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Hadestown: Teen Edition https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. This delightful corner of the English…
What better way to celebrate the birthday of Agatha Christie than at this stunning and unique…
Jekyll and Hyde: A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian…
Take on the Shiver Me Timbers 8 mile trail event along the Coast Path in Torbay. Your hunt for the…
Kirkham House This well-preserved late medieval house, built of local stone, lies near the centre…
Yeehaw, cowboys and cowgirls! Saddle up for a boot-stompin’ night of Cold Beer, Fried Chicken, and…
‘You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!’ The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel at the very…
In Association with Torbay Armed Forces Weekend, sponsored by Torbay Veterans Breakfast Club and…
The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…
With the current layout the show is more a part of the Paignton Festival than ever. The display of…
The Wall Of Floyd are an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England…
Go West - We Close Our Eyes... And Other Stories An Intimate Evening with singer, Peter Cox Go West…
Monthly talks with interesting folk on fabulous subjects! A time to socialise, discuss and learn…
Folk Rock Pioneers – Steeleye Span – in Concert 2026 Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye…
As part of this year's Agatha Christie Festival, audiences are invited to experience a rare…
Dubs at the Beach (DATB) is a one day Volkswagen show that takes place along a designated area of…
Join us for another incredible Library Late at Paignton Library. Start the evening with some Line…
Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here! ‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was…
The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! “The Zoots…
In A Big Country, an evening with Big Country’s Bruce Watson Big Country founder and guitarist,…
Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Torquay with an interactive screening of…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
Musings and Lyrics: An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik…
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As well as the stunning coastline and beautiful beaches, the English Riviera has endless options for family fun including underground caverns, a magnificent model village, a steam train, a world-class zoo, an historic funicular railway, an 800 year old Abbey, a huge waterpark, a historic pier, Agatha Christie’s famous riverside residence and much more.- The English Riviera is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark in South Devon. It is one of only eight in the UK and 140 in the world. A geopark is an area of globally recognised unique geological interest with fascinating landscape, coastlines and places.
- The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, rocky outcrops, secluded coves, historic viaducts, elevated cliff tops, rockpools and wooded areas. And Devon’s famous English Riviera, a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, is the perfect base to experience it all.
- The English Riviera is set around a large horseshoe shaped bay and sheltered by the rolling hills of Dartmoor - both of which provides a warm microclimate, and safe, shallow waters. Our long sandy beaches, secluded coves and crystal clear waters create a mediterrean vibe, and mean that water-based activities are the favourite thing to do for both locals and visitors here in Devon's Beautiful Bay.
- If you love animals and wildlife then Devon’s English Riviera has a host of attractions just for you. There are lots of places to explore that will create wonderful memories to take home.
- The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, secluded coves, historic viaducts and wooded areas.
- Beyond the wilds and beauty of Tor Bay’s iconic coastline lies a vibrant arts and culture scene of unique museums, diverse theatres and creative festivals.
- Devon’s beautiful English Riviera is set within a sheltered bay with stunning coastal scenery. The rich geological landscape is so unique that it has received international recognition and is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, one of only 8 in the UK and 140 in the world.
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- 1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Address
Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LSTelephone
01803 520022Goodrington, Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
The Seashore Centre is a great base from which to explore Torbay’s stunning marine environment and discover more about local wildlife and the Geopark.
Type
Type:
Animals & Nature
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
BRIXHAM
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The woods are mostly set around a valley so there are some steep hills as well as rocky, muddy footpaths which become slippery when wet and may not be suitable for those who are less mobile.
With over 100 acres to explore, a network of footpaths…
Type
Type:
Parkland/Woodland Garden
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Seaside Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.
Type
Type:
Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - Year round on North Sands. Not in Summer on South Sands
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Hollicombe Beach, sits between Torquay and Paignton. With its distinctive red sand backed by tall cliffs it’s a sunbather’s paradise, and there’s a slipway to the beach giving easy access for people of all abilities.
Type
Type:
Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - Not in Summer
Dates
- From:
- 18 Apr 2026to7 Sept 2026
Address
Goodrington Sands, Paignton, DEVON, TQ4 6LNTelephone
+44 01803 555550Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 18 Apr 2026to7 Sept 2026
The largest outdoor waterpark is BIGGER than ever! Enjoy new additions 3Fall, a thrilling 3-lane headfirst slide, and explore Shipwreck Island, an aquaplay paradise for kids under 12!
Get ready for an unforgettable day at the largest outdoor…Type
Type:
Adventure Park/Playground
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Group discounts available for groups 10+ For best rates book at least 24 hours in advance. Online booking facility or call 01803 555550
Key Features
- Groups
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?
Type
Type:
Beach
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Penwill Way, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 5JPPAIGNTON
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Clennon Lakes is a nature reserve consisting of manmade lakes created by the council in the 1980s. They are the most important wetland site on the English Riviera and home to many species found nowhere else in the Bay. On the lakes, you will find an…
Type
Type:
Natural Wildlife Site
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Learn all about life at Paignton Zoo and discover what it’s like to be a zookeeper with our ‘Keeper for a day’ experience.
Type
Type:
Unique Experience
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 22:00
Address
Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6ADTelephone
+44 01803 525723Price
Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per TicketPaignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 22:00
Experience the adventure of Pirates Bay Adventure Golf
A landscaped, floodlit, 18 hole adventure golf course on Paignton seafront. It's great fun for all the family. Dodge cannonballs and evade the thieving pirates as you navigate the lush carpeted…
Type
Type:
Golf Course
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted
Price
Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket
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