Things to Do
Watersports
With two piers, three harbours, 22 beaches and two marinas, life in the English Riviera revolves around the sea. The calm waters and gentle currents of South Devon’s beautiful bay make it one of the best water sport locations in the UK, particularly for beginners.
Sailing is particularly popular, as the English Riviera has one of the best bays in the UK for learners and salty sea dogs alike. The region plays host to 50 regional, national or international sailing events during the summer months, with competitions always promising to deliver a healthy dose of excitement. August is a busy month in the boating calendar, with the Fastnet race and the week-long Dartmouth Regatta drawing in sailing boats from all over the world.
Let a scuba diving instructor take you out to the deep blue sea so you can swim with the fish, or hire a jet ski and take it for a spin around the bay. You can also give some extreme sports a go including kite-surfing, wind-surfing and water-skiing. If you’re a beginner surfer, the calm waters of the English Riviera are perfect for finding your feet on a board.
If you prefer a gentler pace of life, hire a pedalo and go for a gentle bob in the ocean, or you could even hop on an organised boat trip and try your luck at fishing. Even if your love of water sports is limited to a quick paddle in the waves, you can swim safely in the English Riviera.
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Diving Holidays at the Meadfoot Bay Hotel
Type
Watersports
Location
Torquay
Come and enjoy a diving break here at The Meadfoot Bay Hotel in Torquay. One of Torquay’s best dive sites is only a 2 minute walk away at the stunning Meadfoot Beach.
Sailing Breaks at the Heritage Hotel
Type
Boat
Location
Torquay
If you are looking for a sailing break in the UK, then The Heritage Hotel is ideally located for all your needs.
Harbour Sports
Type
Watersports Centre
Location
Paignton
Why not buy a kayak? We do all sorts of deals to get you out there doing your own thing with your own kit. Harbour Sports is a sort of aquatic Aladdin’s Cave packed full to make your holiday a truly outstanding and possibly life changing experience.
Jennifer Ann Dive Charters
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Torquay
Jennifer Ann Recreational & Technical dive charters depart from the pontoon mooring in Torquay harbour to popular dive sites in the Tor Bay, Lyme Bay, Dartmouth and Salcombe areas.
Torbay Sea School
Type
Watersports Centre
Location
Brixham
We are a friendly Sea School with a lot of experience behind us. We specialise in the personal touch that some of the bigger schools don't have. Our practical courses are normally conducted on our own Bavaria 37(Sail) and an immaculate 2006 FairliJibset Marine
Type
Watersports Centre
Location
Torquay
Ideally situated at Beacon Quay, Torquay, Jibset Marine is a watersports centre, carrying a wide range of sailing clothing and watersports equipment.
During the summer months we also offer fun for all the family with kayak hire.Ski West Watersports
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Paignton
Skiwest Watersports is based on Goodrington Sands, Paignton. Whether you are on holiday, a local, experienced or a complete novice come along and have fun.
Brixham Sea School
Type
Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Location
Brixham
As an RYA-recognised training centre and Wildlife Safe operator, we offer sailing instruction & skippered yacht charters, specialising in personal and comfortable sailing experiences at realistic prices.
Torquay Wind and Surf Centre
Type
Watersports
Location
Torquay
Courses in Kite Surfing, paddle boarding, kite buggying plus shop
Venture Sports
Type
Watersports
Location
Paignton
Venture Sports has been established 30 years, providing a high level of diving knowledge and assistance. Equipment for sale and hire. Air and Nitrox fills.
