Dartmouth to Brixham

The first thing is to inform the coastguard that a small fleet of very small ships is setting out.

calling the coastguard

A steady paddle through uninspiring weather brings us along the Devonian slate coast until we meet the spectacular limestone formations of Berry head. Click the image for the high resolution version.
Berry head limestone


The limestone is quite hollow.

Richard in cave at Berry Head

Sometimes it is risky to go into the caves because a climber may fall into the canoe. There are five climbers visible in this picture. You will need to click for the high resolution image to spot them.

Climbers at Berry Head high resolution

At the very top of the cliff, left of centre, is the masonry of the old Berry Head Fort.