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Get ready to ignite your passion for all things automotive at RevsFest! Join us for an…
🎸🔥 This Ain’t Texas Festival brings the heart of Nashville to the UK! Get ready for boot-stompin’…
A Dramatic Agatha Christie Experience on the English Riviera in 2026 Agatha Christie fans should…
Our Olympic format mixed Team Relay Triathlon returns for a 3rd year. We start the swim in waves…
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil…
Get ready for an unforgettable day of music, energy, and family-friendly fun at Riviera Tribute…
Join us for another incredible Library Late at Paignton Library. Start the evening with some Line…
Prepare for a hilarious and uproarious family farce penned by James Barry. This theatrical…
The Torbay Literary Festival is being held at The Palace Theatre, Paignton between 10th-15th…
Join us for a truly inspirational evening in the company of one of Britain’s most admired sporting…
The Wall Of Floyd are an established leading tribute to Pink Floyd from the South Coast of England…
Crammed with singalong hits, The All Seasons is a West End experience. Young, vibrant and talented;…
One Night Only through the decades (Curledge Street Academy) March 30 @ 18:00 to 19:30 £5 Curledge…
Bell Bottom Georgie, the UK’s ultimate tribute to Lainey Wilson Step into the world of Bell Bottom…
A singer and actor, a TV host and author, a BRIT Award winner and a film star – Toyah has worn many…
The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us.…
The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the…
THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL Awaken your senses and build a deeper…
50 years since ABBA’s iconic ‘Arrival’ Album first lit up the charts, the multi-award-winning show…
Go West - We Close Our Eyes... And Other Stories An Intimate Evening with singer, Peter Cox Go West…
What better way to celebrate the birthday of Agatha Christie than at this stunning and unique…
A brand-new tour of the joys of the English language with ‘Britain’s best-loved…
** 2027 ** Endorsed by Dolly Parton on BBC’ The One Show stating “I wish them the best and I…
The extraordinary lessons learned from animals and Noel’s unexpected gift for music-with his…
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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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Golf Course
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
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- 1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026
PAIGNTON
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- 1 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026
For over 60 years the Lane family and their crew have operated pleasure and fishing boats in Torbay and on the River Dart.
Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferries aim to give all a memorable experience on the water with a wealth of knowledge about…
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Boat Trip
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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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Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted - Year round on North Sands. Not in Summer on South Sands
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
Accessibility
- Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Brixham
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Elberry Cove is a romantic impressive shingle beach with beautiful cystal blue clear waters a little gem in English Riveria, which is reached by a footpath from Broadsands beach. This is a beautiful beach in an idyllic rural setting.
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Beach
Establishment Features
- Dogs-Accepted
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Saltern Cove is one of the SSSI designate site in the English Riviera Geopark and a Local Nature Reserve. Unique in Britain, this nature reserve extends underwater to a point 376 metres below the…Type
Type:
Beach
Address
Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
01803 207797Paignton
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…
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Type:
Historic Garden
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
Preston Down Road, Preston, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ3 1RNTelephone
01803 520022PAIGNTON
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
The walk through Occombe Valley Woods includes pathways that are mostly gently sloping, although sometimes it does get steeper and does include some steps. This is a great place to take dogs, especially during hot summer days.
A dedicated local…
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Parkland/Woodland Garden
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LPTelephone
01803 524950Price
Price £35.00 to £195.00 ActivityGoodrington Sands, Paignton
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Explore the natural beauty of the Torbay coastline from the unique viewpoint of a kayak or paddle board with Reach Outdoors. With a range of sessions available for all abilities, from age 8 upwards, the Reach team offer introductory 2 - 3 hour…
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Type:
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
Price
Price £35.00 to £195.00 ActivityDates
- From:
- 1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026
Address
Sandridge Barton, Waddeton Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RLStoke Gabriel, Totnes
Dates
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- 1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026
A guided trip to our vineyard and back through our winery with tastings along the way.
Our biggest tour offers a full insight into how we produce our award-winning wines, starting in the vineyard and going all the way through to the winery.
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Unique Experience
Parking & Transport
- Parking On Site
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