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If there’s one thing that really makes a holiday special, it’s discovering a really good pub or bar! A good pub or bar is at the heart of a great British holiday. Fortunately, in Devon we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to top quality pubs and bars, many with stunning sea and harbour views. Many of the English Riviera pubs and bars are family and dog friendly too, have restaurants, beer gardens and provide regular live music.

So whether you’re looking for a proper ‘olde worlde’ traditional independent pub such as the Queens Arms in Brixham or a buzzing bar like Soho that’s a non-stop party into the small hours, across Torbay, Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham there are over 100 pubs and bars to choose from!

Best Beer, Wine and Cider in the South West!

For the perfect pint head to Torbay where our local brewery, Bays Brewery provides a fantastic choice of award winning craft local ales including Devon Dumpling, Top Sale and Bays Gold, complemented by a very popular Devon Rock Craft Lager.

The full taste of Devon is also on offer accompanied by a choice of local wines, with Sharpham Vineyard near Totnes our local vineyard running tasting tours and vineyard walks operate from March to December. Hunts produce some great local handcrafted Devon cider and have gained a gold award from Food and Drink Devon for their delicious drinks.

Glamorous Cocktail Bars

The English Riviera is home to several glamorous Cocktail Bars including Cru Beach Bar at Abbey Sands on Torquay seafront. Here you can watch some of the country’s top mixologists at work whilst relaxing on the outdoor terrace overlooking the sea!

Some of our popular pubs

The Drum Inn in the heart of Cockington Village is an attractive thatched building and the ultimate traditional British watering hole. This is one for the whole family, offering plenty of affordable, hearty food deals and nutritious child-sized meals for the little ones.

The historic Grade I-listed Churston Court, just a mile from Brixham, was once a favourite of Agatha Christie, the world’s most famous crime writer born in Torquay. Stop for a quiet drink at this quirky establishment where suits of armour stand alongside tapestries, and sample their good selection of fine wines.

At Babbacombe Beach you’ll find The Cary Arms, voted Best Dining Pub in the Taste of the West Awards and offering an amazing waterfront location. The recently refurbished award winning Green Ginger Pub and Bar in Torquay operated by Weatherspoon’s is one of Torquay’s favourite pubs.

Dog friendly

Many Torbay pubs and bars are dog friendly, so there’s no reason why your four-legged friend shouldn’t enjoy a few days away on the English Riviera too.

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The Railway Inn Brixham

Address

Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 0LL

Telephone
01803 844702

info@therailwayinnbrixham.com

BRIXHAM

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

A warm welcome to the Railway Inn, Brixham…
The Railway Inn is a family owned and operated business, located in the heart of the English Riviera. A warm and friendly Devon and welcoming six bedroom hotel, our focus is on delicious, inventive cuisine…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

The Waddling Duck @ Hamiltons

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63 Babbacombe Downs Rd, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LP

Telephone
01803 203778

info@thewaddlingduckbistro.co.uk

Babbacombe, Torquay

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

The Waddling Duck @ Hamiltons
With a bus stop on our doorstep, you'll have no trouble visiting.
A private car park is available for our guests' use.
We are just a two minute walk from Babbacombe Theatre, five minutes away from St Marychurch or a…

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23 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Three Degrees West Torquay

Address

Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LB

Telephone
01803 311202

3dwpr@oddicombebeach.co.uk

Torquay

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23 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Three Degrees West is OPEN from 9am every day up to, and including, Tuesday 23 December
Closed 24 and 25 December
Open at 10am on Boxing Day then open from 9am every day up to, and including, Sunday 4 January 2026

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The Kents Torquay

Address

1 Ilsham Road, Wellswood, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2JG

Telephone
01803 292522

info@thekentstorquay.co.uk

Torquay

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Nestled at the base of the leafy Wellswood area in Torquay, The Kents is a family friendly pub with a reputation for excellent food.
Less than one mile from Torquay Harbour side and 500meters from Kents Cavern, this popular pub offers a range of…

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The Spinning Wheel Inn Paignton

Address

Esplanade Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BE

Telephone
01803 555000

thespinningwheelinn@hotmail.co.uk

Paignton

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Whether you’re peckish or absolutely famished, our extensive menu features a wide array of tasty dishes to suit any diner. If you fancy a nibble or something to start, have a look at our range of starters and tasty bites. If it’s a good feed…

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Vigilance Brixham

Address

5 Bolton Street, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9BZ

Telephone
01803 850489

pwilliams@jdwetherspoon.co.uk

Brixham

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

This is named after the last sailing trawler to be built, in 1926, by Uphams. The Vigilance has since been restored and is once again moored at Brixham. Fishing and Brixham have gone hand in hand for centuries, the industry being a major source of…

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The Haywain Torquay

Address

47 Sherwell Valley Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6EL

Telephone
01803 605158

thehaywaintorquay@gmail.com

Torquay

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

We are a local, family friendly and dog friendly pub at the heart of the community. With pool teams and darts teams playing weekly, karaoke and entertainment including live music monthly, both Sky Sports and BT Sports being shown, there's always…

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Best Western Livermead Cliff Hotel - Afternoon Tea

Address

Sea Front, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6RQ

Telephone
+44 01803 299666

info@livermeadcliff.co.uk

Torquay

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Livermead Cliff Dining

Whether it is a sit down Restaurant Meal in our Sea View Restaurant 'The Oceanic' or a light Lunch on our Riviera Terrace, the Livermead Cliff covers all options. The Riviera Terrace has stunning un-interupted views…

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Richies Indian Restaurant and Takeaway

Address

4 Braddons Hill Road West, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BG

Telephone
07403 695067

joselinrobby@gmail.com

Torquay

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

Richies Indian Restaurant and Takeaway is located in central Torquay, just off the pedestrianised Fleet Street shopping area.
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Excellent authentic food. fabulous service. Go here for a really good tasty meal that is worth the…

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