Premier Marinas has welcomed the newly titled Dartmouth Marina into its branded network, the sixth integration completed for the 2026 boating season.
The marina was acquired as part of Premier’s purchase of the Dart Marina Group in April 2026, a deal that also brought Dart Marina Hotel and the Dartmouth Higher Ferry under the Premier umbrella. That acquisition followed closely behind Premier’s integration of five former Boatfolk sites, part of a wider consolidation across the UK marina sector this year.
A Prime South Devon Setting
Dartmouth Marina sits on the River Dart in one of the West Country’s best known boating towns, offering over 100 berths alongside the Dart Marina waterside hotel, Zephyr restaurant and the Column 9 pop-up bar. The site becomes one of 17 Premier-branded destinations stretching between Eastbourne and Falmouth, and sits alongside Premier’s existing boatyard at Noss on Dart, further up the same river.
Premier’s View
Andrew Lewis, Sales and Marketing Director at Premier Marinas, said the marina’s reputation and setting made it a natural addition to the group.
Dart Marina is a fantastic addition to the Premier Marinas network. It has an outstanding reputation, loyal customer base and a shared commitment to deliver exceptional boating experiences.
The marina’s premium waterfront setting in Dartmouth, high-quality facilities and experienced team align closely with Premier’s own values, complementing our existing presence on the river at Noss on Dart and making it a natural fit as we continue to grow our presence along the south coast.
Lewis added that Premier intends to preserve what already makes the marina distinctive.
We are looking forward to supporting Dartmouth Marina’s continued success while preserving the qualities that make it such a valued destination for boaters and visitors. This integration strengthens our network and allows us to offer customers even greater choice, while maintaining the high standards of service and experience they expect from the Premier brand.
What Berth Holders Gain
Berth holders at Dartmouth Marina now have access to the Premier Advantage rewards programme via the MyPremier platform and the Premier app. The headline benefit is 42 nights of complimentary visitor stays across the wider Premier network, alongside preferential fuel rates and boatyard benefits available just upriver at Noss on Dart.
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