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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. 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
  2. Boat Trips from Torquay
    Boat Trips from Torquay
    Boat Trips from Torquay
    Boat Trips from Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    13 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

    Address

    Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    13 Apr 2026to31 Oct 2026

    A boat trip is the perfect way to experience the English Riviera from one of its best vantage points - the sea! Whether you're looking for a sight-seeing trip, fishing excursion or simply to cross the bay on a ferry, you'll find it all here.

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Trip

  3. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Devon Wide, EX4 8JN

    Telephone

    01392 201227

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Everything you need for a great day out in Devon is here at Devon’s Top Attractions, with over 40 top quality visitor attractions to choose from, all annually inspected and approved and all waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Take a look at their…

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    Type:

    Sub-Attraction

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted

    Key Features

    • Groups

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    Web Site

  4. Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham
    Dart Venturer at Toquay harbour just before departure to sail to Dartmouth!
    Dart Venturer crossing the Bay from Brixham to Torquay for the Western Lady Ferry service.
    Dittisham Princess on the Western lady Ferry service across the Bay
    Dart Venturer embarking passengers at Fish Quay, Brixham

    Dates

    Address

    6 Vaughan Road, Torquay Harbour, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EQ

    Telephone

    01803 293797

    Torquay Harbour, Torquay

    Dates

    The Western Lady Ferry Service has been operating an excellent ferry service between Torquay and Brixham for over 75 years.

    The 30 minute ferry ride across the Bay to Brixham and returning to Torquay is a stress-free, delightful way to view Torbay…

    Type

    Type:

    Boat Trip

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    Web Site

  5. Pictures of the hall and lake
    PGL, ACTIVITIES, BARTON HALL, Torquay, Devon
    Pictures of the hall and lake
    PGL, ACTIVITIES, BARTON HALL, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Kingskerswell Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JY

    Telephone

    03333 212 116

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    A coastal retreat, at the heart of the English Riviera, Barton Hall adventure activity centre is a great location for groups in South Devon and the surrounding area. Within the grounds, we have all the adventure activities your group could want –…

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Pursuits

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    Web Site

  6. Shoalstone Outdoor Pool, Brixham, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026to30 Sept 2026

    Address

    Berry Head Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9FT

    Telephone

    07444 453801

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026to30 Sept 2026

    Shoalstone Pool is a 53 metre sea water swimming Pool situated in a stunning position on Brixham sea front: one of only a few left in the country. It is built into a natural rock pool that in Victorian times was popular for bathing, and in 1896 two…

    Type

    Type:

    Leisure/Swimming Pool

    Children & Infants

    • Facilities for children

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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    Web Site

  7. 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
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon
    Oddicombe Beach, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

    Telephone

    01803 208443

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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.

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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    Web Site

  8. 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

  9. Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon
    Torquay Marina, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Vaughan Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EQ

    Telephone

    01803 200210

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Torquay Marina is in the north-east corner of Torbay and sheltered from the prevailing south-westerly winds, so it’s a safe haven for boats in all weathers. With modern facilities and superb bluewater cruising, it's popular with yachtsmen from home…

    Type

    Type:

    Canal / Waterway / Marina

    Add Torquay Marina to your Itinerary

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    Web Site

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