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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. Dartmouth Steam Railway (starting in Paignton)
      Dartmouth Steam Railway (starting in Paignton)
      Train of Lights
      Dartmouth Steam Railway (starting in Paignton)
      Train of Lights

      Address

      Queen's Park Station, Torbay Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF

      Telephone

      01803555872

      Type

      Type:

      Steam Railway

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      15 Feb 2025to2 Nov 2025

      A warm welcome awaits you at Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boats. We provide steam train travel, river and sea cruises across the English Riviera and along the beautiful river Dart in South Devon. We are open mid April right through to November…

      Establishment Features

      • Dogs-Accepted
      • Dogs Welcomed

      Venue Facilities

      • Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.None
      • Groups Welcomed
    2. The Rhinos 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
      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

      Address

      Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

      Telephone

      01803 525723

      Price

      Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket

      Type

      Type:

      Golf Course

      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.

      Price

      Price £3.50 to £7.00 Per Ticket
    3. 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
      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

      Address

      Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, DEVON, TQ2 5LZ

      Telephone

      +44 (0)1803 299992

      Type

      Type:

      Leisure/Swimming Pool

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025Various 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…

      Children & Infants

      • Facilities for children
      • Child Friendly Facilities

      Venue Facilities

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

      Key Features

      • Groups

      Establishment Features

      • Cater for groups

      Parking & Transport

      • Parking On Site
      • On-Site Parking

      Accessibility

      • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
      • Wheelchair Access
    4. Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
      Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
      he Story of Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tour
      The Agatha Christie Bust, Palk Street, Torquay
      Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
      he Story of Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tour
      The Agatha Christie Bust, Palk Street, Torquay

      Address

      English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

      Telephone

      07414 777606

      Type

      Type:

      Walking

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Apr 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

      Thanks to our extraordinary landscape and mild climate, Agatha's parents were enticed to move to Torquay. War with Napoleon 200 years ago prevented the wealthy Victorians from travelling to the French Riviera for the winters. So, they looked for a…

    5. Torquay from Rock Walk
      Torquay from Rock Walk

      Address

      Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

      Torquay

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Torquay has been one of the UK's top holiday destinations since Victorian Times when the gentry promenaded, bathing huts were wheeled down the beaches and anyone who was anyone had an attractive villa overlooking the sea.

    6. 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

      Type

      Type:

      Environmental Attraction

      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.

    7. Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Fishing Trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      See dolphins on a trip with Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Boy Richard fishing trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Fishing Trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      See dolphins on a trip with Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Boy Richard fishing trip, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon
      Dart Princess, Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferry, Paignton, Devon

      Address

      PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6AG

      Telephone

      01803 529147

      Type

      Type:

      Boat Trip

      PAIGNTON

      Dates

      From:
      1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025

      For over 60 years the Lane family and their crew have operated pleasure and fishing boats in Torbay and on the River Dart.

      Paignton Pleasure Cruises and Ferries aim to give all a memorable experience on the water with a wealth of knowledge about…

    8. Broadsands Beach Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Centre

      Address

      Promenade, Broadsands, Churston, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6HL

      Telephone

      07706 124053

      Type

      Type:

      Activity Centre

      Churston, Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Apr 2025to30 Sept 2025

      Based at stunning sandy Broadsands Beach in Paignton. We offer kayaks, pedalos and stand up paddleboards. All equipment less than 4 years old. Buoyancy aids supplied for all users and must be worn. Lifeguard on duty at all times. RYA qualified…

    9. A man, a woman and a young child feel the giraffes at Paignton Zoo on the Giraffe Experience
      A man, a woman and a young child feel the giraffes at Paignton Zoo on the Giraffe Experience
      A woman and a young boy feed a giraffe at Paignton Zoo. The Giraffe Experience at Paignton Zoo.
      A man, a woman and a young child feel the giraffes at Paignton Zoo on the Giraffe Experience
      A woman and a young boy feed a giraffe at Paignton Zoo. The Giraffe Experience at Paignton Zoo.

      Address

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

      Telephone

      01803 697500

      Type

      Type:

      Unique Experience

      Paignton

      Dates

      From:
      1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

      Get up close with the giraffes and help out with their feeding time. You’ll have the chance to chat with one of Paignton Zoo's knowledgeable keepers and learn all about each individual giraffe from the people that know them the best!

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