Experience the English Riviera

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.

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England's Seafood Coast

Named England’s Seafood Coast for good reason, the English Riviera is home to the UK’s finest seafood and the world-famous Brixham Fish Market, where…
Naturally Inspiring

The English Riviera is amazingly beautiful and one of the most naturally inspiring places to visit in England, with stunning coastal views, a mild…
The Great Outdoors

The English Riviera is a Naturally Inspiring place to relax and unwind, with rugged cliffs, long sandy stretches of sand and countless scenic walks…
Wildlife

The English Riviera is home to rare wildlife in their natural habitats, both on land and at sea.
Our Unique Literary & Cultural Heritage

The English Riviera is well known as a top UK holiday resort due to its spectacular coastline, however there is also a unique literary and cultural…
TV, Music & Film

The English Riviera has inspired many creative people, from authors to screenwriters to songwriters, Devon’s Beautiful Bay has been the starting…

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