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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. Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon
    Peacock
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Slender tailed meerkat in sunshine, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Sumatran tiger at Paignton Zoo
    Ring tailed lemurs, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Black rhino, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Komodo dragon, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, Paignton, Devon
    Peacock
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Slender tailed meerkat in sunshine, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Sumatran tiger at Paignton Zoo
    Ring tailed lemurs, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Black rhino, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon
    Komodo dragon, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

    Telephone

    01803 697500

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    VISIT PAIGNTON ZOO FOR AN INSPIRING DAY OUT…
    With thousands of astonishing animals amid 80 acres of glorious gardens, Paignton Zoo offers a fantastic day out in South Devon!

    Discover gorillas, orangutans, giraffes, tigers, red pandas, and rhinos as…

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    Type:

    Zoo

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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  2. Cockington Court
    Ourglass
    Cockington Court
    Ourglass

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Cockington Court, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA

    Telephone

    01803 607 230

    Torquay

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    At the heart of Cockington Village lies Cockington Court, a manor house with roots into history, surrounded by acres of stunning country park. Today, the court prides itself in being a centre of creativity.

    Providing a vibrant events programme and…

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    Type:

    Arts Centre

    Key Features

    • Groups

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

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  3. Get On the Water with Reach Outdoors: Coasteering

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LP

    Telephone

    01803 524950

    Price

    Price £35.00 to £195.00 Activity

    Goodrington Sands, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    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 Activity

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  4. Agatha Christie enjoying the sun in Torquay
    Agatha Christie with friend on Torquay seafront
    Agatha Christie Mile
    Agatha Christie roller skating with friends in Torquay
    Agatha Christie enjoying the sun in Torquay
    Agatha Christie with friend on Torquay seafront
    Agatha Christie Mile
    Agatha Christie roller skating with friends in Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay Seafront, (starting points: Grand or Imperial Hotels), Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NT

    Telephone

    01803 211211

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Drift back into the style and opulence of the Jazz Age as you retrace the steps of the world’s best-selling author along Torquay’s seafront.

    Type

    Type:

    Sightseeing

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  5. Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham
    Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham

    Dates

    Address

    6 Vaughan Road, Torquay Harbour, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EQ

    Telephone

    01803 293797

    Torquay Harbour, Torquay

    Dates

    The Western Lady Ferry Service has been operating an excellent ferry service between Torquay and Brixham for over 75 years.

    The 30 minute ferry ride across the Bay to Brixham and returning to Torquay is a stress-free, delightful way to view Torbay…

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    Type:

    Boat Trip

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  6. Roundham Head, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Cliff Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DH

    Paignton

    Roundham Head, Paignton, Devon is at the top of the cliff with beautiful parkland and spectacular views out to sea all round – see if you can spot the charming Spitfire Garden.

    Suggested Walk - Roundham Head - 0.9 miles (1.4 km) - North Quay,…

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Garden

  7. The Grove, Churston and Marridge Woods, Churston, Nr Brixham, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 8LH

    Telephone

    01803 520022

    BRIXHAM

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    The woods are mostly set around a valley so there are some steep hills as well as rocky, muddy footpaths which become slippery when wet and may not be suitable for those who are less mobile.

    With over 100 acres to explore, a network of footpaths…

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

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  8. Surprise Trip Pack laid out with all the envelopes
    Woman in car opening the first envelope to reveal the first surprise stop on road trip
    Photo collage of Ripples and Reflections Trip
- woman standing by stream with dogs
- person looking out at reservoir
-Boy and dog playing by a river
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    Photo collage showing the range of intertidal creatures found on a rockpool adventure including starfish, squat lobster, anemone and prawns.
    Photo Collage of the Phantoms of the Coast and Countryside self-guided road trip
photos showing gravestones, forest paths, eerie buildings and ruins
    Surprise Trip Pack laid out with all the envelopes
    Woman in car opening the first envelope to reveal the first surprise stop on road trip
    Photo collage of Ripples and Reflections Trip
- woman standing by stream with dogs
- person looking out at reservoir
-Boy and dog playing by a river
-
    Photo collage showing the range of intertidal creatures found on a rockpool adventure including starfish, squat lobster, anemone and prawns.
    Photo Collage of the Phantoms of the Coast and Countryside self-guided road trip
photos showing gravestones, forest paths, eerie buildings and ruins

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    62 Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HY

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Snapshot Trips – See Devon Your Way

    Self-guided surprise road trips, walking adventures and guided walks across the English Riviera. Discover hidden gems, local stories and scenic routes at your own pace. Choose your adventure, receive your Trip…

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    Type:

    Self-Guided Tour

    Indicative Availability

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  9. Primley Woods and Park, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Totnes Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 7EU

    PAIGNTON

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    The park is edged all around by trees sheltering it away from the town and, once inside, you can walk around the meadow and woodland and feel removed from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The meadow gives the park its name as it comes from the…

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

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