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  1. Top 10 Beaches
    The English Riviera really stands apart from other UK destinations because of the incredible beaches that are on offer. Use this guide to explore our Top 10 Beaches.
  2. Top 10 Coastal Walks
    Get closer to nature and explore the Naturally Inspiring English Riviera through walking the coast.
  3. Accessible Beaches
    Find accessible beaches in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham on the English Riviera.
  4. Dog Friendly Beaches
    With 22 miles of coastline, long sandy beaches and hidden coves, there are plenty of places to enjoy the seaside at the English Riviera, but what about your four-legged friend? Use this guide to discover the best places to enjoy a beach dog walk and understand the summer restrictions for dogs on beaches.
  5. England's Seafood Coast
    Named England’s Seafood Coast for good reason, the English Riviera is home to the UK’s finest seafood and the world-famous Brixham Fish Market, where some of the nation’s best chefs source their seafood.
  6. Beach Hut Stays
    Hugging the water’s edge in a sheltered sunny spot, a beach hut stay could be just the magical get-away from-it-all break you need.

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  1. Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Cliff railway, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Cliff railway, Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    This is a great beach for all ages! paddling for the young and a variety of watersports for the older and braver! Accessible via a steep road or you could take the amazing Babbabacombe Cliff Railway.

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    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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  2. Kayakers in the sea, English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6JF

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
    Saltern Cove is one of the SSSI designate site in the English Riviera Geopark and a Local Nature Reserve. Unique in Britain, this nature reserve extends underwater to a point 376 metres below the…

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    Type:

    Beach

  3. Beacon Cove

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2EP

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Beacon Cove is a perfect haven away from the main beach of Torquay, close to Haldon Pier.

    There is a small promenade above a tiny shingle beach and its sheltered position makes it a warm sunny spot even out of season. At the turn of the century…

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    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dog Friendly

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  4. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AJ

    Telephone

    01803 851806

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Along the coast from the busy fishing harbour of Brixham is Shoalstone Beach. This isn’t just a shingle beach, but has a sea water swimming pool too, so still plenty of activities to keep everyone happy.

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    Beach

  5. Man Sands, Nr Brixham, Devon
    Man Sands, Nr Brixham, Devon
    View of Man Sands from the Kingswear direction
    View of Man Sands from the Sharkham direction
    Man Sands, Nr Brixham, Devon
    Man Sands, Nr Brixham, Devon
    View of Man Sands from the Kingswear direction
    View of Man Sands from the Sharkham direction

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    BRIXHAM, Devon, TQ5 0AJ

    BRIXHAM

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Man Sands is a wonderfully secluded pebble beach with sand exposed at low tide. There is no parking near the beach, and it can be accessed only on foot either from Sharkham Pint along the coastal path (which has some steep sections) or by walking…

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    Type:

    Beach

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  6. 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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  7. Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach
    Slipway to Paignton Beach
    Paignton Beach

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Torbay Council, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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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  8. Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam railway passing Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Quay West at Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon
    Steam train going past at Goodrington Sands in Paignton, Devon
    Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN

    Telephone

    01803 665485

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    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
  9. View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NU

    Telephone

    01803 555729

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

    A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?

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    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
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