Things To Do On Rainy Days
Things to Do
Rainy Days
Here on the English Riviera we have some beautiful weather, and not just in the summer. But of course, this is Britain, so the occasional rainy day is not unheard of. Fortunately, there’s no reason for the rain to put a dampener on your holiday, as there’s plenty to keep you and your family occupied in the great indoors.
For starters, and for mains and desserts as well, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Babbacombe have some fantastic restaurants, pubs and cafés to spend an extended lunch or dinner in. We’ve also got some wonderfully traditional tea rooms, where you can sample our world-famous Devon Cream Tea.
Beat the rain with fun indoor attractions
If you want to get under shelter, but not necessarily indoors, Kents Cavern is a great place to spend a rainy afternoon. A prehistoric cave system where Stone Age man once took shelter from things with particularly sharp teeth and claws, a guided tour of this fascinating subterranean world and its surroundings lasts a couple of hours and offers the perfect mix of education and fun for the whole family.
If you fancy catching the latest 3D film or perhaps taking in a show, the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, has plenty of cinemas, theatres and other entertainment venues.
Museums are another classic hallmark of the Great British rainy day, and we’ve got plenty that old and young alike will love, including Torquay’s spellbinding Bygones Victorian Street. Or for all the fun of seaside from the comfort of indoors, head over to Paignton Pier for arcade fun, candy floss and more.
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National Trust - Coleton Fishacre
Type
Historic House/Palace
Location
Kingswear, Dartmouth
Travel back in time to the Jazz Age at the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family. You can lose yourself in the magical 12-hectare (30-acre) garden: viewpoints give enticing glimpses out to sea, paths weave through glades past tranquil ponds.
Spa Breaks at the Imperial Hotel
Type
Hotel Spa
Location
Torquay
Relax, unwind and let us pamper you in the tranquil surroundings of the Beauty Rooms at Torquay Imperial Hotel where Decléor therapeutic skincare is our speciality and our passion.
Woodlands Family Theme Park Dartmouth
Type
Theme Park
Location
Dartmouth
Woodlands Family Theme Park Devon provides a whole day of variety for all ages. Incredible indoor centres, outdoor adventures, Zoo, Big Fun Farm, Falconry Centre and Wildlife Sanctuary. No wonder families say it’s the best day out in Devon.
National Trust - Greenway
Type
Historic House/Palace
Location
Brixham
This is an extraordinary glimpse into the private holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie and her family.
Princess Theatre Torquay
Type
Theatre
Location
Torquay
Over the last few years the theatre has hosted many sell out shows such as Chicago, Legally Blonde, Calendar Girls, The Rocky Horror Show and most recently Starlight Express
The Smugglers Story Brixham
Type
Sub-Attraction
Location
Brixham
Smugglers Story is a brand new concept visitor attraction. The Smuggler’s Story is based on the history of the experiences of smugglers in and around Brixham in 1700’s and 1800’s.
Kents Cavern Torquay
Type
Cave
Location
Torquay
Kents Cavern is one of Europe’s top prehistory Stone Age caves with an extensive labyrinth of spectacular and easily accessible caverns open daily all year. This iconic heritage attraction has many quality tourism awards.
Bygones Torquay
Type
Heritage/Visitor Centre
Location
Torquay
Life-size Victorian exhibition street with period rooms. Large Hornby railway layouts, medals and militaria. Illuminated 'fantasyland'. Open all year.
Pennywell Farm
Type
Farm
Location
Buckfastleigh
Come and experience the Pennywell magic at our multi award winning Farm Activity Park... the biggest in the South West! There's lots to do and see for the whole family...
Waves Leisure Pool Torquay
Type
Leisure/Swimming Pool
Location
Torquay
If you are looking for fun and exercise for the whole family, be sure to visit Waves Leisure Pool for indoor family fun! Waves Leisure Pool is open every day and under 5’s swim for free (Admission Policy applies, please call for details).
