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Inspired?

Featured

  1. 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.
  2. Special Offers
    Find special offers and late deals on accommodation, places to eat and attractions in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.
  3. Bay of Lights
    During winter, the English Riviera plays host to an exciting event: The Bay of Lights! Taking place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, the whole Bay will come alive with a flurry of illuminated events.
  4. Christmas & New Year
    Christmas and New Year are a great time to visit the English Riviera. The attractions in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham put on a glittering selection of events.
  5. 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.
  6. One of the great things about taking a holiday at home in the UK is the time (and money) you can save on travelling.
  7. Accessible entrance to the English Riviera Visitor Information Centre on Torquay harbourside, Torquay, Devon
    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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  8. Blog
    Discover all the latest news, personal stories and top tips from the English Riviera here!

Something for

Every Season

Featured

  1. Spring in South Devon is particularly beautiful, when the countryside bursts into a vibrant tapestry of many vivid colours.
  2. 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.
  3. The leaves change into their glorious jewel-like colours and our cosy pubs and restaurants offer snug shelter from the autumn weather.
  4. Enjoy our almost uninhabited award-winning beaches, magical woodland walks, beautifully landscaped parks & rugged cliffs.

We have so many

Events all year

Highlights

Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey Meadows, Torquay, Devon

Torbay Pride 2024, returns to Torquay on Saturday 7th September, this free one-day family event…

Bay of Lights Illumination Trail, part of Bay of Lights, Torquay, Devon

This year, the English Riviera will play host to an exciting event: The Bay of Lights! Taking place…

Electric Bay Festival, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

Electric Bay is a game changing music weekender situated on Torquay's historic seafront. This…

English Riviera Walking Festival, Various locations throughout the English Riviera, Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, Devon

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

Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, with a crew made up of first-time brigands and buccaneers, held…

Red Arrows display at the English Riviera Airshow, Paignton, Devon

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

Train of Lights reflecting in the water, Paignton to Dartmouth Steam Railway, Paignton, Devon

The Christmas Train of Lights is now the must-see event in the South West festive calendar and of…

Towns and villages

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  1. With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars.
  2. Plenty to see and do in and around 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.
  3. Brixham is a colourful fishing port in Devon on England's South West coast.
    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.
  4. The delightful gardens at Babbacombe Downs have attained the prestigious Green Flag award, an international accolade recognizing the high environmental standards.
  5. Cockington Court country park is located in Torquay and is famous for its beautiful countryside walks, gardens and thatched cottages.
    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.
  6. Kids having fun at Goodrington beach.
    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!