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Welcome to the Torbay Sea Angling Festival The long established event attracts well over 3,250…
The Improvised Murder Mystery – a classic murder mystery created on the spot in this ingenious and…
“Chin Music” has two meanings. One is idle talk. The other is a brushback throw in baseball or…
5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots,…
Torbay Steam Fair in South Devon provides three days of attractions for the whole family and has…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. Discover Paignton’s fascinating…
The perfect show for Shakespeare lovers and sceptics alike! Journey to medieval Scotland for this…
WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024. As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV,…
Join us at Paignton Library after hours, as part of the International Agatah Christie Festival. We…
The Wall of Floyd will be bringing you the ultimate rendition of Pink Floyds greatest unforgettable…
“Just because you’re paranoid, doesn’t mean you’re not being followed!” Dom Joly has been off…
Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the Palace stage…
An icy blast had descended on Whitstone Manor in the winter of 1935 as the Oldacre family gathered…
Classic rock anthems, incredible musicians, sensational vocalists and a ROCKTACULAR experience;…
Get ready for a fabulous autumn making adventure at Occombe Farm! Create a stunning Autumnal wreath…
Get ready for a hilarious dining experience filled with chaos and laughter at Faulty Towers!
With the current layout the show is more a part of the Paignton Festival than ever. The display of…
‘You won’t believe your eyes, or ears!’ The closest thing to a young, prime Lionel at the very…
Direct from Canada… Get ready for that “Old Time Rock & Roll” as Classic Seger brings the ultimate…
GetJoin us for The Mia Mamma Come and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with The Mia Mammas at The…
This event is part of the English Riviera Walking Festival. During this walk you’ll hear the…
Join us at Occombe Farm for a whole week of countryside adventures, just for kids! Occombe Kids…
For this show, The All Seasons are joined by their fabulous live band making for an authentic and…
CIRCUS EXTREME PRESENTS: "ROCK IT OUT" – A GROUNDBREAKING NEW SHOW FUSING LIVE ROCK MUSIC AND…
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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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Hollicombe Beach, sits between Torquay and Paignton. With its distinctive red sand backed by tall cliffs it’s a sunbather’s paradise, and there’s a slipway to the beach giving easy access for people of all abilities.
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Beach
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- Dogs-Accepted - Not in Summer
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
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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Unique Experience
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Oyster Cove is an attractive beach which is very popular with local people. The beach is located along the South West Coast path to the south. At low tides there are many rock pools to explore.
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Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
8 Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AFTelephone
01803 525586Paignton
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- 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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Amusement Parks and Arcades
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
Totnes Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 7EUPAIGNTON
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- 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…
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Parkland/Woodland Garden
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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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- 28 June 2025
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- 27 July 2025
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- 24 Aug 2025
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The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
01803 524950Goodrington Sands, Paignton
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- 28 June 2025
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- 27 July 2025
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- 24 Aug 2025
Join us for a captivating half-day Kayak Safari within the stunning English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.
Our experienced guides will take you on an awe-inspiring kayak journey through which you will travel across almost 400 million years of…Type
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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age) - Minimum age: 8 Years
Key Features
- Groups
Establishment Features
- Cater for groups
- Cater for school groups - We can provide adventure activity days for youth groups, with activities including kayaking, paddleboarding, coasteering, archery, bushcraft and more! We offer preferential youth group rates.
- Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties
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- 1 Dec 2024to31 Dec 2025
Paignton
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- 1 Dec 2024to31 Dec 2025
The circuit is the only outdoor closed road circuit in Devon and Cornwall and can accommodate amateur and professional cycling and a range of other sporting activities.
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Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre
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- 21 July 2025
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- 28 July 2025
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- 5 Aug 2025
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- 11 Aug 2025
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- 18 Aug 2025
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- 25 Aug 2025
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Reach Outdoors, The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
01803 524950Goodrington Sands, Paignton
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- 21 July 2025
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- 28 July 2025
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- 25 Aug 2025
Embark on a scenic and thrilling half day coastal Paddleboard adventure along South Devon's stunning coastline. Lead by an experienced guide, you'll improve your paddling skills and develop new techniques. Enabling you to feel safe and empowered as…
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Paddleboarding
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