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

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2EL

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Not in summer

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  2. exterior artist impression of arena torquay on 39-41 torwood street
    exterior artist impression of arena torquay on 39-41 torwood street

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2025to13 June 2026

    Address

    39-41 Torwood Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1DZ

    Telephone

    01803 467039

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2025to13 June 2026

    Located on the beautiful English Riviera, Arena Torquay offers a large dynamic space for music and event lovers of all kinds to enjoy a wide variety of performances, from emerging local talent to international headliners.

    Designed with both artists…

    Type

    Type:

    Nightclub

    Key Features

    • Groups

    Establishment Features

    • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

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  3. Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon
    Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon
    Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon
    Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon
    Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon
    Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2026to23 Feb 2026

    Address

    Babbacombe Downs Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LF

    Telephone

    01803 328750

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2026to23 Feb 2026

    Built in 1926, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway has shuttled hundreds of thousands of holiday makers to and from Oddicombe Beach in over 90 years of service.

    Type

    Type:

    Railway

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  4. Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Girl swimming at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Shallow end at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Kids play area at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Girl swimming at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Shallow end at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon
    Kids play area at Riviera Centre Swimming Pool, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, DEVON, TQ2 5LZ

    Telephone

    +44 (0)1803 299992

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    There is something for everyone in our impressive leisure pool. Whether it’s our Swim England swimming lessons or just a casual swim, there are activities for all.

    WHAT’S ON OFFER?

    Waves leisure pool

    Wave Machine

    Sloping beach style…

    Type

    Type:

    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.Minimum size group for entertainment 10; minimum size group for swim 20.

    Key Features

    • Groups

    Establishment Features

    • Cater for groups

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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  5. 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. 

    Type

    Type:

    Museum

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.After 1600.

    Price

    Price Free to £10.00 Per Ticket

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  6. Participants in a coasteering session traverse a rocky wall between coasteering jumps. The participants are wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmet
    4 people wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets jumping off the rocks into the sea
    Participants in a coasteering session traverse a rocky wall between coasteering jumps. The participants are wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmet
    4 people wearing wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets jumping off the rocks into the sea

    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 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

    Indicative Availability

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  7. Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
     Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
     Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    01803 665485

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Close to Paignton is the long, sandy stretch of Goodrington Sands. With a Seaside Award, safe swimming conditions and loads of great activities, this family friendly beach promises to keep the kids happy whatever the weather.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Year round on North Sands. Not in Summer on South Sands

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  8. 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

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Fishcombe Road, BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 8RU

    Telephone

    07933 793683

    BRIXHAM

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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…

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Site

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  9. Donkeys at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Occombe Goat, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Guinea pig, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
    Children playing at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Slide, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
    Freshly prepared food at Occombe Farm Cafe, alfresco dining, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    All-weather indoor play area at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Sheep at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Donkeys at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Occombe Goat, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Guinea pig, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
    Children playing at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Slide, Occombe Farm, Paignton, Devon
    Freshly prepared food at Occombe Farm Cafe, alfresco dining, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    All-weather indoor play area at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust
    Sheep at Occombe Farm, Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Preston Down Road, Preston, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 1RN

    Telephone

    01803 696250

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Occombe Farm – Indoor Play, Outdoor Adventure & Animal Encounters on the English Riviera

    Occombe Farm is a unique all-weather family attraction in Paignton, on the English Riviera. It’s where play, nature and animals come together for an…

    Type

    Type:

    Farm

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children all ages
    • Facilities for children

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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