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  1. Excursions, Day Trips & Tours
    The English Riviera is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark in South Devon. It is one of only eight in the UK and 140 in the world. A geopark is an area of globally recognised unique geological interest with fascinating landscape, coastlines and places.
  2. Boat Trips & Ferries
    Devon’s beautiful English Riviera is set within a sheltered bay with stunning coastal scenery. The rich geological landscape is so unique that it has received international recognition and is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, one of only 8 in the UK and 140 in the world.
  3. Animals & Wildlife
    If you love animals and wildlife then Devon’s English Riviera has a host of attractions just for you. There are lots of places to explore that will create wonderful memories to take home.
  4. History & Heritage
    The beautiful English Riviera has a fascinating history and is a very exciting location for the heritage enthusiast.
  5. Art & Culture
    Beyond the wilds and beauty of Tor Bay’s iconic coastline lies a vibrant arts and culture scene of unique museums, diverse theatres and creative festivals.
  6. Beaches
    The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, rocky outcrops, secluded coves, historic viaducts, elevated cliff tops, rockpools and wooded areas. And Devon’s famous English Riviera, a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, is the perfect base to experience it all.

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  1. Brixham Art and Craft Market

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

    Address

    The Old Fish Market, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

    Telephone

    01803 852085

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

    Brixham Art and Craft Market is held every Saturday from Easter to the end of October, under the Old Fish Market right on the harbour side in the centre of Brixham, transforming the beautiful harbour area into a shoppers' haven.

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    Type:

    Market

  2. Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Bikes parked at Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Bikes parked at Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon
    Ansteys Cove, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3TG

    Telephone

    01803 550022

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Between Torquay and Babbacombe sits Anstey’s Cove. Quiet, peaceful and incredibly beautiful, this small shingle beach is the place to come if you want to escape the crowds.

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    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Add Ansteys Cove Beach Torquay to your Itinerary

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  3. Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    East of Torquay lies Babbacombe Beach. A beautiful arc of shingle beach, this unspoilt coastline is a haven of tranquillity, gorgeous views and calm, clean waters where you can relax and soak up the atmosphere.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
  4. Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
    Rock Solid Coasteering, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4SU

    Telephone

    07723 088292

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter is top shelf. You will scale cliffs, fall into the water, observe seals, leap from high ledges, balance on ancient plateaus, swim through caves and…

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    Type:

    Coasteering

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  5. Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach
    Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torbay Council, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    With 3.3million visitors every year, the English Riviera is South Devon’s beautiful bay and one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country. With over 20 spectacular beaches, clean and calm waters, many of them are easy to access

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

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  6. The thatched village of Cockington in the English Riviera, South Devon
    Cockington Village and Country Park, Torquay, Devon
    The thatched village of Cockington in the English Riviera, South Devon
    Cockington Village and Country Park, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Cockington Village, Cockington, TORQUAY, DEVON, TQ2 6XA

    Telephone

    01803 520022

    Price

    Free

    TORQUAY

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026

    An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site. 

    Cockington is a quintessentially English village with Saxon origins which attracts many thousands of visitors each year. Some of the quaint thatched cottages and buildings in the chocolate box…

    Type

    Type:

    Country Park/Nature Reserve

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Pre-booking appreciated for very large groups.

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Price

    Free

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  7. Get On the Water with Reach Outdoors

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LP

    Telephone

    01803 524950

    Price

    Price £35.00 to £195.00 Activity

    Goodrington Sands, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Explore the natural beauty of the Torbay coastline from the unique viewpoint of a kayak or paddle board with Reach Outdoors. With a range of sessions available for all abilities, from age 8 upwards, the Reach team offer introductory 2 - 3 hour…

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age) - Minimum age: 8 Years

    Key Features

    • Groups

    Establishment Features

    • Cater for groups
    • Cater for school groups - We can provide adventure activity days for youth groups, with activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, coasteering, archery, bushcraft and more! We offer preferential youth group rates.
    • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

    Price

    Price £35.00 to £195.00 Activity

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  8. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torbay Road, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 5FB

    TORQUAY

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards are based on quality of management, cleanliness, water quality and other criteria. The most prestigious being the Blue Flag Awards.

    Other awards made to Torbay beaches include the Keep Britain Tidy Seaside Awards and the Good Beach Guide…

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    Type:

    Beach

    Add Award Winning Beaches on the English Riviera to your Itinerary

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  9. Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham
    Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham

    Dates

    Address

    6 Vaughan Road, Torquay Harbour, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EQ

    Telephone

    01803 293797

    Torquay Harbour, Torquay

    Dates

    The Western Lady Ferry Service has been operating an excellent ferry service between Torquay and Brixham for over 75 years.

    The 30 minute ferry ride across the Bay to Brixham and returning to Torquay is a stress-free, delightful way to view Torbay…

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Trip

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