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Fireball Open Meeting Paignton SC is looking forward to hosting a combined open meeting for…
From Seal to Frankie Goes to Hollywood, from ABC to Yes, from Grace Jones to Belle and Sebastian,…
🎪 Welcome to FamFest Live – The Ultimate Family Festival Experience! 🎉 ❤️ Kids Go Free (Under…
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab…
The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! “The Zoots…
JIMMY TARBUCK OBE, one of the most popular household names from the golden era of British stand up,…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. Discover Paignton’s fascinating…
Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience;…
An Evening with Henry Cole hosted by his good friend and renowned prankster Steve ‘Stravos’ Parrish…
Paignton Sailing Club - Taser National Championships (awaiting further details)
Torbay Steam Fair in South Devon provides three days of attractions for the whole family and has…
** 2027 ** Endorsed by Dolly Parton on BBC’ The One Show stating “I wish them the best and I…
The Wall Of Floyd are an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England…
Direct from London’s West End… Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox…
Jekyll and Hyde: A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian…
We are pleased to announce that you can now register interest for the 74th festival taking place in…
A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with ‘Britain’s best-loved…
Yeehaw, cowboys and cowgirls! Saddle up for a boot-stompin’ night of Cold Beer, Fried Chicken, and…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
The Agatha Christie Sea Swim will be returning with a brand-new format over the weekend of Saturday…
Two shows in one night from two cult musical comedy films! Described as ‘absolutely amazing’ and…
Join us for a truly inspirational evening in the company of one of Britain’s most admired sporting…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. This delightful corner of the English…
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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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Paignton
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Oyster Cove is an attractive beach which is very popular with local people. The beach is located along the South West Coast path to the south. At low tides there are many rock pools to explore.
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Beach
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- Dogs-Accepted
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
VISIT PAIGNTON ZOO FOR AN INSPIRING DAY OUT…
With thousands of astonishing animals amid 80 acres of glorious gardens, Paignton Zoo offers a fantastic day out in South Devon!Discover gorillas, orangutans, giraffes, tigers, red pandas, and rhinos as…
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Zoo
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
BRIXHAM
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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…
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Parkland/Woodland Garden
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- 1 Mar 2026to30 Nov 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Mar 2026to30 Nov 2026
A beautiful old style 18 hole crazy golf course set in a picturesque small leisure park only 150m from Goodrington Sands
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Golf Course
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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
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- 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.
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Animals & Nature
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Elberry Cove is a romantic impressive shingle beach with beautiful cystal blue clear waters a little gem in English Riveria, which is reached by a footpath from Broadsands beach. This is a beautiful beach in an idyllic rural setting.
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Type:
Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Totnes Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 7EUPAIGNTON
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The park is edged all around by trees sheltering it away from the town and, once inside, you can walk around the meadow and woodland and feel removed from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The meadow gives the park its name as it comes from the…
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Parkland/Woodland Garden
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 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.
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Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - Not in Summer
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Preston Down Road, Preston, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1RNTelephone
01803 696250Paignton
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- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Occombe Farm – Indoor Play, Outdoor Adventure & Animal Encounters on the English Riviera
Occombe Farm is a unique all-weather family attraction in Paignton, on the English Riviera. It’s where play, nature and animals come together for an…
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Farm
Children & Infants
- Accept children all ages
- Facilities for children
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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