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Christmas Wreath Making Workshop - Occombe Farm

Join us at Occombe Farm this festive season to create a stunning traditional Christmas wreath!…

The Sign of Four, Palace Theatre, Paignton

“When you have eliminated the impossible then whatever remains, however improbable, must be the…

Death Amid the Winter Snow - An Original Classic Period Whonunnit, Palace Theatre, Paignton

An icy blast had descended on Whitstone Manor in the winter of 1935 as the Oldacre family gathered…

Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations…

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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. Oyster Cove, Paignton, Devon
      Oyster Cove, Paignton, Devon
      Oyster Cove, Paignton, Devon
      Oyster Cove, Paignton, Devon
      Oyster Cove, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT

      Telephone

      01803 207975

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      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.

      Type

      Type:

      Beach

      Establishment Features

      • Dogs-Accepted
      • Dogs Welcomed
    2. Preston Sands Paignton
      View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NU

      Telephone

      01803 555729

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?

      Type

      Type:

      Beach

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    3. 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

    4. 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.

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      Type:

      Canal / Waterway / Marina

    5. 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

    6. Donkeys at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Donkeys at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Occombe Goat, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Guinea pig, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
      Children playing at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Slide, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
      Freshly prepared food at Occombe Farm Cafe, alfresco dining, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      All-weather indoor play area at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Sheep at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Donkeys at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Occombe Goat, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Guinea pig, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
      Children playing at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Slide, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
      Freshly prepared food at Occombe Farm Cafe, alfresco dining, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      All-weather indoor play area at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
      Sheep at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
        1  Jan

      Address

      Preston Down Road, Preston, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1RN

      Telephone

      01803 696250

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    7. Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon
      Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon
      Peacock
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Slender tailed meerkat in sunshine, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Sumatran tiger at Paignton Zoo
      Ring tailed lemurs, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Black rhino, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Komodo dragon, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon
      Peacock
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Slender tailed meerkat in sunshine, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Sumatran tiger at Paignton Zoo
      Ring tailed lemurs, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Black rhino, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
      Komodo dragon, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

      Telephone

      01803 697500

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      VISIT PAIGNTON ZOO FOR AN INSPIRING DAY OUT…
      With thousands of astonishing animals amid 80 acres of glorious gardens, Paignton Zoo offers a fantastic day out in South Devon!

      Discover gorillas, orangutans, giraffes, tigers, red pandas, and rhinos as…

      Type

      Type:

      Zoo

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    8. Exterior, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Exterior, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Exterior, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Audience, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Exterior, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Exterior, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Audience, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
      Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon
        2  Jan

      Address

      Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3HF

      Telephone

      01803 665800

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      2 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Take your seats and let the show begin as the curtain rises at one of Devon’s favourite community theatres.

      With performances and events running 50 weeks of the year you will be sure to find something to suit your tastes, from popular dramas to…

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      Type:

      Theatre

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    9. 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.

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      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
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