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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. Cockington Court
    Cockington Court
    Ourglass
    Cockington Court
    Ourglass

    Address

    Cockington Court, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA

    Telephone

    01803 607 230

    Type

    Type:

    Arts Centre

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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…

    Key Features

    • Groups
    • Groups Welcomed

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
    • On-Site Parking
  2. View from Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    View from Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Battery Observation Post (B.O.P), Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Ammunition tunnel, Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Entrance No 1 Gun Floor, Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    View from Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Battery Observation Post (B.O.P), Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Ammunition tunnel, Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon
    Entrance No 1 Gun Floor, Brixham Battery Gardens, Brixham, Devon

    Address

    Fishcombe Road, BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 8RU

    Telephone

    07933 793683

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

    BRIXHAM

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    The Battery Gardens has one of the most panoramic views in the Bay and is a great location to watch the annual English Riviera Airshow. The gardens are a natural landscape of trees and grass, and in spring it becomes a sea of bluebells and snowdrops…

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

    Address

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

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Garden

    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…

  4. Blue beach huts at Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Blue beach huts at Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Blue beach huts at Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon
    Meadfoot beach in Torquay, Devon

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2EL

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    A mile from Torquay harbour and in a stunning location at the bottom of a row of imposing cliffs. Grab a deckchair and enjoy the sound of the sea lapping against the shore, or wander along the promenade lined with a colourful row of beach chalets.

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Not in summer
    • Dogs Welcomed
  5. Scadson Woods, Paignton, Devon
    Scadson Woods, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Preston, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ3 1RN

    Telephone

    01803 520022

    Type

    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

    PAIGNTON

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Scadson Woods is a picturesque woodland situated between Occombe and Cockington. It is rife with wildlife including badgers, rabbits and even roe deer have been spotted here! With over 13 acres of woodlands, you can explore until your feet are sore!…

  6. Lion and lioness, Paignton Zoo, 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
    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

    Address

    Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU

    Telephone

    01803 697500

    Type

    Type:

    Zoo

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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…

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children
    • Child Friendly Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
    • Wheelchair Access
  7. Oldway Mansion - Home of Isaac Singer
    Oldway Mansion - Home of Isaac Singer

    Address

    English Riviera, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Type

    Type:

    History & Heritage

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Wherever you go on the English Riviera, you’ll find plaques that recognise some of the greatest figures in British history.

  8. Miss Lemon (aka Maria) taking enquires for the English Riviera Walking Tours
    Miss Lemon (aka Maria) taking enquires for the English Riviera Walking Tours
    Interior, Burgh Island Hotel, English Riviera Custom Tours
    Gate to the Burgh Island Hotel, English Riviera Custom Tours
    A trip to Burgh Island - English Riviera Custom Tours
    A trip to Burgh Island - English Riviera Custom Tours
    Miss Lemon (aka Maria) taking enquires for the English Riviera Walking Tours
    Interior, Burgh Island Hotel, English Riviera Custom Tours
    Gate to the Burgh Island Hotel, English Riviera Custom Tours
    A trip to Burgh Island - English Riviera Custom Tours
    A trip to Burgh Island - English Riviera Custom Tours

    Address

    Braddons Hill Road West, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BG

    Telephone

    07832 614352

    Type

    Type:

    Unique Experience

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    And Then There Were None (once we have eaten them all!)
    A trip to Burgh Island is a must for Agatha Christie fans. Why not let us take you on a scenic drive from the English Riviera to this wonderful Art Deco Hotel where Agatha wrote some of her…

  9. Stage at Brixham Theatre, Brixham, Devon
    Stage at Brixham Theatre, Brixham, Devon
    Outside of Brixham Theatre in Brixham, Devon
    Brixham Theatre from the stage.
    Missin Tackle Sea Shanty Band at Brixham Theatre, Brixham, Devon
    Stage at Brixham Theatre, Brixham, Devon
    Outside of Brixham Theatre in Brixham, Devon
    Brixham Theatre from the stage.
    Missin Tackle Sea Shanty Band at Brixham Theatre, Brixham, Devon

    Address

    New Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8LX

    Telephone

    01803 415987

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Brixham

    We are an independent, heritage theatre, situated at the heart of the English Riviera, in the beautiful, vibrant, historic fishing port of Brixham.

    Our home is a late Victorian, Grade II listed building. The theatre is purpose built and is part of…

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