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Renowned as the original and very best Bee Gees tribute show, and THE ONLY Bee Gees tribute show…
Torbay School of Dance - Let's Dance December 6 @ 19:00 to 21:30 £10 – £15 Torbay School of…
5 Days of free children's entertainment on Paignton Green. Including Craft activities, Mascots,…
Simon Evans is Back! Waaaay back… With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer…
The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and…
Two shows in one night from two cult musical comedy films! Described as ‘absolutely amazing’ and…
Join Moonstone Theatre Company to help them solve a mystery, whilst enjoying a fabulous afternoon…
Argentine Tango King and Strictly Come Dancing legend, Vincent Simone, returns to the Palace stage…
We can’t wait to bring our foot-stomping, sing-a-long anthems back to Redcliffe Hotel for our…
Join us at Occombe Farm this festive season to create a stunning traditional Christmas wreath!…
The Zoots are coming back to Paignton and they‘re bringing the Sounds of the Sixties! “The Zoots…
Step into the glamorous world of Agatha Christie for an evening of mystery, elegance, and intrigue…
Chuckl. Paignton. Live at The Palace Theatre Join Chuckl. for a night of top-tier stand-up comedy…
This totally traffic-free venue is the perfect way for anyone to start in the sport of triathlon,…
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BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of one of the biggest bands…
Get ready for the udderly cheeky, naughtiest version of Jack and the Beanstalk you’ve ever dared to…
It’s time for the princesses to step aside as the Villains are unleashed!This devilishly fun show…
Legally Blond Jr from Theatre Train
WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024. As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV,…
Celebrate autumn at our Apple Harvest, a 2-day event brimming with wholesome family fun. Immerse…
Plan Your Dream Wedding at The Esplanade Hotel! 💍✨ Join us for our Wedding Fayre on October 5th,…
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil…
Create a beautiful Christmas wreath to hang on your door or above your fireplace. Come and join us…
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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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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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- Dogs-Accepted - Not in Summer
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Paignton Seafront, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AGTelephone
01803 207797Paignton
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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
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- 1 Mar 2025to23 Dec 2025
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Waddeton Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RLTelephone
01803 732203Totnes
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- 1 Mar 2025to23 Dec 2025
The Sandridge Barton Estate is located on the east bank of the River Dart, just south of Stoke Gabriel, where we grow grapes, produce wine, run tours and tastings, have woodland walks and our own onsite restaurant called Circa.
It’s a very special…
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- Dog Friendly
- Dogs-Accepted
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- Parking On Site
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- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
BRIXHAM
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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…
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Paignton
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Famous for its long, sandy beaches, paddler-friendly waters and a colourful, bustling pier, Paignton remains a popular, traditional seaside resort.
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PAIGNTON
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Scadson Woods is a picturesque woodland situated between Occombe and Cockington. It is rife with wildlife including badgers, rabbits and even roe deer have been spotted here! With over 13 acres of woodlands, you can explore until your feet are sore!…
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Paignton Beach offers the ultimate family day out at the seaside. With a sandy beach, safe swimming and a whole host of activities to enjoy, this promises to be a fun day out for all the family.
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Beach
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- Dogs-Accepted - Not in summer
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- Parking On Site
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- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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- 1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
0844 474 2233Paignton
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- 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.
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Environmental Attraction
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Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EUTelephone
01803 697500Paignton
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Learn all about life at Paignton Zoo and discover what it’s like to be a zookeeper with our ‘Keeper for a day’ experience.
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