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Take a closer look at life beyond the kitchen with celebrity chef Mitch Tonks
Life in the busy Devon fishing town of Brixham has always centred around the harbour, where heritage trawlers jostle for space with dayboats heading out to sea for the day’s catch, bringing it home daily to Brixham’s famous Fish Market. Here, in the heart of England’s Seafood Coast, the freshest fish and most delicious seafood is on the menu everywhere.
Brixham is the quintessential English harbour, with a colourful and vibrant feel all year round, making it as ideal for a summer holiday with the kids as it is for a romantic winter break for two, and in close proximity to the its neighbouring Devon resorts of Torquay and Paignton, as well as many other locations on the South Devon coast, it makes a perfect base for exploring the English Riviera.
Yachts galore can be seen at the popular marina and in the outer harbour. Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront promenade and along the half-mile long breakwater with its lighthouse, and then relax on popular Breakwater Beach. Take a dip in Shoalstone pool, the iconic Art Deco seawater lido and enjoy a meal or a cream tea at one of the lovely local cafes, restaurants and pubs, many facing the waterfront.
Brixham is the perfect place for a walkers and a doggy-break with the stunning South West Coast path allowing you to walk through woods and along cliff tops to a variety of local beaches or even all the way to Torquay. Brixham is an important part of the UNESCO accredited English Riviera Global Geopark and you can stroll up to Berry Head National Nature Reserve with its jaw dropping views, Napoleonic forts, fabulous wildlife and welcoming café.
Brixham’s history is filled with pirates and smugglers, and kids of all ages will enjoy Brixham’s swashbucklng Pirate Days. Head for the Old Fish Market during spring and summer to find a whole crew of salty sea dogs waiting to delight children with piratical fun. Children and adults alike will love the full size replica of the Golden Hind that takes pride of place in the Inner Harbour. A picturesque stroll along the waterfront past the Fish Market takes you to Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, on the site of the best-preserved Emergency Battery built along the British coastline in 1940. You’ll find details of this and many other historic Brixham sites on the Brixham Heritage Trail and App. There is plenty more about Brixham’s exciting maritime heritage at the free-entry Brixham Heritage Museum.
You can enjoy regular ferry trips across the beautiful bay to Paignton and Torquay. Many local boat trips can be booked including wildlife sea-faris, fishing trips and beautifully restored heritage sailing vessels. There’s plenty of local wildlife so look out for dolphins and porpoises en route.
Brixham’s festivals and events are legendary with one of the country’s biggest Pirate Festivals attracting thousands of scallywags, Fishstock festival bubbling over with seafood dishes, live music and trawler visits, plus BrixFest that celebrates Brixham’s amazing heritage, a fiercely contested annual Trawler Race and many more. The annual Brixham Pirate Festival takes place each May, where people of young and old will be dressed in their finest pirate fashions, a spectacular sight to see, and visitors are more than welcome to join in the fun.
The fishing industry is thriving here on England’s Seafood Coast, and where better to taste the fresh catch of the day than at one of the town’s many fish restaurants dotted around the harbour?....
With a series of accolades to his name, West Country born Mitch Tonks opened Rockfish in Brixham in April 2015. It is labelled as quite possibly the closest restaurant to its source of fish in the UK.... You can't get much fresher than that! As well as dining in, they offer a takeaway service and an entertainment and events programme.
Why not book an early morning visit to the Fish Market’s daily auction followed by a scrumptious fish breakfast, and walk it all off with a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast?
Book a stay in a pretty 18th century Devon fisherman’s cottage with harbour views, or enjoy the wide choice of other accommodation including some wonderful hotels, inns, bed and breakfasts and self-catering apartments. Character abounds and nowhere is far from the historic centre. Brixham is a hugely popular place to visit on Devon’s breathtakingly beautiful English Riviera. The Berry Head Hotel in Brixham was given a superb review in The Telegraph at the start of the year, described as enjoying 180-degree sea vistas, easy access to the South West Coast Path and unmissable crab sandwiches!
