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English Riviera

Discover South Devon's Coast

Escape your everyday

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon's beautiful coastline. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, Torquay, Babbacombe, Cockington, Paignton, Goodrington and Brixham offer fantastic year-round holidays with lots of things to do for everyone!

A Beach Holiday and So Much More

The English Riviera may be most famous for its award-winning sandy beaches and exotic palm trees, but has much more to offer than just seaside holidays. The English Riviera has a great choice of indoor and outdoor attractions and is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark. Getting out on the water is what our visitors love to do, and there is a great selection of watersports and boat trips.

The Perfect Place to Stay

As one of the country’s most popular holiday destinations, there’s no shortage of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets, including a growing choice of award-winning hotels, bed and breakfasts and quality self catering establishments.

A Year Round Events Programme

The English Riviera offers a packed diary of events throughout the year. There are many attractions, things to do and events that centre around Agatha Christie, Torquay's most famous resident, including the annual Agatha Christie Festival, as well as the world-famous Brixham Pirate Festival and England's Seafood FEAST.

A Gastronomic Delight

On what is now known as England's Seafood Coast, the English Riviera is a haven of food and drink, and whether you are looking to grab a quick bite or a Michelin starred restaurant for that special occasion, you will find everything in our little corner of Devon to suit your palate and budget.

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Things to Do on the English Riviera

Find the best things to do in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. What makes your perfect holiday? If it’s the chance to see and try new things you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do on the English Riviera in South Devon.
Top 10 Beaches

The English Riviera really stands apart from other UK destinations because of the incredible beaches that are on offer. Use this guide to explore our Top 10 Beaches.
Agatha Christie

Dame Agatha Christie, known throughout the world as the ‘Queen of Crime’, is a literary genius, was born in Torquay and remained on the English Riviera for much of her life.
UNESCO Global Geopark

With our rich geological history and diverse landscapes, the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the natural world.
TLH Leisure Resort

Book your summer escape at TLH Leisure Resort today! With four hotels, fantastic leisure and entertainment across a 7-acre site, and top facilities including bars, restaurants, luxury spa, and indoor and outdoor pools, you're guaranteed a memorable and relaxing getaway. Secure your stay now!
Major Events

As you’d expect from an international tourist destination in South Devon, there’s an amazing calendar of exciting annual events to suit every passion and taste.

Major Events in 2025

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English Riviera Airshow

The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the first weekend of June. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English Riviera has to offer during this fabulous weekend.
The English Riviera Walking Festival

From 14th-22nd June 2025, the English Riviera Walking Festival will take over the Bay once more. Join us as we discover the hidden treasures from local guides in South Devon.
Electric Bay Festival

New! Fatboy Slim announced as first headliner for electric bay 2025 on Saturday 12th July. Plus more Acts to be announced This dedicated open air dance music festival brings something new to the area, with the stunning Torre Abbey Meadows hosting the three day event being held 11th-13th July.
The Agatha Christie Festival

Agatha Christie is Torquay's most well-known resident and the best selling author of all time. Every year Torquay celebrates the life and work of its most famous resident with a Festival, supported by the Arts Council of England, and this year is no exception.
England's Seafood FEAST

In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.
The Brixham Pirate Festival

The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, held in Brixham, Devon takes place over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend, is a swashbuckling mix of seaside shenanigans and pirate-themed fun for all the family.

Travel Information

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Getting Here

One of the great things about taking a holiday at home in the UK is the time (and money) you can save on travelling.
English Riviera Visitor Information Centre

The English Riviera Visitor Information Centre offers a range of services including a good range of Devon information leaflets, brochures and maps, plus information on local events, theatres and visitor attraction information, accommodation booking, theatre and event tickets.
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Something for

Every Season

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Spring

Spring in South Devon is particularly beautiful, when the countryside bursts into a vibrant tapestry of many vivid colours.
Summer

You don't need to travel abroad to find sun, sand and surf. It's a lot less stressful and much easier on the pocket to visit the English Riviera.
Autumn

The leaves change into their glorious jewel-like colours and our cosy pubs and restaurants offer snug shelter from the autumn weather.
Winter

Enjoy our almost uninhabited award-winning beaches, magical woodland walks, beautifully landscaped parks & rugged cliffs.

We have so many

Events all year

Highlights

Brixham Trawler Race

Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out with two lap race around the Bay and fun…

English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival

The Geopark Festival is back and better than ever! This week-long celebration allows you to delve…

Paignton Festival

Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations…

Electric Bay Festival

Fatboy Slim announced for Electric Bay 2025! Electric Bay is a unique open air music festival…

English Riviera Airshow

The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. The…

Torbay Steam Fair

Torbay Steam Fair is now one of the biggest events on the English Riviera events calendar and…

Torbay Pride

A day of family fun where everyone is welcome! Our pride events are always inclusive, great fun and…

English Riviera Walking Festival

Pack your rucksacks, fill your flasks, dig out your walking boots and join us at the English…

Stand Up Paddle - SUPERCHAMPS English Riviera Championships

Torbay will host the SUP championships as part of a 4 year plan to bring international level…

The Agatha Christie Festival

The programme can be viewed by carrying out a diary search via www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on…

England's Seafood FEAST

ENGLAND'S SEAFOOD FEAST - Save the dates: 26th September – 12th October 2025 Dive into England’s…

Towns and villages

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Torquay

With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars.
Paignton

One of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera's crown, you are met with the welcoming sight of its long stretch of beautiful and easily accessible beachfront and traditional pier.
Brixham

Brixham has been the centre of the area's fishing industry for centuries. You can find out more about the town's maritime past at the Brixham heritage Museum.
Babbacombe

The delightful gardens at Babbacombe Downs have attained the prestigious Green Flag award, an international accolade recognizing the high environmental standards.
Cockington

Take a walk back in time along Cockington’s narrow lanes, lined with thatched houses and you’ll experience a quiet charm that is quintessentially English.
Goodrington

Glorious Goodrington is set in a wonderfully attractive, sheltered bay and has a beautiful long, sandy beach, offering the best of Devon seaside fun.

With 22 miles of

coastline and 20 beaches on offer,

there's something

for everyone!

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