The Boat House

Dive into the Flavourful World of Dover Seafest! Get ready for a seaside adventure like no other at Dover Seafest – the ultimate celebration of the sea's bounty and community spirit. Dover Seafest is designed for the entire family. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast, a music lover, a parent seeking a fun day out, or simply looking to soak up the local culture, this festival has something for everyone. Local Delights: Relish the best of Southern Tasmania's culinary scene with a variety of local food and drink options. From freshly shucked oysters to homemade specialties, your taste buds will thank you for this culinary adventure. Sip on craft beverages and sample mouth-watering snacks. Musical Magic: Our local artists and bands will keep you entertained throughout the day, adding a melodic backdrop to your festival experience. Family Fun: Enjoy a wide range of FREE activities for the kids, ensuring smiles and laughter all around. Games, and interactive experiences make this a day that children will cherish. Makers & Growers: Explore a treasure trove of unique, handcrafted creations and locally sourced products. Scenic Beauty: Set against the stunning backdrop of Port Esperance Bay, Dover Seafest immerses you in the breathtaking coastal environment. Enjoy the tranquil waves, sandy shores, and the sense of escape from the everyday. Discover Dover Seafest - Where the Sea Meets the Community!

A family-friendly social club located in the centre of Dover with beautiful panoramic views over Port Esperance. The club welcomes visitors every day (except Christmas Day), open from 12 pm daily, with a full bar and gaming facilities. Bayview Dining Room inside the RSL has a wide range of food to suit all tastes and dietary requirements and is open every day for lunch and dinner. The club is also home to the Dover Bowls Club with full lawn bowls facilities.

Inspired by the majestic ancient cool temperate rain forests of lutruwita (Tasmania), our small distillery in the seaside town of Dover at latitude 43° South is the place where we handcraft a distinctive botanical spirit; in fact, a world first, Evoke! Using the byproduct molasses from sugar refining, derived from Australian-grown sugar cane as our alcohol base, we vapour distil the evocative oils from our famous native sassafras tree. This provides our central botanical flavour, which we complement with the native pepper bush and a couple of locally grown fruits. Distiller Martin Wohlgemuth has spent close to a decade developing through the use of sustainable methods, this flavourful beverage that makes no apologies for putting the very essence of our rainforest front and centre of the stage, without trying to imitate other variations of fine botanical spirits. The distillery in Dover is part of a restored historic bakehouse and home. For tastings of our unique spirit and to avoid disappointment we ask that you email or phone before visiting.