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The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! “The Zoots…
Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote returns to Torquay with an interactive screening of…
Roberta Calamari is BACK, baby! Join us at Harley's American Bar & Grill for our Drag Bingo…
As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s number one boy band, The Take That Experience …
Panto time? Oh Yes It Is! Hot Rock Productions is excited to be bringing to stage our fun-filled…
The Donut Duathlon takes advantage of the Torbay Velopark to offer a fast, flat and completely…
‘You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!’ The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel at the very…
Hadestown: Teen Edition https://www.palacetheatrepaignton.co…
The BIG VW Camp Out is the ultimate weekend getaway for Volkswagen lovers! Join a community of VW…
Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - An afternoon of treats and intrigue! Join Moonstone Theatre Company…
Direct from London’s West End… Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox…
Novice Dance Festival 2026 Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March. Session tickets session one…
One Night Only through the decades (Curledge Street Academy) March 30 @ 18:00 to 19:30 £5 Curledge…
The 80s Movie Mixtape is a concert experience like no other! Join us as we take you on a journey…
Our Olympic format mixed Team Relay Triathlon returns for a 3rd year. We start the swim in waves…
Three women. Three lives. One fight! Tina is a devoted mother, Rachel, a career driven…
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Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…
The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. From…
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,…
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of one of the biggest bands…
Toads Stage Musical Company return to the Palace Theatre, following their success with “Everybody’s…
Bell Bottom Georgie, the UK’s ultimate tribute to Lainey Wilson Step into the world of Bell Bottom…
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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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For over 60 years the Lane family and their crew have operated pleasure and fishing boats in Torbay and on the River Dart.
Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferries aim to give all a memorable experience on the water with a wealth of knowledge about…
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Boat Trip
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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 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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Penwill Way, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 5JPPAIGNTON
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- 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…
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Natural Wildlife Site
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Vue Cinema Torbay
At Vue Cinema Paignton, Devon you'll find the most up-to-date movies, reviews, film times for the week's hottest new releases and online ticket bookings to help you secure the best seats in the house.
This perfectly situated…
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Cinema
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Famous for its long, sandy beaches, paddler-friendly waters and a colourful, bustling pier, Paignton remains a popular, traditional seaside resort.
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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
Address
Preston Down Road, Preston, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1RNTelephone
01803 696250Paignton
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- 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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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 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?
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Beach
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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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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