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  1. English Riviera Attractions
    There's a huge choice of attractions in the Bay including renowned caverns, a model village, a steam train, a zoo, a huge waterpark, Agatha Christie’s famous riverside home and 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. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Explore The Coast
    The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, secluded coves, historic viaducts and wooded areas.
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    1. Exterior view of the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Exterior view of the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Different size meeting rooms at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Room layout at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Enjoying afternoon tea with a view at The Imperial Torquay
      Relaxing with a cup of tea at The Imperial Torquay
      View of The Imperial Torquay as the sunsets over the English Riviera
      Main entrance of The Imperial Torquay on the English Riviera
      Roast dinner at The Imperial Torquay on The English Riviera
      A la carte restaurant at The Imperial Torquay
      View across to Paignton from The Imperial Torquay
      Exterior view of the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Different size meeting rooms at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Room layout at the Imperial Hotel, Torquay, Devon
      Enjoying afternoon tea with a view at The Imperial Torquay
      Relaxing with a cup of tea at The Imperial Torquay
      View of The Imperial Torquay as the sunsets over the English Riviera
      Main entrance of The Imperial Torquay on the English Riviera
      Roast dinner at The Imperial Torquay on The English Riviera
      A la carte restaurant at The Imperial Torquay
      View across to Paignton from The Imperial Torquay
        1  Jan

      Address

      Park Hill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2DG

      Telephone

      +44 01803 294301

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      With nine meeting rooms, ranging from small boardrooms to sumptuous Suites seating up to 350 delegates theatre-style, The Imperial Torquay provides the ultimate choice and flexibility for your meeting or event.

      To contact our events team, please…

      Type

      Type:

      Event Venue

      Key Features

      • Groups Welcomed
      • Groups Welcomed

      Parking & Transport

      • Parking On Site - Parking is Charged at £7.00 per car per night and £15.00 for Garage Parking
      • Parking On-site or Valet Parking
      • On-Site Parking
    2. Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Girl swimming at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Shallow end at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Kids play area at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Girl swimming at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Shallow end at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
      Kids play area at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, DEVON, TQ2 5LZ

      Telephone

      +44 (0)1803 299992

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

      There is something for everyone in our impressive leisure pool. Whether it’s our Swim England swimming lessons or just a casual swim, there are activities for all.

      WHAT’S ON OFFER?

      Waves leisure pool

      Wave Machine

      Sloping beach style…

      Type

      Type:

      Leisure/Swimming Pool

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Minimum size group for entertainment 10; minimum size group for swim 20.
      • Groups Welcomed

      Key Features

      • Groups

      Establishment Features

      • Cater for groups

      Parking & Transport

      • Parking On Site
      • On-Site Parking

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    3. Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens
      Torre Abbey Gardens

      Address

      Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

      Telephone

      01803 293593

      Torquay

      Dates

      Do not touch! is the warning for all visitors to the Potent Plants Garden at Torre Abbey. Discover a world of poisons, antidotes and remedies in the serene setting of the Abbey grounds.

      Type

      Type:

      Garden

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted
      • Groups Welcomed

      Key Features

      • Groups

      Establishment Features

      • Cater for groups

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    4. A man with a young boy sitting on his shoulders,  standing on the South West Coast Path with Thatchers Rock, Torquay, and the sea in the background. E
      A man with a young boy sitting on his shoulders,  standing on the South West Coast Path with Thatchers Rock, Torquay, and the sea in the background. E

      Address

      Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

      Telephone

      0844 474 2233

      Torquay

      Dates

      In 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 7 sites in the UK and Ireland to hold this special status.

      Type

      Type:

      Environmental Attraction

    5. Watcombe Woods, Torquay, Devon
      Watcombe Woods, Torquay, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      Watcombe Beach Road, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 4SH

      Telephone

      01803 520022

      TORQUAY

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      These are mature woods with steep hills. They are quite dense and may not be suitable for those who are less mobile.

      Start your walk at Watcombe Beach car park. A steep path will lead down to Watcombe Beach, an idyllic sandy beach, sheltered by red…

      Type

      Type:

      Parkland/Woodland Garden

    6. Torre Abbey Meadows

      Address

      The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

      Telephone

      01803 207797

      Torquay

      Abbey Meadows and Gardens is situated on Torquay Seafront. The meadow is a large open space used by all for events and picnics. The park itself is host to a range of activities, such as tennis and crazy golf; it also houses the Italian Gardens with…

      Type

      Type:

      Historic Garden

    7. Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Aerial view Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Aerial view Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
      Torre Abbey Sands, Torquay
        1  Jan

      Address

      Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NE

      Telephone

      01803 207975

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      This delectable beach is part of the English Riviera and it lives up to its name with its stunning sands, views and sunshine. This is the main beach for Torquay, being popular with holidaymakers from the surrounding hotels, day visitors and locals.

      Type

      Type:

      Beach

    8. The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
      The Real Crime Museum, Torquay, Devon
        1  Jan

      Address

      23 Victoria Parade, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 2BD

      Price

      Price Free to £8.95 Per Ticket

      TORQUAY

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      The Real Crime Museum is a fascinating attraction based on the harbour in Torquay. If you are interested in crime, you will love the exhibits they have on show. They include gangsters, bank robberies, forensics, police memorabilia, prison service…

      Type

      Type:

      Museum

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted
      • Groups Welcomed

      Key Features

      • Groups

      Price

      Price Free to £8.95 Per Ticket
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