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  1. Football
    The nation’s passion for football extends down to the beautiful English Riviera – with our very own Torquay United Football Club.
  2. Rugby
    Sport brings people together - whether watching, supporting or playing. So why not enjoy your sporting passion on the beautiful English Riviera?
  3. Golf
    There are some wonderfully appointed and highly welcoming golf clubs on Devon’s English Riviera. In Torquay and Brixham there are beautiful 18-hole parkland golf courses, both with stunning views of the coastline and the English Riviera’s warm climate allows you to play golf all year-round. You’ll also find some lovely pitch and putt courses and adventure golf courses for the whole family.
  4. Sea Swimming
    The English Riviera is protected by the hills of Dartmoor creating little wind and a mild microclimate.

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  1. hollicombe beach
    hollicombe beach
    hollicombe beach
    hollicombe beach

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2DN

    Telephone

    01803 207975

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Hollicombe Beach, sits between Torquay and Paignton. With its distinctive red sand backed by tall cliffs it’s a sunbather’s paradise, and there’s a slipway to the beach giving easy access for people of all abilities.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted - Not in Summer
  2. 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.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Establishment Features

    • Dogs-Accepted

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site
  3. Dates

    Address

    South Embankment, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9BH

    Telephone

    01803 555872

    Dartmouth

    Dates

    The paddle steamer Kingswear Castle is the last remaining coal-fired paddle steamer in operation in the UK today.

    Type

    Type:

    Historic Ship

    Add Kingswear Castle Paddle Steamer to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  4. Brixham Breakwater

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AF

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Protecting Brixham Harbour is the massive structure of Brixham Breakwater, stretching for half a mile offshore. It's a pleasant walk along the length, and from the far end you gain a very different perspective of the harbour and town.

    Type

    Type:

    Pier

  5. 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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01803 697500

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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!

    Type

    Type:

    Unique Experience

    Add Giraffe Experience - Paignton Zoo to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  6. Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera
    Vineyard Safari at Sandridge Barton in Stoke Gabriel, English Riviera

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026

    Address

    Sandridge Barton, Waddeton Road, Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6RL

    Stoke Gabriel, Totnes

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2026to23 Dec 2026

    A guided trip to our vineyard and back through our winery with tastings along the way.

    Our biggest tour offers a full insight into how we produce our award-winning wines, starting in the vineyard and going all the way through to the winery.

    Type

    Type:

    Unique Experience

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Add Vineyard Safari - Sandridge Barton to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  7. Torquay Tennis Club in Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Tennis Club in Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    Address

    Shedden Hill, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5TY

    Telephone

    01803 209500

    Torquay

    Dates

    All players, old and new, are very welcome to come and enjoy our extensive facilities, within a very friendly atmosphere. The club has an all inclusive concept whereby it has 'something for everyone.' From developing new players, having a vibrant a

    Type

    Type:

    Tennis

    Add Torquay Tennis Club to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  8. Steam locomotive Goliath over the beach huts at Goodrington Sands
    Cardiff Castle, Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company
    Paddlesteamer "Kingswear Castle" at the entrance to the River Dart.
    Steam locomotive approaching Broadsands.
    Cardiff Castle arriving in Dartmouth from Totnes in mid summer
    Steam locomotive Goliath over the beach huts at Goodrington Sands
    Cardiff Castle, Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company
    Paddlesteamer "Kingswear Castle" at the entrance to the River Dart.
    Steam locomotive approaching Broadsands.
    Cardiff Castle arriving in Dartmouth from Totnes in mid summer

    Dates

    Address

    Kingswear Signal Box, The Square, Kingswear, Devon, Devon, TQ6 0AA

    Telephone

    01803752370

    Kingswear, Devon

    Dates

    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.

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Trip

    Add Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

  9. Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour boat trips
    Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour
    Paignton Harbour boat trips

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6DT

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026

    Paignton Harbour nestles on the western shores of Tor Bay, situated midway between Torquay and Brixham harbours. Its understated beauty and authentic ‘fishing haven’ feel are often overlooked by visitors to the area.

    Type

    Type:

    Canal / Waterway / Marina

    Add Paignton Harbour to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

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