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During winter, the English Riviera plays host to an exciting event: The Bay of Lights! Taking place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, the whole Bay will come alive with a flurry of illuminated events.- Sometimes it’s nice to get away for the festive period and spend Christmas and New Year with family and friends by the sea! Whether you’re looking…
- Can there be anything more British than a delicious hearty, homecooked roast dinner or a carvery on a Sunday afternoon any time of year? Of course,…
- Eating out on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, will guarantee you some memorable gastronomic experiences. Named England’s Seafood…
- Just like our French cousins, the English Riviera is well accustomed to glamour and glitz. We have superyachts lined up in Torquay harbour that…
- There's a huge choice of attractions in the Bay including renowned caverns, a model village, a steam train, a zoo, a huge waterpark, Agatha…
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- From:
- 15 Nov 2025
Address
Imperial Hotel, Park Hill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2DGTelephone
01803 295433Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 15 Nov 2025
Step into a magical winter evening in the elegant surroundings of the Imperial Torquay for the Rowcroft Winter Charity Ball — a glittering night of celebration in support of a truly meaningful cause.
Begin your evening with a chilled glass of…Type
Type:
Charity
Dates
- From:
- 16 Nov 2025
Address
Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZTelephone
0844 871 7615Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 16 Nov 2025
Seven Drunken Nights: The Story of The Dubliners, the world’s No.1 celebration of Ireland’s most iconic band, will return to UK theatres in 2025 for its biggest and best ever tour.
Direct from the West End and having sold out venues worldwide,…
Type
Type:
Performance
Dates
- From:
- 21 Nov 2025to22 Nov 2025
Brixham
Dates
- From:
- 21 Nov 2025to22 Nov 2025
Brixham will celebrate its Christmas Lights Switch on with ‘Lanterns, Lights and ‘luminations’.
Organised by Brixham Town Council, Lanterns, Lights & ‘luminations was first launched in 2007 and has grown in popularity in recent years. The event has…
Type
Type:
Show/Display
Dates
- From:
- 22 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
Address
Babbacombe Model Village, Hampton Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LATelephone
01803 315315Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 22 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 16:30
Visit Babbacombe Model Village this Christmas and enjoy festive scenes during the day & night, plus magical illuminations with lots of Christmas sparkle and festive lighting.
Type
Type:
Christmas
Dates
- From:
- 26 Nov 2025
Address
Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZTorquay
Dates
- From:
- 26 Nov 2025
Tony Hadley has announced a brand new UK tour for 2025, which will be a spectacular celebration of swing and crooner classics, as well as his own hits reimagined and he's bringing his show to the Princess Theatre, Torquay!
Type
Type:
Performance
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
Address
Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JETorquay
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
Torre Abbey’s popular Christmas gift and craft fair is returns.
Set in the stunning Spanish Barn at Torre Abbey.
The fair features unique handmade local items, including Christmas decorations, toys, jewellery and crochet gifts. Visitors can also…
Type
Type:
Fete/Fair
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
Address
Various locations throughout the English Riviera, Devon, TQ2 5JGDates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
This year, the English Riviera will play host to an exciting event: The Bay of Lights! Taking place throughout Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, the whole Bay will come alive with a flurry of illuminated events.
From lantern parades, to a steam train…
Type
Type:
Christmas
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
Address
Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JETelephone
01803 293593Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
The abbey will be transformed into a breathtaking blend of light, history, and festive joy. Audiences will embark on a magical journey through the abbey's rich history, from its 12th-century origins to today. "Alive with Light" is a stunning visual…
Type
Type:
Christmas
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
Address
Various locations, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ2 5JGTORQUAY
Dates
- From:
- 28 Nov 2025to2 Jan 2026
The Bay of Lights Illumination Trail returns, bringing a sparkle of seasons spirit to the English Riviera.
Explore our stunning 1.5-mile trail adorned with 18 breath-taking light installations. Delight in interactive activities, stunning visuals,…Type
Type:
Christmas
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