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  1. Football
    The nation’s passion for football extends down to the beautiful English Riviera – with our very own Torquay United Football Club.
  2. Rugby
    Sport brings people together - whether watching, supporting or playing. So why not enjoy your sporting passion on the beautiful English Riviera?
  3. Golf
    There are some wonderfully appointed and highly welcoming golf clubs on Devon’s English Riviera. In Torquay and Brixham there are beautiful 18-hole parkland golf courses, both with stunning views of the coastline and the English Riviera’s warm climate allows you to play golf all year-round. You’ll also find some lovely pitch and putt courses and adventure golf courses for the whole family.
  4. Sea Swimming
    The English Riviera is protected by the hills of Dartmoor creating little wind and a mild microclimate.

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  1. Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    01803 665485

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Seaside Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Year round on North Sands. Not in Summer on South Sands

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  2. Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
    Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
    Swimming pool
    Cafe
    Studio
    Sauna and Steam room
    Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
    Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
    Swimming pool
    Cafe
    Studio
    Sauna and Steam room

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Penwill Way, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5JR

    Telephone

    01803 522240

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Located in the heart of Paignton we are a leisure centre offering a 25m swimming pool as well as a trainer pool, 120 station gym, including Queenax Rig, sports hall, 4 squash courts,a friendly onsite café and even a Velopark!

    There is also a…

    Type

    Type:

    Sport/Leisure Centre

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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  3. Broadsands Beach Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Centre logo
    Broadsands Beach Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Centre logo

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026

    Address

    Promenade, Broadsands, Churston, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6HL

    Telephone

    07706 124053

    Churston, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026

    Based at stunning sandy Broadsands Beach in Paignton. We offer kayaks, pedalos and stand up paddleboards. All equipment less than 4 years old. Buoyancy aids supplied for all users and must be worn. Lifeguard on duty at all times. RYA qualified…

    Type

    Type:

    Activity Centre

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  4. Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Pool, Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Pool, Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Pool, Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon
    Pool, Cary Spa, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Beach Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 327110

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    The Award Winning Spa Room at the Cary Arms in Devon offers guests the chance for total relaxation and indulgence.

    Kick back and enjoy the surroundings, soak up the south Devon view and go for a pamper. The Spa Room at the Cary Arms offer

    Type

    Type:

    Spa

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    Web Site

  5. Dates

    Address

    South Embankment, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9BH

    Telephone

    01803 555872

    Dartmouth

    Dates

    The paddle steamer Kingswear Castle is the last remaining coal-fired paddle steamer in operation in the UK today.

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Ship

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    Web Site

  6. Beach Huts at Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    View from the Grand Hotel of Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Beach huts at Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Beach Huts at Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    View from the Grand Hotel of Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Beach huts at Livermead Beach, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6RQ

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    Livermead Beach - Good access for water sports. Swimming not allowed in the water ski lane. No sand at high tide.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted
  7. Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Cliff railway, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Cliff railway, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    This is a great beach for all ages! paddling for the young and a variety of watersports for the older and braver! Accessible via a steep road or you could take the amazing Babbabacombe Cliff Railway.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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    Web Site

  8. Closeup of a hiker's feet in walking boots, on rocks on the South West Coast Path. English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    English Riviera, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    The English Riviera has 22 miles of coastline and a UNESCO Global Geopark, 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.

    Type

    Type:

    Waymarked Trail

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    Web Site

  9. Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Watcombe Beach, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4SH

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    If you're looking for a pleasant, idyllic spot for somewhere to relax then Watcombe is the beach for you.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted
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