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Devon’s English Riviera is set around a large, idyllic, horseshoe shaped bay sheltered by low hills. The coastline is stunningly beautiful and the importance of its geology has made it a UNESCO Global Geopark with long sandy beaches, secluded coves and crystal clear waters. For lovers of water-based activities Devon’s English Riviera is a dream location with sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, water skiing, wakeboarding, speedboat trips, coasteering and scuba diving all available.

Reach Outdoors, Goodrington

The Reach Outdoors Adventure Centre offers single and tandem kayak hire, stand-up paddleboard hire and coasteering and is based at the Seashore Centre near the beach at Goodrington. You can also try their Torbay Kayak Tours using sit-on-top kayaks, which are stable and user friendly. There are short 1.5 hour tours, half day and full day tours and a picnic lunch can be provided. They also offer wild camp kayak expeditions where you will explore sea caves around Berry Head and Sharkham Point, catch and cook your supper and sleep on a remote beach. Protective clothing and safety equipment is provided.

Kayaking

Tor Bay is heaven for canoeing, kayaking and sea kayaking with open waters, sea caves and secret passages to explore. Providers include Reach Outdoors at Goodrington and IBEX Canoe Club at Brixham.

Paddleboarding

The calm, sheltered waters of Tor Bay are perfect for learning to paddleboard, now popular with all age groups and abilities as a fun way to explore the coastline. Providers include Reach Outdoors, based at the Seashore Centre at Goodrington.

Coasteering

For adrenaline lovers of all ages, coasteering is hugely exciting. You’ll head along the rocky outcrops on the English Riviera’s beautiful coastline, scrambling along on foot, swimming and jumping from exhilarating heights. Locations include Ansteys Cove and the sea caves at Daddyhole near Torquay. See the coast as you’ve never seen it before and come back buzzing. Providers include Reach Outdoors, based at the Seashore Centre at Goodrington.

Scuba Diving

The Bay is a treasure trove of marine species and scuba diving is popular here. Providers include Dive Torquay based on Meadfoot Beach, Torbay BSAC based at Torquay Harbour and Divers Down on Babbacombe Road.

Learning to Sail and Powerboat

The calm waters of Tor Bay are a wonderful place to learn to sail on dinghies, yachts and motorboats. Torbay Sea School in Brixham offers a wide range of Royal Yachting Association (RYA) yachting courses from Start Sailing and Competent Crew to Yachtmaster. They also offer powerboat tuition. Paignton Sailing Club offers dinghy sailing with a selection of RYA courses from beginners to more advanced sailing with spinnakers – courses for adults and juniors. There are a number of heritage vessels moored in the Bay. You can try sailing on Vigilance of Brixham, a restored 78-foot heritage sailing ketch based in Brixham. They offer the excitement of sailing a classic yacht on morning, afternoon or evening sailing trips. The Trinity Sailing Trust, also in Brixham operates three traditional sailing vessels: Leader, Provident and Golden Vanity and they offer a range of cruising and training courses.

Disabled Sailing

The Disabled Sailing Association based in Torquay is a non-profit-making service run for the disabled by the disabled and gives you the chance to participate as fully as you are able in a seagoing sailing experience.

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Reach Outdoors

Goodrington Sands, Paignton

Explore the Geopark’s spectacular coastline with an adventure to remember. Reach Outdoors are an Award winning outdoor activity company and are here to make your visit to the English Riviera one to remember. We provide Coasteering, Kayak and Stand…

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Royal Torbay Yacht Club

Torquay

The Club hosts many prestigious sailing championships including inter alia, the One Ton Cup and the Dragon World Championship Torbay Regattand has managed to achieve a justified reputation (which it retains) as a leader in race management.
Paignton Sailing Club

Paignton

Paignton Sailing Club is predominantly a dinghy racing club and is host to the Torbay Spring and Autumn Regattas.
Brixham Harbour and Marina

Brixham

Brixham Harbour is located on the southern side of Tor Bay and boasts one of the largest fishing fleets in the UK, plus a thriving fish market to support it.
Torbay Leisure Centre

Paignton

Located in the heart of Paignton we are a leisure centre offering a 25m swimming pool as well as a trainer pool, 120 station gym, including Queenax Rig, sports hall, 4 squash courts,a friendly onsite café and even a Velopark!
There is also a…
Waves Leisure Pool

Torquay

No matter what the weather our pool offers great fun for all the family! With wave machine, flume, water activity centre, sloping access and heated to a lovely 30 degrees the pool is warm & welcoming!
Brixham Marina

Brixham

Brixham Marina is in the heart of Brixham, a picturesque Devon town in the wider area of Torbay. Sheltered from the south-westerly winds and offering safe access in all weathers and at all states of the tide, the 485-berth marina is the perfect base…
Clennon Lakes

PAIGNTON

Clennon Lakes is a nature reserve consisting of manmade lakes created by the council in the 1980s. They are the most important wetland site on the English Riviera and home to many species found nowhere else in the Bay. On the lakes, you will find an…
Paignton Harbour

Paignton

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.
South West Rib Rides

Brixham

Southwest Rib Rides is Torbay’s only speed boat ride, offering a range of trips for the whole family. Explore the beautiful Torbay coastline from the comfort and safety of our fantastic rib ‘Go Ballistic’.
Take in sights such as Elberry cove,…
Torbay Sea School

Paignton

Torbay Sea School incorporates Torbay Sailing School and is situated in the beautiful English Riviera in South Devon. We have Torquay, Paignton, Brixham and Dartmouth right on our doorstep.
Torquay Watersports

Torquay

Torquay Watersports offers various ways to get out on the water and have some fun.
Our flagship 12m vessel Raptor offers a 30 minute high speed trip around the bay and is the ultimate RIB Ride.
Want something more leisurely? Then our 1 hour RIB…
Torquay Harbour & Marina

Beacon Quay, Torquay

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…
Brixham Yacht Club

Brixham

Founded in 1937, the Brixham Yacht Club is recognised as one of the premier clubs on the south coast of England, as it continues to grow in both membership and stature.
The clubroom, formerly a sail-loft, together with the Jubilee Room Restaurant,…
Torquay Marina

Torquay

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…
Shoalstone Outdoor Pool

Brixham

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…

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