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Viva La Vida - The Greatest Hits of Coldplay, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR 2025 ‘Absolute Paradise For Coldplay Fans’ The closest thing you will…

The Dolly Show, Palace Theatre, Paignton

As seen on BBC ONE, ITV This Morning, Channel 5, Sky, ITV London; featured in The Times, Daily Mail…

Torbay Sea Angling Festival, Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, Devon

Welcome to the Torbay Sea Angling Festival ​The long established event attracts well over 3,250…

Robinson Crusoe Panto Palace Theatre

PANTO 2025! This is PPP’s 90th production and for the very first time we bring Robinson Crusoe and…

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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. Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Fishing Trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      See dolphins on a trip with Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Boy Richard fishing trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Fishing Trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      See dolphins on a trip with Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Boy Richard fishing trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
        1  Apr

      Address

      PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6AG

      Telephone

      01803 529147

      PAIGNTON

      Dates

      From:
      1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025

      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Boat Trip

    2. Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
      Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
      Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
      Swimming pool
      Cafe
      Studio
      Sauna and Steam room
      Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
      Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton, Devon
      Swimming pool
      Cafe
      Studio
      Sauna and Steam room
        1  Jan

      Address

      Penwill Way, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5JR

      Telephone

      01803 522240

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Sport/Leisure Centre

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    3. Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Paignton Zoo
      People looking across an enclosure to a giraffe at Paignton Zoo
      Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Paignton Zoo
      People looking across an enclosure to a giraffe at Paignton Zoo
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

      Telephone

      01803 697500

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Learn all about life at Paignton Zoo and discover what it’s like to be a zookeeper with our ‘Keeper for a day’ experience.

      Type

      Type:

      Unique Experience

    4. 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.

    5. Bar at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Bar at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Pool table at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Pool tables at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Interior 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Bar at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Pool table at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Pool tables at 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      Interior 8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
      8 Ball Bar & Sports, Manor Corner, Preston, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      3 Manor Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2JB

      Telephone

      01803 906575

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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

      Type:

      Snooker, Billiards and Pool

    6. Oldway Gardens, Paignton, Devon
      Oldway Gardens, Paignton, Devon
      Oldway Gardens, Paignton, Devon
      Oldway Gardens, Paignton, Devon
      Oldway Gardens, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Torquay Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ3 2TF

      PAIGNTON

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Garden

      Establishment Features

      • Dogs-Accepted
      • Dogs Welcomed
    7. Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
      Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
      Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

      Telephone

      01803 665485

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Seaside Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.

      Type

      Type:

      Beach

      Establishment Features

      • Dogs-Accepted - Year round on North Sands. Not in Summer on South Sands
      • Dogs Welcomed

      Parking & Transport

      • Parking On Site
      • On-Site Parking

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    8. Primley Woods and Park, Paignton, Devon
      Primley Woods and Park, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Totnes Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 7EU

      PAIGNTON

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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…

      Type

      Type:

      Parkland/Woodland Garden

    9. Kayakers in the sea, English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.
      Kayakers in the sea, English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6JF

      Telephone

      01803 207975

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      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

      Type:

      Beach

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