, in nearby Kingswear.