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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. English Riviera Attractions
    There's a huge choice of attractions in the Bay including renowned caverns, a model village, a steam train, a zoo, a huge waterpark, Agatha Christie’s famous riverside home and more.
  4. Indoor Attractions
    Devon’s beautiful English Riviera with its popular resort towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham has quite a renowned micro`climate and a very sheltered Bay, great for all types of outdoor fun. If the weather should be unsettled or chilly though, then the English Riviera offers probably the biggest and most exciting collection of indoor attractions and activities you’ll find.
  5. 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.
  6. History & Heritage
    The beautiful English Riviera has a fascinating history and is a very exciting location for the heritage enthusiast.

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  1. Fire-breathing dragon at Babbacombe Model Village
    City Scene at Babbacombe Model Village
    Globe Theatre and Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Housing Estate at Babbacombe Model Village
    Mythical Kingdom, Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay, Devon
    The Lake at Babbacombe Model Village
    Crazy Golf at Babbacombe Model Village
    Replica of Royal Bath Crescent
    Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Train at Babbacombe Model Village
    Fire-breathing dragon at Babbacombe Model Village
    City Scene at Babbacombe Model Village
    Globe Theatre and Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Housing Estate at Babbacombe Model Village
    Mythical Kingdom, Babbacombe Model Village, Torquay, Devon
    The Lake at Babbacombe Model Village
    Crazy Golf at Babbacombe Model Village
    Replica of Royal Bath Crescent
    Summer Illuminations at Babbacombe Model Village
    Train at Babbacombe Model Village

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Hampton Avenue, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LA

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Feel like a giant as you step through the small entrance and the vast miniature world opens up before you. Explore 4 acres of award-winning gardens showcasing hundreds of uniquely hand-crafted model scenes, vehicles & people.

    The Model Village is…

    Type

    Type:

    Model/Miniature Village

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Pre-booking advisable.

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  2. The Rhinos at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Friendly gorilla at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Over the bridge at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Will it be a hole in one at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Course at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    The Rhinos at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Friendly gorilla at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Over the bridge at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Will it be a hole in one at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon
    Course at Jungle Journey, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

    Telephone

    01803 525723

    Price

    Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    18 Hole Jungle themed adventure golf course. Wind your way through the jungle using your golf skill as you encounter tigers, gorillas, chimps and snakes among many other jungle creatures.

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Course

    Price

    Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket

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  3. 3Fall, the newest ride at Splashdown Quaywest!
    Ariel shot of Quaywest.
    Ariel view of the UK's Largest Outdoor Waterpark, Splashdown Quaywest in Paignton, Devon.
    A rider on Kamakazi looking over the beach
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    3Fall, the newest ride at Splashdown Quaywest!
    Ariel shot of Quaywest.
    Ariel view of the UK's Largest Outdoor Waterpark, Splashdown Quaywest in Paignton, Devon.
    A rider on Kamakazi looking over the beach
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton
    Splashdown, Goodrington, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    18 Apr 2025to7 Sept 2025

    Address

    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, DEVON, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    +44 01803 555550

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    18 Apr 2025to7 Sept 2025

    The largest outdoor waterpark is BIGGER than ever! Enjoy new additions 3Fall, a thrilling 3-lane headfirst slide, and explore Shipwreck Island, an aquaplay paradise for kids under 12!
    Get ready for an unforgettable day at the largest outdoor…

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure Park/Playground

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Group discounts available for groups 10+ For best rates book at least 24 hours in advance. Online booking facility or call 01803 555550

    Key Features

    • Groups

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  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

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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

    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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  5. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4TS

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    If you’re looking for a quiet haven to spend the day, Maidencombe Beach is the perfect retreat. Far removed from amusement arcades and water parks, Maidencombe Beach is about one thing: relaxing.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

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  6. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    East of Torquay lies Babbacombe Beach. A beautiful arc of shingle beach, this unspoilt coastline is a haven of tranquillity, gorgeous views and calm, clean waters where you can relax and soak up the atmosphere.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
  7. Geoplay Park stones in Paignton
    Geoplay Park, Paignton walking bridge
    Geoplay Park sand, Paignton
    Geoplay Park, Paignton kids swing
    Geoplay Park stones in Paignton
    Geoplay Park, Paignton walking bridge
    Geoplay Park sand, Paignton
    Geoplay Park, Paignton kids swing

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Mar 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Paignton Seafront, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AG

    Telephone

    01803 207797

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    From:
    1 Mar 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Great free attraction on Paignton seafront. An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
    The park is designed around the English Riviera’s geological history. The toddler area represents the Devonian Period when the area was south of the…

    Type

    Type:

    Adventure Park/Playground

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    Web Site

  8. Get On the Water with Reach Outdoors

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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 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…

    Type

    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

    Add Get On the Water with Reach Outdoors to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  9. Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay, SUP
    Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay
    Sea Kayak Torbay, SUP

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DD

    Telephone

    01803 912963

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    When we think about it, what epitomises Torbay is the view from the sea. We are overwhelmed by the sheer beauty and grandeur of the beautiful place we live in – and the geological history of what makes Torbay the stupendous coastal adventure…

    Type

    Type:

    Kayaking

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