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Brixham is a stunningly beautiful harbourside town on South Devon’s beautiful English Riviera. Life here has always centred around the harbour, where heritage trawlers jostle for space with day boats heading out to sea for the day’s catch, bringing it home daily to Brixham’s famous Fish Market. Here, in the heart of England’s Seafood Coast, the freshest fish and most delicious seafood is on the menu everywhere.

Breakwater, Marina, Beach and Art Deco Lido

Yachts galore can be seen the popular marina and in the outer harbour. Enjoy a stroll along the waterfront promenade and along the half-mile long breakwater with its lighthouse, and then relax on popular Breakwater Beach. Take a dip in Shoalstone pool, the iconic Art Deco seawater lido and enjoy a meal or a cream tea at one of the lovely local cafes, restaurants and pubs, many facing the waterfront.

South West Coast Path

Brixham is the perfect place for a doggy-break with the stunning South West Coast path allowing you to walk through woods and along cliff tops to a variety of local beaches or even all the way to Torquay. Brixham is an important part of the UNESCO accredited English Riviera Global Geopark and you can stroll up to Berry Head National Nature Reserve (free entry) with its jaw dropping views, Napoleonic forts, fabulous wildlife and welcoming café that’s open all year round. Look out for bottlenose dolphins, harbour porpoises, grey seals and basking sharks that can often be seen near the beaches, in the harbours or off the headlands.

Join the Pirates!

Brixham’s history is filled with pirates and smugglers, and kids of all ages will enjoy Brixham’s swashbucklng Pirate Days. Head for the Old Fish Market during spring and summer to find a whole crew of salty sea dogs waiting to delight children with piratical fun. Children and adults alike will love the full size replica of the Golden Hind that takes pride of place in the Inner Harbour. A picturesque stroll along the waterfront past the Fish Market takes you to Brixham Battery Heritage Centre, on the site of the best-preserved Emergency Battery built along the British coastline in 1940. You’ll find details of this and many other historic Brixham sites on the Brixham Heritage Trail and App. There is plenty more about Brixham’s exciting maritime heritage at the free-entry Brixham Heritage Museum.

Boat and Ferry Trips

You can enjoy regular ferry trips across the beautiful bay to Paignton and Torquay. Many local boat trips can be booked including wildlife sea-faris, fishing trips and beautifully restored heritage sailing vessels.

Learning to Sail and Powerboat

The calm waters of Tor Bay are a wonderful place to learn to sail on dinghies, yachts and motorboats. Torbay Sea School in Brixham offers a wide range of Royal Yachting Association (RYA) yachting courses from Start Sailing and Competent Crew to Yachtmaster. They also offer RYA powerboat tuition. You can try sailing on Vigilance of Brixham, a restored 78-foot heritage sailing ketch based in Brixham. They offer the excitement of sailing a classic yacht on morning, afternoon or evening sailing trips. The Trinity Sailing Trust, also in Brixham operates three traditional sailing vessels: Leader, Provident and Golden Vanity and they offer a range of cruising and training courses. Disabled sailing is also available in the Bay.

Festivals and Events

Brixham’s festivals and events are legendary with one of the country’s biggest Pirate Festivals attracting thousands of scallywags, Fishstock festival bubbling over with seafood dishes, live music and trawler visits, plus BrixFest that celebrates Brixham’s amazing heritage, a fiercely contested annual Trawler Race and many more.

Visit Brixham’s Famous Fish Market

You can book an early morning visit (6am) to the Fish Market’s daily auction followed by a scrumptious fish breakfast. Why not plan a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast? Click here for some great ideas and a full itinerary.

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Dartmouth Day Cruise

Brixham

Dartmouth Day Cruise - an exciting day adventure to the lovely historic Port of Dartmouth. Cruising EVERY DAY from1st April to 31st October
Breakwater Beach

Brixham

Close to the mouth of Brixham harbour is Breakwater Beach, one of the cleanest beaches on the
English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay. Not only is it a Blue Flag beach, but it has a Seaside Award
and been recommended by the Good Beach Guide.
Golden Hind Museum Ship

Brixham

The Golden Hind at Brixham, Devon is a full sized replica of one of the most iconic ships from the age of exploration. The Ship has been a feature of picturesque Brixham harbour for over fifty years, entertaining and educating thousands of visitors…

