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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. 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

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    Address

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

    Telephone

    01803 293797

    Torquay Harbour, Torquay

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    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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  2. 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…

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    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

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  3. Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Musuem, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Agatha Christie books for sale at Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Musuem, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon
    Agatha Christie books for sale at Torquay Museum, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HG

    Telephone

    +44 01803 293975

    Price

    Price Free to £10.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Travel back through 400 million years of time at Torquay Museum – a hands-on family-friendly visitor attraction, with lots to see and do for children and adults alike. An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site. 

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    Type:

    Museum

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.After 1600.

    Price

    Price Free to £10.00 Per Ticket

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  4. Scadson Woods, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Preston, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ3 1RN

    Telephone

    01803 520022

    PAIGNTON

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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!…

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    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

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  5. Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre
    Seashore Centre

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust, Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LS

    Telephone

    01803 520022

    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

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  6. The Rifles Garden in The Kings Garden, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    The Kings Garden, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    The newly created Rifles Garden is located within Kings Garden, on Torquay’s seafront.

    Funded by Clear Channel UK as part of their social value commitment to the borough. The garden is a result of a dedicated fund to invest in local projects that…

  7. Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay
    Babbacombe Beach, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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.

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    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
  8. 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

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    Type:

    Beach

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  9. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay Seafront, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

    Telephone

    01803 701310

    Price

    Price £3.25 to £7.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Abbey Meadows and Gardens is situated on Torquay Seafront. The meadow is a large open space used by all for events and picnics. The park itself is host to a range of activities, such as tennis and crazy golf; it also houses the Italian Gardens with…

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Course

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)

    Price

    Price £3.25 to £7.00 Per Ticket

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