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WALLEN and COMBS – Two Modern Country Icons… One Spectacular Live Concert! Get ready for a night…
🔥 New look. Same fire. All Tina. 🔥 Get ready for an unforgettable night as Tina Live – The Tina…
50 years since ABBA’s iconic ‘Arrival’ Album first lit up the charts, the multi-award-winning show…
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
“Not music being written but music being made” – Bruce Springsteen. The Seeger Sessions Revival –…
The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! “The Zoots…
Our Olympic format mixed Team Relay Triathlon returns for a 3rd year. We start the swim in waves…
The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. From…
What if everything you’ve been told is a lie? The Forbidden Realm of Conspiracies:…
Prepare for a hilarious and uproarious family farce penned by James Barry. This theatrical…
Crammed with singalong hits, The All Seasons is a West End experience. Young, vibrant and talented;…
Go West - We Close Our Eyes... And Other Stories An Intimate Evening with singer, Peter Cox Go West…
The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and…
At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually…
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…
The Wall Of Floyd are an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England…
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of one of the biggest bands…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. This delightful corner of the English…
Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience;…
The Doobie Experience is the UK’s ultimate tribute to the legendary Doobie Brothers, delivering a…
Fasten your seatbelts – the Starman is here! ‘Sound & Vision – A tribute to David Bowie’ was…
An Evening with Henry Cole hosted by his good friend and renowned prankster Steve ‘Stravos’ Parrish…
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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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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JTTelephone
01803 845909Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Cayman golf is a family run business, which has been cleverly designed to create a short 18 hole (par71) golf course, built in 9 acres of picturesque Devon countryside on the outskirts of Brixham.
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Type:
Golf Course
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026
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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Type:
Canal / Waterway / Marina
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Preston Down Road, Preston, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1RNTelephone
01803 696250Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 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…
Type
Type:
Farm
Children & Infants
- Accept children all ages
- 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…
Type
Type:
Historic House/Palace
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
59-61 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AJTelephone
01803 556562Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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.
As you arrive in the seaside resort of…Type
Type:
Amusement Parks and Arcades
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
81-89 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AJTelephone
01803 557003Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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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Type:
Amusement Parks and Arcades
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 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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Type:
Unique Experience
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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- 1 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Paignton Seafront, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AGTelephone
01803 207797Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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- 1 Mar 2026to31 Dec 2026
Great free attraction on Paignton seafront. An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
The park is designed around the English Riviera’s geological history. The toddler area represents the Devonian Period when the area was south of the…Type
Type:
Adventure Park/Playground
Dates
- From:
- 15 Feb 2026to2 Nov 2026
Address
Queen's Park Station, Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AFTelephone
01803555872Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 15 Feb 2026to2 Nov 2026
A warm welcome awaits you at Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boats. We provide steam train travel, river and sea cruises across the English Riviera and along the beautiful river Dart in South Devon. The stunning Train of Lights and famous Santa…
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Type:
Steam Railway
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.None
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