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Brixham Art and Craft Market

Brixham

Brixham Art and Craft Market is held every Saturday from Easter to the end of October, under the Old Fish Market right on the harbour side in the centre of Brixham, transforming the beautiful harbour area into a shoppers' haven.
Brixham Buccaneers

Brixham

Blackbeard's Trail is described as a lovely, moderate, circular walk of about 2.5 miles, overlooking the town, harbour and sea from the northern side. Buccaneers Way is a moderate circular walk of about two miles, offering wonderful views.
Boat Trips - Brixham

Brixham

A boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best vantage points - the sea! Whether you're looking for a sight-seeing trip, fishing excursion or simply to cross the bay on a ferry, you'll find it all here.
Battery Gardens Museum

Brixham

Not only does Battery Gardens boast one of the most panoramic views in the bay, it is also a Scheduled Monument and World War II Coastal Defence Battery.
Brixham Marina

Brixham

Brixham Marina is in the heart of Brixham, a picturesque Devon town in the wider area of Torbay. Sheltered from the south-westerly winds and offering safe access in all weathers and at all states of the tide, the 485-berth marina is the perfect base…
Brixham Yacht Club

Brixham

Founded in 1937, the Brixham Yacht Club is recognised as one of the premier clubs on the south coast of England, as it continues to grow in both membership and stature.
Berry Head Nature Reserve

Brixham

Berry Head National Nature Reserve guards the southern half of Tor Bay. One of the main gateways to the English Riviera Global Geopark, it is an internationally-acclaimed heritage site, home to a fascinating variety of wildlife and history, with…
Admiral Swimming Pool Brixham

Brixham

The Brixham Amateur Swimming & Life Saving Society was formed in the late 1920s after local schools began to teach Admiral Swimming Centre swimming and lifesaving skills at the tidal Shoalstone Seawater Pool.
In the early 70s when it was thought…
South West Rib Rides

Brixham

Southwest Rib Rides is Torbay’s only speed boat ride, offering a range of trips for the whole family. Explore the beautiful Torbay coastline from the comfort and safety of our fantastic rib ‘Go Ballistic’.
Take in sights such as Elberry cove,…
Greenway Halt

Brixham

Greenway Halt
Step back in time to the 1950’s when steam trains were the way to travel…..
If you are interested in visiting Greenway House and Garden, you can now arrive by steam train! Greenway Halt is a brand new stop on our route
Brixham Heritage Museum

New Road, Brixham

An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site. Housed in the old Brixham police station, Brixham Heritage Museum provides an intriguing place to visit for all the family with a rich collection of exhibits.
Brixham Breakwater

Brixham

Protecting Brixham Harbour is the massive structure of Brixham Breakwater, stretching for half a mile offshore. It's a pleasant walk along the length, and from the far end you gain a very different perspective of the harbour and town.
Greenway Shuttle Bus from Churston Station

Brixham

Running from Churston Station (FREE with valid train ticket). Orange timetable days excluding Fridays and Sundays.
Modern low level bus from Churston Station to the turning bay before National Trust land.
Adult Return £11.50
Concession Return £11…
Wizz Kids Brixham

Brixham

Set at the Northfields Industrial Estate, in Brixham, Devon, we offer a spacious, light and clean 5,000 square feet venue separated into 2 sections which includes ball pools, climbing walls, slides, indoor football and more.
Berry Head Nature Reserve

Brixham

The high cliffs of Berry Head National Nature Reserve situated on the outskirts of Brixham are host to the largest breeding colonies of guillemots on the south coast of England and these are Berry Head’s most famous residents. Berry Head National…
Shoalstone Outdoor Pool

Brixham

Shoalstone Pool is a 53 metre sea water swimming Pool situated in a stunning position on Brixham sea front: one of only a few left in the country. It is built into a natural rock pool that in Victorian times was popular for bathing, and in 1896 two…
Churston Cove

Brixham

Churston Cove is one of the many excellent beaches to be found on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay. A secluded cove accessed via a long, steep path, this is a real sanctuary of peace and calm.

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Breakwater, Marina, Beach and Art Deco Lido

South West Coast Path

Join the Pirates!

Boat and Ferry Trips

Learning to Sail and Powerboat

Festivals and Events

Visit Brixham’s Famous Fish Market

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