In addition to the town centre car parks, Brixham has an out of town Park and ride which can be especially handy in the high season when the village gets very busy, and when events are taking place: http://www.torbay.gov.uk/roads/travel/brixham-pr
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Brixham
Dartmouth Day Cruise - an exciting day adventure to the lovely historic Port of Dartmouth. Cruising EVERY DAY from1st April to 31st October
Kingswear, Dartmouth
Travel back in time to the Jazz Age at the country home of the D'Oyly Carte family. You can lose yourself in the magical 12-hectare (30-acre) garden: viewpoints give enticing glimpses out to sea, paths weave through glades past tranquil ponds.
Brixham
Greenway Halt
Step back in time to the 1950’s when steam trains were the way to travel…..
If you are interested in visiting Greenway House and Garden, you can now arrive by steam train! Greenway Halt is a brand new stop on our route
Brixham
Running from Churston Station (FREE with valid train ticket). Orange timetable days excluding Fridays and Sundays.
Modern low level bus from Churston Station to the turning bay before National Trust land.
Adult Return £11.50
Concession Return £11…
Brixham
Cayman golf is a family run business, which has been cleverly designed to create a short 18 hole (par71) golf course, built in 9 acres of picturesque Devon countryside on the outskirts of Brixham.
Brixham
Radiating a warmth of its own, Brixham nestles in the rugged cliffs at the southern end of the English Riviera.
Life in Brixham centres around its pretty harbour, where you will absorb the many flavours of the town and its harbour.
Brixham
This is an extraordinary glimpse into the private holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie and her family.
Brixham
A boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best vantage points - the sea! Whether you're looking for a sight-seeing trip, fishing excursion or simply to cross the bay on a ferry, you'll find it all here.
Brixham
The Golden Hind at Brixham, Devon is a full sized replica of one of the most iconic ships from the age of exploration. The Ship has been a feature of picturesque Brixham harbour for over fifty years, entertaining and educating thousands of visitors…
Brixham
Shoalstone Pool is a 53 metre sea water swimming Pool situated in a stunning position on Brixham sea front: one of only a few left in the country. It is built into a natural rock pool that in Victorian times was popular for bathing, and in 1896 two…
Brixham
Along the coast from the busy fishing harbour of Brixham is Shoalstone Beach. This isn’t just a shingle beach, but has a sea water swimming pool too, so still plenty of activities to keep everyone happy.
Brixham
In 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 7 sites in the UK and Ireland to hold this special status.
Brixham
Guided family trips… Skills courses... Overnight Kayak adventures!
There is no better way to explore Devon's stunning coastline than by kayak. Individuals, groups and families are all welcome and no experience is required.
Based in the beautiful…
Brixham
Brixham Marina is in the heart of Brixham, a picturesque Devon town in the wider area of Torbay. Sheltered from the south-westerly winds and offering safe access in all weathers and at all states of the tide, the 485-berth marina is the perfect base…
Brixham
If you are interested in visiting Greenway House and Garden, take a nostalgic trip with us and arrive the way Agatha Christie used to - by steam train!!
Brixham
Brixham Art and Craft Market is held every Saturday from Easter to the end of October, under the Old Fish Market right on the harbour side in the centre of Brixham, transforming the beautiful harbour area into a shoppers' haven.
Brixham
Fishcombe Cove is ideal if you want to escape the crowds. Situated along the coast from Brixham, this small shingle beach is a quiet, peaceful little cove protected on all sides by tall red cliffs.
Brixham
Protecting Brixham Harbour is the massive structure of Brixham Breakwater, stretching for half a mile offshore. It's a pleasant walk along the length, and from the far end you gain a very different perspective of the harbour and town.
Brixham
The Brixham Amateur Swimming & Life Saving Society was formed in the late 1920s after local schools began to teach Admiral Swimming Centre swimming and lifesaving skills at the tidal Shoalstone Seawater Pool.
In the early 70s when it was thought…
Brixham
Brixham Theatre now presents a number of shows, including community shows and hired in professional shows. The theatre is also in the process of being updated, with new facilities and structured plans. It is forging ahead with its ' Creative' Arts…
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