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Prepare for a hilarious and uproarious family farce penned by James Barry. This theatrical…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. This is the walk which keeps on…
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of one of the biggest bands…
Hadestown: Teen Edition https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co…
Musings and Lyrics: An intimate evening of songs, stories and silliness in the company of Nik…
With the current layout the show is more a part of the Paignton Festival than ever. The display of…
Go West - We Close Our Eyes... And Other Stories An Intimate Evening with singer, Peter Cox Go West…
In A Big Country, an evening with Big Country’s Bruce Watson Big Country founder and guitarist,…
What better way to celebrate the birthday of Agatha Christie than at this stunning and unique…
🔥 New look. Same fire. All Tina. 🔥 Get ready for an unforgettable night as Tina Live – The Tina…
Folk Rock Pioneers – Steeleye Span – in Concert 2026 Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye…
Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience;…
The Wall Of Floyd are an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England…
Fireball Open Meeting Paignton SC is looking forward to hosting a combined open meeting for…
Welcome to the Torbay Half Marathon and 10k on the English Riviera. Be part of something special as…
Jekyll and Hyde: A very sensible farce! Step into the shadowy, fog-drenched streets of Victorian…
Chuckl. Paignton with Marcus Brigstocke, Hal Cruttenden, Paul McCaffrey and Tony Marrese Get ready…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
Toads Stage Musical Company return to the Palace Theatre, following their success with “Everybody’s…
Stalls will vary but normally include local produce, arts and crafts, pottery, jewellery etc…
5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots,…
Guided tours available of a Medieval Tudor property and Paignton's oldest house.
Direct from London’s West End… Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox…
WALLEN and COMBS – Two Modern Country Icons… One Spectacular Live Concert! Get ready for a night…
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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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8 Ball Bar & Sports in Paignton
Watch live sports, play traditional pub games and eat & drink.
8 Ball Bar & Sports is a thriving sports bar/pub in the heart of Preston, Paignton. A popular destination for locals, tourists, and those who love to…Type
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Snooker, Billiards and Pool
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Get up close with the giraffes and help out with their feeding time. You’ll have the chance to chat with one of Paignton Zoo's knowledgeable keepers and learn all about each individual giraffe from the people that know them the best!
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Unique Experience
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Penwill Way, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5JRTelephone
01803 522240Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Located in the heart of Paignton we are a leisure centre offering a 25m swimming pool as well as a trainer pool, 120 station gym, including Queenax Rig, sports hall, 4 squash courts,a friendly onsite café and even a Velopark!
There is also a…
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Sport/Leisure Centre
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 Lupton Trust was formed by a group of local people to breathe life back into Lupton House – an old empty school, gardens and woods in Brixham. By pooling the communities’ enthusiasm, skills, expertise and knowledge to deliver a space for the…
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Historic House/Palace
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Torquay Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ3 2TFPAIGNTON
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Oldway gardens are beautiful grade ll heritage gardens to found in Paignton in the heart of the English Riviera. The gardens and Oldway Mansion are often referred to as the Jewel in the Crown of Torbay. This 17 acre garden, which is open to the…
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Garden
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
77-79 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AJTelephone
01803 665191Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Located in Torbay Road, Paignton, convenient for the Vue Cinema and Paignton Promenade/Beach.
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Amusement Parks and Arcades
Address
Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
01803 207797Paignton
Goodrington’s Youngs Park is a natural habitat for swans, geese and wild birds and is perfect for family picnics with children of all ages plus the family dog. Enjoy the Boating Lake (where model boat enthusiasts are often launching their…
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Historic Garden
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
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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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