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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. 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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  2. 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

  3. 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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  4. Drone shot of Torquay harbour and marina
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Drone shot of Torquay harbour and marina
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Harbour & Marina, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Harbour Master, Harbour Office, Beacon Quay, Torquay, TQ1 2BG

    Telephone

    01803 292429

    Beacon Quay, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    With almost 1,000 berths available, Torquay Harbour is a well-protected yacht haven with access to some of the best facilities in the Southwest. It’s the ideal base from which to explore the English Riviera’s coast.

    Torquay Harbour lies on the…

    Type

    Type:

    Canal / Waterway / Marina

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  5. 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
  6. 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

    Add Leisure Pool at the Riviera International Centre to your Itinerary

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  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

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    Web Site

  8. Miss Lemon from English Riviera Custom Tours sitting on Agatha Christie's bench Torquay
    English Riviera Custom Tours at Burgh Island
    Greenway House being admired by a couple on a very sunny day
    Burgh island with the sea tractor crossing
    English Riviera Custom Tours on Dartmoor, granite tor
    Miss Lemon from English Riviera Custom Tours sitting on Agatha Christie's bench Torquay
    English Riviera Custom Tours at Burgh Island
    Greenway House being admired by a couple on a very sunny day
    Burgh island with the sea tractor crossing
    English Riviera Custom Tours on Dartmoor, granite tor

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1BG

    Telephone

    07832 614352

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Personal tours and experiences for independent travellers in Agatha Christie's Devon. 

    Miss Lemon has created custom made days out for those  with a passion for Agatha Christie, the Queen of Crime. These include Greenway and the utterly fabulous…

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Tour

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  9. Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon
    Cayman Golf, Brixham, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 0JT

    Telephone

    01803 845909

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Cayman golf is a family run business, which has been cleverly designed to create a short 18 hole (par71) golf course, built in 9 acres of picturesque Devon countryside on the outskirts of Brixham.

    Type

    Type:

    Golf Course

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Add Cayman Golf to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

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