Brixham Harbour & Golden Hind
Brixham Harbour
A colorful fishing port town, one of the highest-value fishing harbors in England, with a full-size replica of Drake's Golden Hind moored in the harbor.
Brixham is a fishing port at the southern end of Torbay, with colorful houses climbing the hillside in tiers. Moored in the harbor is the Golden Hind, a full-size replica of Sir Francis Drake's flagship from his circumnavigation of the globe. Visitors can board and explore the decks and cabins (admission about £8–10). The harbor has a fresh fish market and many fish-and-chip shops, making it a great place to sample seafood. In 1688, William of Orange landed here, and a statue of him stands on the quay. In summer, ferries run to and from Torquay harbor, taking about 30 minutes one way, and buses also serve the town.
Opening hours
All day; Golden Hind about 10:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Berry Head National Nature Reserve
- Meadfoot Beach
- Torquay Harbour & Princess Gardens
- Torquay Museum
- Dartmouth Steam Railway
- Kents Cavern
- Torre Abbey
- Greenway