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English Riviera

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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. A rock climber on rock face, with sea in background. English Riviera UNESCO Global  Geopark.
      A rock climber on rock face, with sea in background. English Riviera UNESCO Global  Geopark.

      Address

      Bababcombe, Devon, TQ1 3LN

      Telephone

      08444742233

      Bababcombe

      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

    2. Tudor Rose Garden, Cockington, Torquay, Devon
      Tudor Rose Garden, Cockington, Torquay, Devon

      Address

      Rear of Cockington Court, Cockington Village, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA

      Torquay

      Behind the Manor House within Cockington Country Park, you will find the peaceful Tudor Rose Garden (managed by Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust) and also the Walled Art Garden (managed by TDA), which is currently undergoing a transformation into…

      Type

      Type:

      Historic Garden

    3. Bow of Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Bow of Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship at night, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Bow of Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship at night, Brixham, Devon
      Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham, Devon

      Address

      The Quayside, Brixham Harbour, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

      Telephone

      + 44 01803 856223

      Price

      Price £5.00 to £20.00 Per Ticket

      Brixham

      Dates

      The Golden Hind at Brixham, Devon is a full sized replica of one of the most iconic ships from the age of exploration. The Ship has been a feature of picturesque Brixham harbour for over fifty years, entertaining and educating thousands of visitors…

      Type

      Type:

      Historic Ship

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted
      • Groups Welcomed

      Price

      Price £5.00 to £20.00 Per Ticket
    4. Participants in a coasteering session traverse a rocky wall between coasteering jumps. The participants are wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmet
      Participants in a coasteering session traverse a rocky wall between coasteering jumps. The participants are wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmet
      Participants in a coasteering session traverse a rocky wall between coasteering jumps. The participants are wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmet
        1  Jan

      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 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Explore the Geopark’s spectacular coastline with an adventure to remember. Reach Outdoors are an Award winning outdoor activity company and are here to make your visit to the English Riviera one to remember. We provide Coasteering, Kayak and Stand…

      Type

      Type:

      Outdoor Activity/Pursuit Centre

      Children & Infants

      • Accept children (Minimum age) - Minimum age: 8 Years
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Key Features

      • Groups
      • Groups Welcomed

      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
    5. Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour boat trips
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour
      Paignton Harbour boat trips
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT

      Telephone

      01803 208443

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025

      Paignton Harbour nestles on the western shores of Tor Bay, situated midway between Torquay and Brixham harbours. Its understated beauty and authentic ‘fishing haven’ feel are often overlooked by visitors to the area.

      Type

      Type:

      Canal / Waterway / Marina

    6. Award Winning Beaches on the English Riviera
        1  Jan

      Address

      Torbay Road, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 5FB

      TORQUAY

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Awards are based on quality of management, cleanliness, water quality and other criteria. The most prestigious being the Blue Flag Awards.

      Other awards made to Torbay beaches include the Keep Britain Tidy Seaside Awards and the Good Beach Guide…

      Type

      Type:

      Beach

    7. Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
      Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
        1  Jan

      Address

      Heritage Pontoon, Brixham Harbour, Berry Head Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9BW

      Telephone

      01803 858148

      Berry Head Road, Brixham

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Pilgrim of Brixham Adventure Sailing is provided by the Pilgrim Heritage Sailing Foundation which is a registered charity and operates from the historic Brixham Harbour in Devon, UK. We sail Pilgrim along the Devon and Cornwall coast, the Isles of…

      Type

      Type:

      Maritime

    8. Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Paignton Zoo
      People looking across an enclosure to a giraffe at Paignton Zoo
      Zoo Keeper for a Day Experience at Paignton Zoo
      Paignton Zoo
      People looking across an enclosure to a giraffe at Paignton Zoo
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

      Telephone

      01803 697500

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Learn all about life at Paignton Zoo and discover what it’s like to be a zookeeper with our ‘Keeper for a day’ experience.

      Type

      Type:

      Unique Experience

    9. Preston Sands Paignton
      View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
      Preston Sands, Paignton
        1  Jan

      Address

      Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NU

      Telephone

      01803 555729

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      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
      • Wheelchair Access
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