Experiences on the English Riviera

Looking to make your holiday more memorable? There's plenty of unique experiences to discover here on the English Riviera.

From wildlife experiences where you can get up close and personal with animals, to art sessions to get your creative juices flowing or wellness experiences to relax, we have it all. Why not try a vineyard safari, feed some giraffes, or become a steamtrain driver? Get creative and try your hand at glassblowing or blacksmithing, or just relax with sunrise meditation or sunset kayak safari. This is the place to try something new and have an experience you will never forget!

And with these experiences listed below, there's always something a little bit different. It's not your run-of-the-mill day out, it's something that you'll be talking about for years. So, are you ready to make some memories?

Keep an eye out for the blue Geopark Discovery Experiences stamp! These are extra special experiences that help tell the story of our UNESCO Geopark.

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Boasting over 20 miles of coastline, glorious beaches, cliffs and hidden coves, the English Riviera offers visitors a wealth of natural delights as well as an explosion of fun-filled activities and family-focused attractions.
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.
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Places to Eat on the English Riviera

Eating out on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, will guarantee you some memorable gastronomic experiences. Named England’s Seafood Coast, you can enjoy the day’s catch on tables both grand and homely across Torbay.

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The Ghost Walk - Kents Cavern

Address

91 Ilsham Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2JF

Telephone
01803 215136

caves@kents-cavern.co.uk

Torquay

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15 Oct 2026to18 Oct 2026

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22 Oct 2026to25 Oct 2026

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29 Oct 2026to30 Oct 2026

For thousands of years, humans have shared their homes with stories of ghosts, spirits and the things that linger beyond our world. Now, as Halloween approaches, the spirit of the season comes alive in the ancient darkness of Kents Cavern.
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Halloween

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15 Feb 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

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1 Nov 2026to23 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

Cary Arms - The Agatha Christie Experience/Curated Stay

Address

The Cary Arms, Beach Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

Telephone
01803 327110

enquiries@caryarms.co.uk

Torquay

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15 Feb 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

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1 Nov 2026to23 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

The Agatha Christie Experience
A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime
Step into the pages of history and mystery with a two-night literary escape on the English Riviera.
Follow in the footsteps of Agatha Christie — from the elegant…

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Local Culture

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Coasteering Geopark 5* Grand Tour

Address

Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4SU

Telephone
07723 088292

p.austin@mail.com

Torquay

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1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

Our adventures are all about pushing boundaries, daring each other to go further and yes the banter is top shelf. You will scale cliffs, fall into the water, observe seals, leap from high ledges, balance on ancient plateaus, swim through caves and…

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Coasteering

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Private Geopark and Wildlife Boat Tour - Sea Kayak Torbay

Address

Sea Kayak Torbay, Torquay, Devon, TQ13DD

Telephone
01803 912963

info@seakayaktorbay.co.uk

Torquay

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This bespoke boat tour is a 60-minute non-physical discovery of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark in our 8-seater rigid boat. This slow tour is a chance to get up close to our rocks, caves and wildlife exploring the wilder side of the…

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