Discover the English Riviera Geopark

Did you know that the English Riviera’s breath-taking landscape has designated UNESCO Global Geopark status, one of only seven in the entire UK and 140 in the world? A Geopark is an area of globally recognised, unique geological interest, designated by UNESCO.  A place where you can touch a very special part of the Earth’s story and be amazed by extraordinary landscapes. UNESCO Global Geoparks share the story of our Planet and here in Torquay we have a number of fascinating sites, both underground and overground for you to visit.        

Day One

Arrive at Lincombe Hall Hotel and Spa – Torquay

Exclusively for adults, the AA 4* Lincombe Hall hotel has recently been refurbished and opened a new state of the art botanical Spa and Hydro Pool. Food style at Lincombe Hall is modern with a laid-back atmosphere serving great local produce including local seafood and cocktails.   

Stay either Bed and Breakfast, or Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the Lincombe Hall Hotel.

Day Two

Go Underground

For Day Two, we recommend visiting Kents Cavern Pre-Historic Caves for a pre-booked guided tour. It is here that you enter one of Europe’s most exciting Stone Age caves, with its extensive labyrinth of spectacular and easily accessible caverns. Open daily all year, this is an all- weather attraction and one of the gateway sites to the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Take an underground tour and hear about the fascinating tales of Britain’s earliest humans. A human jawbone, now on display at Torquay Museum, was discovered on site and is the oldest human fossil found in north-western Europe

Day Three

Go Overground

For Day Three, why not discover some of our other Devonian Geopark Highlights including exploring with a specialist local walking guide who offers a fascinating programme of walks all bookable online. Scenic highlights include Anstey’s Cove Bishops Walk and Hopes Nose.

Stay either Bed and Breakfast, or Dinner, Bed and Breakfast at the Lincombe Hall Hotel.

Whatever you decide to do, exploring the Naturally Inspiring landscape of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is a great way to spend a weekend.