Things to Do
Beaches
With the highest concentration of Blue Flag beaches in England and winners of the Cleanest Beaches Award 2011, the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, has some of the best beaches in the country. With over 22 to choose from, whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to sunbathe, a sandy stretch to build sandcastles or a safe place for the little ones to paddle, there’s something for everyone.
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Beacon Cove
Type
Beach
Location
Torquay
Beacon Cove is a haven away from the main beach of Torquay and is close to Living Coasts, the coastal zone section of the award-winning Paignton Zoo.
English Riviera Geopark Trails
Type
Historic Site
Location
Torquay
Come and visit the English Riviera Geopark! 400 Million years of unique geology all within the 22 miles of coastline. From Berry Head to Hopes Nose and beyond there is so much to see and do for all ages!
Preston Sands
Type
Beach
Location
Paignton
A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?
Goodrington Sands
Type
Beach
Location
Paignton
Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Quality Coastal Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.
South West Coast Path
Type
Waymarked Trail
The English Riviera has 22 miles of coastline, all of which can be discovered on the South West Coast Path, which runs along South Devon's beautiful bay between Maidencombe in the north and Sharkham Point in the south.
Oddicombe Beach
Type
Beach
Location
Torquay
This is a great beach for all ages! Sand castles and paddling for the young and a wide variety of watersports for the older and braver!
Breakwater Beach
Type
Beach
Location
Brixham
Breakwater Beach, one of the cleanest and safest beaches on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay. Not only is it a Blue Flag beach, but it has a Quality Coast Award and has been recommended by the Good Beach Guide.
Shoalstone Beach
Type
Beach
Location
Brixham
Along the coast from the busy fishing harbour of Brixham is Shoalstone Beach. This isn’t a sandy beach, but there are still plenty of activities to keep everyone happy. Head out on a fishing boat and catch your supper, explore the rock pools.
Ansteys Cove
Type
Beach
Location
Torquay
Not far from Torquay sits Anstey’s Cove Beach. Quiet, peaceful and incredibly beautiful, this small shingle beach is the place to come if you want to escape the crowds. You can rent a deckchair and relax, paddle in the glistening sea, or stock up on
Shoalstone Pool
Type
Sub-Attraction
Location
Brixham
Shoalstone Sea Water Open Air Swimming Pool and picnic area
The pool is patrolled and monitored by Lifeguards from 9 am until 6 pm daily, weather permitting. Notices will show when Lifeguards are not on duty.
Free for all use.
Changing cubicles.
