Mayflower

Why 2020 is a Landmark Year for Dartmouth

Glorious Dartmouth, the home of our seated titles, is the setting for a spectacular celebration that began in November last year and will continue for 12 months. The celebration is inspired by the fact that 2020 marks the 400th anniversary of the iconic Mayflower and her companion ship, the Speedwell, visiting the harbour town when the latter required repairs. On board were dozens of visionary passengers, including persecuted English Separatists, bound for the New World, where they intended to build new lives for themselves.