Welcome
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Snark
Run Away to Sea
2023
Why not run away to sea this summer and explore dramatic coastlines, picturesque seaside towns, vibrant festivals, beautiful rivers and estuaries as we voyage around the England Channel from the Scilly Isles to Isle of Wight.
Coastal sailing, gentle island hopping, bustling traditional harbours, remote anchorages, abundant wildlife, classic boat festivals, firework displays, air shows and cruises deep into the countryside of Devon and Cornwall are all part of this years adventure. And of course all accompanied by lots of good food and drink, comfortable private cabins and stimulating company.
There really is something for everybody,
from £1640 / person / week
Changes to summer 2023 sailing schedule
For a number of reasons we have deferred our original plans for a Baltic Odyssey in 2023.
We hope to make the trip in coming years but for now we are staying within UK waters.
What our guests say
‘What a lovely holiday, thanks. Brilliant crew... Hoping to sail again in Snark’
Janet D, Oct 2022
‘It was an absolute pleasure to meet you both and a privilege for us to be onboard for the last leg of your voyage, which culminated with the magical day sailing around Lands’ End and seeing our dolphins. ‘
Lorna W. Sept 2022
‘It was a wonderful trip with great company.’
Helen S. Sept 2022
Your next adventure awaits
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Exclusive 'slow travel' voyages around coast and rivers of the West Country
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Low adrenaline sailing with no previous experience needed.
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Coastal spritsail Thames barge, with an experienced professional crew.
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Plenty of time to explore the beautiful places we pass.
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Look out for dolphins, seals and seabirds as we sail.
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Comfortable, spacious accommodation in single and double cabins
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Great home cooked food.
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Sustainable adventure sailing holidays with an all-inclusive tariff.
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Perfect adventure for solo travellers with just 6 passengers per leg
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Go to 'stuff you need to know' for more information.
Itinerary (updated 24/02/23) click heading for more detailed itinerary
1 Round the Island 13 May - 20 May from £1640
Sail from Dartmouth along the dramatic Jurassic coast of south England stopping at iconic ports and harbours, around the Isle of Wight and back to Dartmouth.
2 Dart River Cruise 26 May – 29 May from £820
Board in the evening in Totnes before sail from Totnes to Brixham to take part in the Heritage Festival before returning to cruise up the Dart back to Totnes.
3 Dartmouth to Scilly Isles 3 June – 10 June from £1640
Sail from Dartmouth to watch the spectacular Torbay Air show from the sea before sailing along the West Country coast and across to the beautiful Scilly Isles.
4 Scilly Isles to Dartmouth 12 June – 20 June from £1640
Explore the Scilly Isles before sailing to Falmouth in Cornwall to join in the Falmouth Classics Regatta and enjoy the shore side International Sea Shanty Festival before sailing back to Dartmouth.
5 Dart River Cruise 24 June – 26 June from £580
Spend a long weekend exploring the beautiful River Dart and Start Bay, starting and finishing in Totnes.
6 West Country Adventure 1 July – 9 July from £1640
From Dartmouth we will set out to explore the beautiful coast, harbours and rivers of the south Devon and Cornwall coasts, going where the winds, tides and your suggestions take us.
7 West Country Adventure 15 July – 23 July from £1640
From Dartmouth we will set out to explore the beautiful coast, harbours and rivers of the south Devon and Cornwall coasts, going where the winds, tides and your suggestions take us.
8 West Country Adventure 29 July – 06 Aug from £1640
From Dartmouth we will set out to explore the beautiful coast, harbours and rivers of the south Devon and Cornwall coasts, going where the winds, tides and your suggestions take us.
9 Three River Voyage 12 Aug – 20 Aug from £1640
Starting in Totnes on the Dart we sail to the Lyhner and up the Tamar, back to Plymouth for the International Firework Competition, to Falmouth for the Tall Ships parade and race start and up the Fal to Truro.
10 West Country Adventure 25 Aug – 3 Sept from £1640
We start at the Royal Dart Regatta with a Parade of Sail, fireworks and gaffer races before we set out to explore the beautiful coast, harbours and rivers of the south Devon and Cornwall coasts, going where the winds, tides and your suggestions take us.
Tariff includes all of the vessel costs, full bed and board including drinks etc. but exclude travel to and from the vessel and any excursions or meals ashore etc. Further details of the accommodation and catering are elsewhere on the web site.
Chartering
We have limited dates available for private charters for celebrations, holidays or corporate events. Click here for more information
Read about our adventures in the blogs below
