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  1. 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.
  2. Boat Trips & Ferries
    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.
  3. 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.
  4. History & Heritage
    The beautiful English Riviera has a fascinating history and is a very exciting location for the heritage enthusiast.
  5. Art & Culture
    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.
  6. 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.

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  1. Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
     Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
     Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    01803 665485

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    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.

    Type

    Type:

    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
  2. View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NU

    Telephone

    01803 555729

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  3. Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals - Angel Wings on King Street
    Brixham Murals -  based on a depiction of Frederic Leighton's 'The Fisherman and the Syren'
    Brixham Murals - treasure map of Brixham in 1615
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals
    Brixham Murals - Angel Wings on King Street
    Brixham Murals -  based on a depiction of Frederic Leighton's 'The Fisherman and the Syren'
    Brixham Murals - treasure map of Brixham in 1615

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Various Locations Throughout, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8ED

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Brixham is fast becoming the cultural hub of Devon as incredible art murals take over the town.

    From the harbour, through the town and up to Bolton Street there are over 15 full size murals painted on the side of buildings.

    Commissioned by both…

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Route

    Add Brixham Murals to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  4. Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach
    Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torbay Council, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    With 3.3million visitors every year, the English Riviera is South Devon’s beautiful bay and one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country. With over 20 spectacular beaches, clean and calm waters, many of them are easy to access

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Add Access to Beaches on the English Riviera to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  5. Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LS

    Goodrington, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    The Seashore Centre is a great base from which to explore Torbay’s stunning marine environment and discover more about local wildlife and the Geopark.

    Type

    Type:

    Animals & Nature

  6. Agatha Christie and her dog Peter, Statue on Torquay harbourside
    Agatha Christie and her dog Peter, Statue on Torquay harbourside
    Agatha Christie and her dog Peter, Statue on Torquay harbourside
    Agatha Christie and her dog Peter, Statue on Torquay harbourside

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    The Strand, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    A new statue of crime writer Agatha Christie has been unveiled in her home town of Torquay.

    The Dame Agatha Christie CBE sculpture has been created by local artist Elisabeth Hadley, and is a focal point of Torquay's new £4m harbourside plaza. It…

    Type

    Type:

    History & Heritage

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  7. Two stand up paddle boarders, hired from the Osborne Hotel

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2026to31 Aug 2026

    Address

    Osborne Hotel, Hesketh Crescent, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2LL

    Telephone

    01803 213311

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2026to31 Aug 2026

    🌊 Ready to try something new on the water?
    Stand Up Paddleboarding is now available at Hesketh Health Club!
    Whether you're looking for a fun way to stay active, try something different with friends, or simply enjoy the beautiful waters of Meadfoot,…

    Type

    Type:

    Paddleboarding

  8. Signpost to Manscombe Woods, Cockington, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 6UF

    TORQUAY

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Manscombe Woods are the woodlands next to Cockington Country Park. Begin your walk at the idyllic Cockington village with traditional thatched roofs. Wander round the Cockington Estate with large, manicured gardens, stroll around the three lakes…

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

  9. Landscape view of Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Guided Tour of the Vineyard, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Tasting wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Drinking wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Landscape view of Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Guided Tour of the Vineyard, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Tasting wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon
    Drinking wine, Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel, Nr Totnes, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026

    Address

    Waddeton Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RL

    Telephone

    01803 732203

    Totnes

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026

    The Sandridge Barton Estate is located on the east bank of the River Dart, just south of Stoke Gabriel, where we grow grapes, produce wine, run tours and tastings, have woodland walks and our own onsite restaurant called Circa.

    It’s a very special…

    Type

    Type:

    Vineyard

    Establishment Features

    • Dog Friendly
    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

    Add Sandridge Barton to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

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