DARTMOUTH
The thriving little harbour town of Dartmouth, located near the estuary of the river Dart as it enters the English Channel in Devon’s South Hams (derived from the old English ‘hammes’, which means sheltered place), has historical clout disproportionate to its size. Visitors today can explore many strands of its illustrious history, whether that be literary, maritime or royal, as well as enjoying the relaxed, seaside-holiday ambience that this ancient market town exudes in spades.
Architecturally, the famous Butterwalk is a must-see. It is one of the finest rows of black and white, 17th-century merchants’ houses in England, and
