The Royal Dart Yacht Club is situated in the picturesque Devon village of Kingswear. We are blessed with stunning views down the River Dart to Dartmouth Castle and beyond to the open sea and across the river to the vibrant town of Dartmouth. With easy access to the water, 150 years of rich sailing tradition and a lively social calendar, you won’t be disappointed if you call in to see us.
Thinking of visiting or joining?
The aim of the RDYC is to provide a warm and welcoming environment for sailors, their families and friends. We cherish a high reputation for quality, Locally sourced food available in a casual bar and terrace environment as well as in a more formal lunch and dining tradition.
We believe we are a favourite destination for sailors visiting the South West, racers and cruisers alike. We offer a comprehensive training programme for sail and motor, open to members and non-members.
We offer the region’s premier junior sailing programme and are proud of our close association with the Royal Dart Youth Sailing Trust which provides access to sailing for local young people.
The RDYC is an active supporter of the local environment and has an ambition to safeguard and protect the marine environment.
Events and Bookings
News & Articles
Squib Fleet Open Day
Member Booking Non Member Bookings For Non member booking: You may need to scroll down…
Ladies Afloat Programme 2025 – our Jubilee Year!
March At Home – A St David’s Day themed dinner at the Royal Dart Yacht Club
Saturday 1st March – A review by member Jude Baylis. Our gastronomic galloping continued for…
Laying Up Supper at the Royal Dart Yacht Club
Friday 22 November 2024 A Review by Jude Baylis Despite the shades of lethargy in…
RDYC Dartmouth Classics 2025
For more details refer to Dartmouth Classics website page
Save the Date: 7th to 11th September 2025 The sailing and social tour of the South…
Richard Mille Cup
The Royal Dart Yacht Club was honoured to host the crews and skippers on the…
Dine by the Dart Evening
A review of our March ‘Dine by the Dart Tasting Evening’ by club member Caroline…
‘Convoys of Conscience’ – Report of Winter Lecture
‘Convoys of Conscience’ – Report from Wednesday’s Winter Lecture Last Wednesday, to an audience of…
Alison Timms reports below on the Cruising Forum Weekend
Well what a weekend we had! Once again the “Quarter Deck” was filled with buzzing,…
RDYC Burns’ Evening
A Review of RDYC Robbie Burns’ Evening, Saturday 20th January, by Jude Brooks This time,…