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  1. 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.
  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. 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.
  4. Indoor Attractions
    Devon’s beautiful English Riviera with its popular resort towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham has quite a renowned micro`climate and a very sheltered Bay, great for all types of outdoor fun. If the weather should be unsettled or chilly though, then the English Riviera offers probably the biggest and most exciting collection of indoor attractions and activities you’ll find.
  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. History & Heritage
    The beautiful English Riviera has a fascinating history and is a very exciting location for the heritage enthusiast.

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  1. Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    East of Torquay lies Babbacombe Beach. A beautiful arc of shingle beach, this unspoilt coastline is a haven of tranquillity, gorgeous views and calm, clean waters where you can relax and soak up the atmosphere.

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
  2. Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon
    Bygones Torquay, Devon

    Address

    Fore Street, St Marychurch, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4PR

    Telephone

    +44 01803 326108

    Type

    Type:

    History & Heritage

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Wander back in time, starting towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign. Visit our authentic life-size Victorian Street, see the Blacksmith hard at work, smell the treats of the Sweetshop, listen to the hustle and bustle of Victorian life. Imagine…

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Groups by arrangement.

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  3. Fairy Cove, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DG

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Fairy Cove is a little magical beach to the South of Paignton Sands, just over the Harbour wall, which is popular with families. Comprising red sand and shingle with impressive red sandstone cliffs at the back.

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

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  4. Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4TS

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    If you’re looking for a quiet haven to spend the day, Maidencombe Beach is the perfect retreat. Far removed from amusement arcades and water parks, Maidencombe Beach is about one thing: relaxing.

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

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  5. The Rhinos at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Friendly gorilla at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Over the bridge at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Will it be a hole in one at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Course at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    The Rhinos at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Friendly gorilla at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Over the bridge at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Will it be a hole in one at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Course at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon

    Address

    Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

    Telephone

    01803 525723

    Price

    Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Course

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    18 Hole Jungle themed adventure golf course. Wind your way through the jungle using your golf skill as you encounter tigers, gorillas, chimps and snakes among many other jungle creatures.

    Price

    Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket

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  6. Quad Bike Track Goodrington Park North Paignton, Devon
    Mini Quad Bike, Goodrington Park North Paignton, Devon
    Quad Bike Track Goodrington Park North Paignton, Devon
    Mini Quad Bike, Goodrington Park North Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    07887 887543

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Goodrington Park is home to several attractions including a small quad bike track.

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  7. Fire-breathing dragon at Babbacombe Model Village
    City Scene at Babbacombe Model Village
    Globe Theatre and Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Housing Estate at Babbacombe Model Village
    Mythical Kingdom, Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay, Devon
    The Lake at Babbacombe Model Village
    Crazy Golf at Babbacombe Model Village
    Replica of Royal Bath Crescent
    Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Train at Babbacombe Model Village
    Fire-breathing dragon at Babbacombe Model Village
    City Scene at Babbacombe Model Village
    Globe Theatre and Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Housing Estate at Babbacombe Model Village
    Mythical Kingdom, Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay, Devon
    The Lake at Babbacombe Model Village
    Crazy Golf at Babbacombe Model Village
    Replica of Royal Bath Crescent
    Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Train at Babbacombe Model Village

    Address

    Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LA

    Type

    Type:

    Model/Miniature Village

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Feel like a giant as you step through the small entrance and the vast miniature world opens up before you. Explore 4 acres of award-winning gardens showcasing hundreds of uniquely hand-crafted model scenes, vehicles & people.

    The Model Village is…

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Pre-booking advisable.

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  8. Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Boating Lakes, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Youngs Park, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6BU

    Telephone

    07513 103513

    Price

    Price £5.00 to £7.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2025to30 Nov 2025

    If you enjoy a leisurely activity then why not take to the water for a relaxing cruise around the lake in one of our swan boats - unless of course it's your turn to pedal! Then again, it's a good way to keep fit.

    Price

    Price £5.00 to £7.00 Per Ticket

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  9. Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon
    Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon
    Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon
    Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon
    Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon
    Broadsands Beach, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LL

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    In between Paignton and Brixham is Broadsands on the English Riviera, South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. With a long sandy beach the whole family can enjoy, you can make sandcastles for a couple of hours and then paddle in the calm sea.

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Not in summer

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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