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The mild climate in the English Riviera, Devon means there are plenty of opportunities to get out and get active all through the year. You’ll find a wide range of sports events to watch or take part in on land and sea.

Sailing and speed

The English Riviera is port of call for a long list of national sailing and powerboat championships. With literally hundreds of boats from around the UK turning up to race in our waters, you can often catch some of the action when you look out across the Bay. The coastpath and seafront of Torquay and Brixham, as well as Berry Head, all offer a great vantage point to watch the races. Or get out on the water yourself to get even closer.

As well as hosting national championships, we’ve also got our own special sailing events. The whole of Torquay goes into celebratory mode during the Torbay Royal Regatta. Or if vintage sailing boats catch your eye, go along to the Brixham Heritage Sailing Regatta over the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Four wheel action

It might not quite be Formula 1, but the Pedal Car Grand Prix, held every year at Torre Abbey Gardens, Torquay, is a lot of fun. As well as the daredevil racing, there’s a bouncy castle, bric-a-brac stalls, live entertainment, and refreshments at this July fixture.

Four-legged action

The racecourses at Newton Abbot and Exeter are only a short drive or train ride away. Considered one of the country’s leading summer jumps courses, there are 19 thrilling races a year at Newton Abbot if you fancy a flutter. Or drive to Exeter Racecourse high on Haldon Hill. You’ll find races throughout the year, including the popular New Year’s Day meet. The course is the highest in the country at 850ft above sea level. Races have been taking place here for over 350 years and National Hunt champions including Desert Orchid and Best Mate have both started their career at the course.

Torquay football

Torquay has its own football club, Torquay United. Fondly known as the Gulls, the club currently plays in the National League. Head up to Plainmoor, Torquay to watch them and enjoy a pie or more at the Gulls Nest.

Put on your running shoes

The Torbay Half Marathon covers a traffic free course from Paignton to Torquay and back. Watch the annual spectacle or take part – there are prizes for a range of age categories as well as best fancy dress.

Boxing Day Dip

Every year, brave souls take to the water at Corbyn Head Beach in Torquay for the Boxing Day Dip. Organised by No.200 Squadron (Torquay) Air Training Corps, it’s a decidedly different way to work off the excesses of the day before.

Whether you want to be a spectator or get involved, check out the sports events taking place across Torbay.

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The Big Tackle

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Torquay Rugby Club, Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NX

Telephone
01803 217632

events@rowcrofthospice.org.uk

Torquay

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7 Mar 2026

Grab your mates, and join Rowcroft Hospice’s annual event – The Big Tackle – on Saturday 7 March 2026. This fantastic flagship fundraising event is an epic eight-mile sponsored walk around Torquay, filled with camaraderie and community spirit. Not…

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9 June 2026
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10 June 2026

NEW - Simon Akeroyd’s Tree-mendous garden walk

Address

Cockington Visitor Centre, Cockington Village, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA

Telephone
01803 211211

Torquay

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9 June 2026
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10 June 2026

THIS EVENT IS PART OF THE ENGLISH RIVIERA WALKING FESTIVAL
Would you like to find out more about the wonderful world of trees?
Join renowned gardener and best selling author Simon Akeroyd for a gentle walk around the 1,000 year old parkland at…

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11 July 2026

BLDSA Long Distance Swimming Championships

Address

Meadfoot Beach, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 2EL

Telephone
07770 915768

torbayswim@bldsa.org.uk

TORQUAY

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11 July 2026

The BLDSA Torbay Championship takes place across a large, semi-circular bay on the south coast of Devon, famous for its beautiful long sandy beaches, stunning views, red sandstone cliffs and crystal clear waters. The 8 mile starts from Meadfoot…

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12 June 2026

Torbay Invitational Regatta

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Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Parkhill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BG

Torquay

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12 June 2026

Invitational Regatta
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Maritime

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20 June 2026

Brixham Trawler Race

Address

The Harbour, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9TH

Brixham

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20 June 2026

Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out with two lap race around the Bay and fun and festivities on the quayside all raising money for local charities.
The winner is not always the first across the line as there is a very strict…

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14 June 2026

Shiver Me Timbers

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Youngs Park Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6BU

brian@windingpaths.uk

PAIGNTON

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14 June 2026

Take on the Shiver Me Timbers 8 mile trail event along the Coast Path in Torbay.
Your hunt for the Pirate King starts at the Bay of Goodrington, where ye head out across coastal trails, through woodlands across bays and coves, through a Grove and…

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Running

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12 June 2026
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19 June 2026

South West Coast Path Adventure

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English Riviera Visitor Information Offfice, Vaughan Parade, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 5JG

Telephone
01803 211211

TORQUAY

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12 June 2026
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19 June 2026

Follow one of the most beautiful sections of the South West Coast Path along the English Riviera coastline
We begin our adventure from Torquay Harbour, via Paignton Harbour to Broadsands for lunch on the beach. The afternoon section includes…

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20 Sept 2026

Torbay Half Marathon & 10k

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Paignton Green, Seafront, Torbay, Devon, TQ4 6AG

Telephone
01752 393338

Daniel@taurusevents.co.uk

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Price £23.00 Per Ticket

Torbay

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20 Sept 2026

Welcome to the Torbay Half Marathon and 10k on the English Riviera. Be part of something special as we welcome runners of all abilities to the hugely popular seaside location of Torbay with its spectacular coastline. You'll be supported by…

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17 Mar 2026to19 May 2026Various Opening Times

Yoga in the Caves

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Kents Cavern, Cavern House, 91 Ilsham Road, Torquay, TQ1 2JF

Telephone
01803 215136

91 Ilsham Road, Torquay

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17 Mar 2026to19 May 2026Various Opening Times

Allow yourself to completely relax with no distractions and just the gentle drip of water as background noise. As you drift off into your meditation, immerse yourself as your eyes follow the flow of the cave walls.
A mediation like no other, this…

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