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  1. Things to Do
    Find the best things to do in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. What makes your perfect holiday? If it’s the chance to see and try new things you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do on the English Riviera in South Devon.
  2. English Riviera Attractions
    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 Christie’s famous riverside home and more.
  3. On The Water
    The English Riviera is set around a large horseshoe shaped bay and sheltered by the rolling hills of Dartmoor - both of which provides a warm microclimate, and safe, shallow waters. Our long sandy beaches, secluded coves and crystal clear waters create a mediterrean vibe, and mean that water-based activities are the favourite thing to do for both locals and visitors here in Devon's Beautiful Bay.
  4. Boat Trips & Ferries
    Devon’s beautiful English Riviera is set within a sheltered bay with stunning coastal scenery. The rich geological landscape is so unique that it has received international recognition and is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, one of only 8 in the UK and 140 in the world.

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  1. Brixham Theatre, entertainment for everyone

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2026

    Address

    Brixham Theatre, New Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8TA

    Telephone

    01803 415987

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    28 May 2026

    We are an independent, heritage theatre, situated at the heart of the English Riviera, in the beautiful, vibrant, historic fishing port of Brixham. We offer a year-round programme of events to cater for all tastes these include a wide variety of…

    Type

    Type:

    Cinema & Film

    Add Brixham Theatre Movie Nights and National Theatre Live to your Itinerary

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  2. poster of the opening information
    poster of the opening information

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00

    Address

    Kirkham Street,, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2AX

    Telephone

    01803 211211

    Price

    Free

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2026Open 13:00 - 16:00

    Guided tours available of a Medieval Tudor property and Paignton's oldest house.

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage

    Price

    Free

    Add Kirkham House Tours by Paignton Heritage Society to your Itinerary

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  3. Dates

    From:
    26 May 2026

    Address

    Cockington Village, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    26 May 2026

    The VMCC Dartmoor (The Vintage Motorcycle Club) will be displaying an array of vintage and classic motorcycles on the front lawn and in the Sea Change Craft Studios area at Cockington Court.

    VMCC Dartmoor is a small group of enthusiasts who ride…

    Type

    Type:

    Participatory Event

    Add Fungaia – Wearable Giant Fungi & Family Craft Workshops to your Itinerary

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  4. Superplants & Microorganisms: Seagrass Stories, Artizan Collective, Fleet Street, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00

    Address

    Artizan Collective, 74 Fleet Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EB

    Telephone

    07522509642

    Price

    Free

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00

    As part of our Strata Stories exhibition celebrating the 2026 Geopark Festival, join us at Artizan Collective Gallery for an evening dedicated to the vibrant marine ecosystems of the English Riviera.

    We are diving deep into the hidden underwater…

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Price

    Free

    Add Superplants & Microorganisms: Seagrass Stories to your Itinerary

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  5. picture of the outside of Torquay Museum

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Torquay Museum, 529 Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HG

    Telephone

    01803 293975

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    23 May 2026to31 May 2026Various Opening Times

    Free Geopark Films : Torquay Museum
    Short geology films showcasing the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, presented during museum opening hours.

    Location: Torquay Museum – Pengelly Theatre

    Date & Time: Throughout the Geopark Festival

    Who it’s…

    Type

    Type:

    Film

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  6. Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon
    Street and Craft Market, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    5 Jan 2026to16 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Union Street, TORQUAY, Devon, TQ1 1ES

    Telephone

    07533 578247

    TORQUAY

    Dates

    From:
    5 Jan 2026to16 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    So why not get yourself down to Union Street in Torquay and say Hello and to our lovely traders and local shops.

    We are here up to 4 pm daily

    Stalls will vary week to week but normally include food outlets, jewellery, pillows and quilts and…

    Type

    Type:

    Market

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  7. Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Man laying down in front of the Agatha Christie bust
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life - English Riviera Walking Tours
    Man laying down in front of the Agatha Christie bust

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    07414 777606

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn't matter!

    This fascinating walking tour tells the story of her extraordinary life, which is as interesting as any of her novels. Whilst following the stunning…

    Type

    Type:

    Walking

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Earth Stories: Tales from the Global Geoparks, Artizan Collective, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00

    Address

    Artizan Collective, 74 Fleet Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EB

    Telephone

    07522 509642

    Price

    Free

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    29 May 2026Open 18:30 - 20:00

    Discover the pulse of our planet.
    As a headline event for the 2026 Geopark Festival and our flagship exhibition, Strata Stories, Artizan Collective Gallery invites you to a profound exploration of the world beneath our feet.

    We are honored to…

    Type

    Type:

    Talk

    Price

    Free

    Add Earth Stories: Tales from the Global Geoparks to your Itinerary

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  9. singing in the twilight on a beach

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2026

    Address

    Maidencombe, DEVON, TQ14 9SU

    Maidencombe

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2026

    Shanties on the Beach : The Out of Tunas Shanty Crew
    An atmospheric sunset performance of traditional sea shanties and maritime stories.

    Location: Maidencombe Beach

    Date & Time: Wednesday 27 May, 7:30pm

    Who it’s for: All ages

    Geopark Connection:…

    Type

    Type:

    Free

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

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