Graphic Version of this page
Kayakers on the River Dartraftingoldmill

Paddlers Welcome...

From Friday 5th of October 2012 to Sunday 10th March 2013 the River Dart Country Park and Holne Park House will open to paddlers at weekends for the season.

Access to the Park for non-residents during the winter season is available and vehicles can park at our fee paying car park,  fees apply to all vehicles at all times.  Paddlers who are residents to the Park will be issued with a car pass. Car parking charges are £3 for up to 2 hours duration and £6 for the whole day. 

Duplicate car parking tickets are issued, which can be used to set against main meals of at least £10 in The Old Sawmill.

Kayakers will also have use of the toilet facilities and communal hot showers in our 'boot room' on Saturdays and Sundays. 'The Old Sawmill' will be open at weekends and will offer a Sunday Carvery lunch from 12.30 to 4pm - adults £7.95, children £4.95 (under 8 years). 

Accommodation will be available including a special weekend promotion - please see accommodation for details.

Paddlers not wishing to use the facilities at the Park will need to egress at Buckfastleigh as the egress at Holne Bridge will be closed at weekends.

Commercal operators please contact our events team on 01364 655918 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

www.paddle-the-dart.co.uk