

Opening Hours
- Monday
- 7am-7pm
- Tuesday
- 7am-7pm
- Wednesday
- 7am-7pm
- Thursday
- 7am-7pm
- Friday
- 7am-7pm
- Saturday
- 7am-7pm
- Sunday
- 7am-7pm
Washing Machines & Dryers
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Payment
Contactless and card payment available but not all machines accept card; some machines charge inconsistently. Change machine not available; customers advised to bring cash.
Services and Amenities
- Self Service
- Card Payment
- Coin Operated
- Large Item Washing
- Wash Dry
- 7 Days A Week Operation
- Contactless Payment
- Detergent Available
- Multiple Machine Sizes
- Multiple Washers
- On Site Staff
- Tumble Dryers
Customer Reviews
The launderette offers essential local service with genuinely helpful staff and clean facilities, but is hampered by inconsistent payment systems, billing disputes, machine reliability issues, and questionable pricing practices on card-operated equipment. Customer sentiment is divided between appreciation for staff and convenience versus frustration with technical and financial problems.
Based on automated analysis of customer reviews
What customers talked about
“Not all machines use contactless pay also no where to get change”
“£5 for a 20min wash??!!! Charges how it feels”
- Staff member Vicky is consistently praised for friendliness and helpfulness
- Clean and tidy facility with regular maintenance on Thursday and Friday
- Effective dryers that work reliably and dry clothes well
- Convenient as the only operating launderette in Dawlish serving the community
- Card payment system inconsistencies and charges that don't reflect time used
- Dryers with card tap charge more than coin equivalents
- Limited contactless payment across all machines
- No change machine availability
- Dryers do not run for full advertised duration
* These highlights and concerns are based on automated analysis of user feedback and are not independently verified.
About this launderette

Dawlish Launderette is the town's only self-service launderette, offering convenient laundry facilities with 8 washing machines and 5 tumble dryers across a range of sizes. The launderette features both coin-operated and card payment options, with detergent available for purchase on site. With an on-site staff member providing friendly assistance and extended hours from 7am to 7pm daily, customers appreciate the helpful service and welcoming atmosphere. While recent reviews highlight the clean, tidy facilities and dedicated staff member Vicky's excellent customer care, some visitors note pricing can be steep for larger items and suggest the building itself could benefit from maintenance improvements.
Questions people ask
- What payment methods does Dawlish Laundrette accept?
- Dawlish Laundrette accepts cash, card, and contactless payment. However, not all machines offer card or contactless options, so customers are advised to bring cash as backup. The launderette does not have a change machine, so bringing the correct change or exact payment is recommended.
- How much does it cost to wash a large duvet or quilt at Dawlish Laundrette?
- The largest washing machine at Dawlish Laundrette, designed for duvets and quilts, costs £6.50 using coin payment. Customers have reported this represents good value for large wash loads. However, a card-operated machine is also available, though pricing and machine capacity may differ; customers should check the specific machine before use.
- What are the opening hours and last entry time at Dawlish Laundrette?
- Dawlish Laundrette is open 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm. The last entry time for starting a wash is 18:25, allowing time for customers to complete their laundry before closing. This timing may be important for customers planning to use the service late in the day.
- Does Dawlish Laundrette offer a service wash?
- Dawlish Laundrette offers a service wash on Thursdays and Fridays. Customers should contact the launderette directly or visit during these days to arrange service wash services and discuss pricing and turnaround times.
- What facilities and amenities are available at Dawlish Laundrette?
- Dawlish Laundrette provides detergent for purchase at £1.00 and a vending machine. The launderette does not have WiFi. The facility includes 8 washing machines and 5 tumble dryers in various sizes, and benefits from regular maintenance. On-site staff are available to assist customers during operating hours.
- What should I know about using the tumble dryers at Dawlish Laundrette?
- Dawlish Laundrette has 5 tumble dryers available. Coin-operated dryers cost £1.00 for approximately 10 minutes of drying time. Customers have reported that the dryers work effectively and dry clothes thoroughly, though some variability in drying duration has been noted. For best results, customers should monitor their drying cycle and add additional coins if needed.
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- Last updated
- 2026-05-18
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