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Autumn Wreath Making Workshop - Occombe Farm

Get ready for a fabulous autumn making adventure at Occombe Farm! Create a stunning Autumnal wreath…

Just Macbeth, Palace Theatre, Paignton

The perfect show for Shakespeare lovers and sceptics alike! Journey to medieval Scotland for this…

Wicked Afternoon Tea, The Mercure, Paignton, Devon

‘Let All Oz Be Agreed, I’m Wicked Through and Through….’ Our Chef Zibi has conjured up some…

Sound and Vision - A Tribute to David Bowie, Palace Theatre, Paignton

Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here! ‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was…

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  1. Family Days Out
    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.
  2. Excursions, Day Trips & Tours
    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.
  3. Beaches
    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.
  4. On The Water
    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.
  5. Animals & Wildlife
    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.
  6. Explore The Coast
    The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, secluded coves, historic viaducts and wooded areas.
  7. Art & Culture
    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.
  8. Boat Trips & Ferries
    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. Youngs Park

      Address

      Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LP

      Telephone

      01803 207797

      Paignton

      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Historic Garden

    2. Seashore Centre
      Seashore Centre
      Seashore Centre
      Seashore Centre
      Seashore Centre
        1  Apr

      Address

      Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LS

      Telephone

      01803 520022

      Goodrington, Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Apr 2025to30 Sept 2025Various 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

    3. Global Geopark - Paignton
        1  Jan

      Address

      Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LP

      Telephone

      0844 474 2233

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      In 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 8 sites in the UK and Ireland to hold this special status.

      Type

      Type:

      Environmental Attraction

    4. Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
      Battlefield Live, nr Brixham, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JT

      Telephone

      01803 842226

      Brixham

      Dates

      From:
      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Outdoor Pursuits

    5. A man working as a steam train driver, Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company. The Footplate Experience. Paignton to Kingswear.
      A man working as a steam train driver, Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company. The Footplate Experience. Paignton to Kingswear.
      Steam Train passing through Goodrington, Murder on the Riviera Express, part of the International Agatha Christie Festival, Paignton, Devon
      The Goliath vintage steam train engine with carriages travelling through the English Riviera Countryside. Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company.
      A man looks out of the cabin of a vintage locomotive. Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company. English Riviera.
      A man working as a steam train driver, Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company. The Footplate Experience. Paignton to Kingswear.
      Steam Train passing through Goodrington, Murder on the Riviera Express, part of the International Agatha Christie Festival, Paignton, Devon
      The Goliath vintage steam train engine with carriages travelling through the English Riviera Countryside. Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company.
      A man looks out of the cabin of a vintage locomotive. Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company. English Riviera.
        10  Feb

      Address

      Dartmouth Steam Railway, Queen's Park Station, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF

      Telephone

      01803 555872

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      10 Feb 2025to2 Nov 2025

      Treat someone (or even yourself) to an unforgettable experience - enjoying the amazing viewpoint of the open locomotive. You'll observe and understand what all the jobs involve and don't forget to bring your camera along to capture the moment you…

      Type

      Type:

      Unique Experience

    6. The Grove, Churston and Marridge Woods, Churston, Nr Brixham, Devon
      The Grove, Churston and Marridge Woods, Churston, Nr Brixham, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 8LH

      Telephone

      01803 520022

      BRIXHAM

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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

    7. Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour boat trips
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour boat trips
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT

      Telephone

      01803 208443

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025

      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.

      Type

      Type:

      Canal / Waterway / Marina

    8. Paignton
      Paignton
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AG

      Telephone

      0844 474 22 33

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Famous for its long, sandy beaches, paddler-friendly waters and a colourful, bustling pier, Paignton remains a popular, traditional seaside resort.

    9. Enterprise Amusements, Paignton, Devon
      Enterprise Amusements, Paignton, Devon
      Enterprise Amusements, Paignton, Devon
      Enterprise Amusements, Paignton, Devon
      Enterprise Amusements, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      8 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF

      Telephone

      01803 525586

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Pop down to Enterprise Amusements arcade on Torbay Road to try your luck with the huge selection of games to choose from. The air conditioned family arcade has redemption prizes, video games, pushers and cranes

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      Type:

      Amusement Parks and Arcades

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