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Why Plymouth?

Occupying an enviable position in the midpoint of the Westcountry, The Marina at Sutton Harbour in the heart of Plymouth makes it especially easy to explore the South West from a great vantage spot, being equally as close to Cornwall and its spectacular coastline as it is to the rugged moors of Devon for those looking to explore Dartmoor.

Plymouth Sound is a prime destination for world-class water sports events and championships, and as the city’s historic harbour, Sutton Harbour regularly welcomes vessels visiting the city to take part who berth in the harbour itself.

Plymouth has one of the finest deep water harbours in the country and direct access to some of the best cruising waters in the UK including right on the doorstep including the Rivers Yealm, Tamar, Lyner and Cawsands within easy reach for a day trip, and stunning destinations like Dartmouth, Salcombe, Brixham and Torquay to the east in Devon and picturesque Cornish ports like Fowey and Falmouth to the west. Further afield lie the beautiful Isles of Scilly, just 94 nautical miles away, and the Channel Islands or French coast are also within striking distance.

Plymouth, especially the Sutton Harbour area, boasts a fascinating naval history and in the past, the city has been the base for the fleet which gathered to defeat the Spanish Armada as well as the site where the Pilgrim Fathers set sail for the New World from the Mayflower Steps in 1620.

On 22nd August 1966, Sir Francis Chichester sailed out of Sutton Harbour on his boat Gipsy Moth IV to single-handedly circumnavigate the globe, returning to Plymouth in May 1967. Gipsy Moth IV often visits The Marina at Sutton Harbour still today.

Sailing the channel

The Marina has an unparalleled location alongside Plymouth’s historic Barbican, which bursts into life and offers a diverse array of options for eating out, shopping and entertainment so you can enjoy everything without needing to leave the Harbour.

It’s only a few minutes’ walk to Plymouth Hoe with its breath-taking views of the Sound, and a short stroll from the bustling city centre offering all the major High Street brands in a sprawling shopping complex.

Plymouth offers so much for you and your crew to see and do, whether on a short stop over, a slightly longer stay or berthing your boat here permanently.

Eating at Sutton Harbour

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How to find and access the marina

The Marina at Sutton Harbour sits in the heart of Plymouth’s historic quarter and can be reached easily by road, rail and sea.

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