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The 80s Movie Mixtape is a concert experience like no other! Join us as we take you on a journey…
Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday by becoming a regency debonair in this fun fan and dance…
The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and…
The Gooseberry Pie Fair is a village fair with a lot of history, dating back over 150 years. The…
Take on the Shiver Me Timbers 8 mile trail event along the Coast Path in Torbay. Your hunt for the…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
Splashdown Quaywest comes alive this Christmas as the Paignton waterpark is set to feature their…
The Bootleg Beach Boys are visiting the UK as part of their world tour with a limited number of…
Two shows in one night from two cult musical comedy films! Described as ‘absolutely amazing’ and…
Swing from Paris are an all-string jazz quartet of violin (Fenner Curtis), guitars (Andy Bowen and…
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…
Join Moonstone Theatre Company to help them solve a mystery, whilst enjoying a fabulous afternoon…
PANTO 2025! This is PPP’s 90th production and for the very first time we bring Robinson Crusoe and…
Torbay Steam Fair in South Devon provides three days of attractions for the whole family and has…
Join us for our Family Fun Day which promises to have something for everyone. With various stalls,…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
Join us for a truly inspirational evening in the company of one of Britain’s most admired sporting…
Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show…
The extraordinary lessons learned from animals and Noel’s unexpected gift for music-with his…
We are pleased to announce that you can now register interest for the 72nd festival taking place in…
Welcome to the Torbay Half Marathon and 10k on the English Riviera. Be part of something special as…
Join The Sounds of the 70’s for their unforgettable live show, as they perform the sounds of Abba,…
The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us.…
Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here! ‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was…
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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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Paignton Harbour nestles on the western shores of Tor Bay, situated midway between Torquay and Brixham harbours. Its understated beauty and authentic ‘fishing haven’ feel are often overlooked by visitors to the area.
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Canal / Waterway / Marina
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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77-79 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AJTelephone
01803 665191Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Located in Torbay Road, Paignton, convenient for the Vue Cinema and Paignton Promenade/Beach.
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Amusement Parks and Arcades
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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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Beach
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- Dogs-Accepted
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
The Esplanade, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AGTelephone
0345 308 4620Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JTTelephone
01803 842226Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Battlefield Live an exciting infra red combat game using sensor recognition and up to the second feedback provided by your gun, it’s next generation gaming and it’s here on a superbly designed 3 acre Battlefield in Torbay.
Its the closest thing to…
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Outdoor Pursuits
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
81-89 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AJTelephone
01803 557003Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
If you fancy your luck on the 2p machines or want to win your favourite teddy on the grabber, Leisure 2000 has a huge selection of games. You will be spoilt for choice, from F1 racing, to adult only slot machines with jackpots of up to £500!
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Amusement Parks and Arcades
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- 1 Mar 2025to23 Dec 2025
Address
Sandridge Barton, Waddeton Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RLStoke Gabriel, Totnes
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- 1 Mar 2025to23 Dec 2025
A guided trip to our vineyard and back through our winery with tastings along the way.
Our biggest tour offers a full insight into how we produce our award-winning wines, starting in the vineyard and going all the way through to the winery.
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Unique Experience
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- Parking On Site
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Saltern Cove is one of the SSSI designate site in the English Riviera Geopark and a Local Nature Reserve. Unique in Britain, this nature reserve extends underwater to a point 376 metres below the…Type
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Beach
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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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