Search,Plan

And Book

Search

Winter on the English Riviera: Events & Activities

Explore Our

Winter Wonderland

Featured

  1. Bay of Lights
    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.
  2. Train of Lights
    The Devon Train of Lights is an illuminated festive spectacle guaranteed to wow new and returning visitors of all ages.
  3. Christmas & New Year
    Christmas and New Year are a great time to visit the English Riviera. The attractions in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham put on a glittering selection…
  4. Winter Breaks
    Snuggling up in front of a roaring log fire with a loved one. Exploring the stunning, wild winter landscape. Or Christmas shopping in the vibrant…
  5. Christmas & New Year Breaks
    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…
  6. Fireworks & Bonfire Night
    There are bonfire and firework displays all year round on The English Riviera. Your short trip or holiday in Torbay, Devon is sure to go off with a…

Refine By

Refine your search

Location
Facilities

Number of results: 47

, currently showing 10 to 18.

  1. Exterior of Greenway House, the holiday home of Dame Agatha Christie

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    The Cary Arms, Beach Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 327110

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2026to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times

    The Agatha Christie Experience
    A coastal escape inspired by the Queen of Crime

    Step into the pages of history and mystery with a two-night literary escape on the English Riviera.

    Follow in the footsteps of Agatha Christie — from the elegant…

    Type

    Type:

    Local Culture

    Add Cary Arms - The Agatha Christie Experience/Curated Stay to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  2. The Carpenters Experience, Brixham Theatre, Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01803 415987

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026

    When we were young we'd listen to the radio, waiting for our favourite songs. Now they're back again, like a long-lost friend, all the song we loved so well. . . The UK's leading Carpenters show, featuring the amazing voice of Maggie Nestor and…

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Add The Carpenters Experience to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  3. Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms

    Dates

    From:
    9 Jan 2026to30 June 2026

    Address

    The Cary Arms, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LX

    Telephone

    01803 327110

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    9 Jan 2026to30 June 2026

    Experience an exclusive lunch or evening spa session at our luxurious South Devon spa with full access to our wellness suite. Take time to relax and refresh in our waterfall hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and exotic experience shower.

    Enjoy…

    Type

    Type:

    Event

    Add Twilight Spa & Dine at The Cary Arms to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  4. Adele The Candlelight Concert, Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Address

    Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe Downs, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

    Telephone

    01803328385

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00

    Prepare to be swept away by an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring music as Xperience Live proudly presents ‘The Music of Adele – The Candlelight Concert.’ Surrounded by a warm, glowing sea of candles, this breathtaking live experience celebrates…

    Type

    Type:

    Music

    Price

    Price £28.00 Per Ticket

    Add Adele The Candlelight Concert to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  5. Friends the Musical Parody, Prrincess Theatre, Torquay, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    24 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026

    Address

    Princess Theatre, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EZ

    Telephone

    0844 871 7615

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    24 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026

    Get ready for non-stop laughs with your favourite Friends.
    FRIENDS! The Musical Parody, the hit New York and Las Vegas sensation, is a sidesplitting musical comedy packed with iconic moments from all ten seasons of the beloved television series.…

    Type

    Type:

    Performance

    Add Friends! The Musical Parody to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  6. Torre Abbey

    Dates

    From:
    20 Jan 2026to15 Mar 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Telephone

    +441803293593

    Price

    Free

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    20 Jan 2026to15 Mar 2026Various Opening Times

    inDISPOSABLE is a public art project working with marginalised, nomadic and street attached individuals. Using the conceptual and literal lens of photography, this project aims to change the public's perception of this community and to better…

    Type

    Type:

    Arts and Culture

    Price

    Free

    Add inDISPOSABLE to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  7. Rapunzel, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    19 Feb 2026

    Address

    Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, TQ3 3HF, Paignton, Torbay, TQ3 3HF

    Telephone

    01803 665800

    TQ3 3HF, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    19 Feb 2026

    Rapunzel, Rapunzel let down your hair!” From TaleGate Theatre Productions, the team that brought you ‘The Frog Prince’, ‘The Little Mermaid’ and ‘Alice in Wonderland’ comes this hair-raising adventure.

    Join Rapunzel as she escapes the tower from…

    Type

    Type:

    Performance

    Add Rapunzel to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  8. K-pop performance workshop

    Dates

    From:
    17 Feb 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00

    Address

    Paignton Library and Information Centre - Visitor Information Point, Great Western Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5AG

    Telephone

    01803 714460

    Price

    Price £7.00 Per Ticket

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    17 Feb 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00

    Join Made for the stage in this fun story and performance workshop
    Join us this Lunar new year for a fun K-pop day at Paignton Library.

    'We are Hunters voices strong': learn how to be a demon hunter by using your voice and learn some of Huntrix…

    Type

    Type:

    Dance

    Price

    Price £7.00 Per Ticket

    Add K-pop performance workshop to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

  9. Child playing with a leaf  Little Acorn Welly Walks Coleton Fishacre National Trust

    Dates

    From:
    25 Feb 2026to20 May 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    Coleton Fishacre, Brownstone Road, Kingswear, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 0EQ

    Telephone

    01803 843235

    Kingswear, Dartmouth

    Dates

    From:
    25 Feb 2026to20 May 2026Various Opening Times

    Discover the magic of the season with your little ones at Coleton Fishacre.

    During term time, explore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. Come dressed for messy…

    Type

    Type:

    Children's

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

    Add Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre to your Itinerary

    Visit Website

    Web Site

Searching for something...
  • Accommodation
  • What's On
  • Things to Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Searching for something...
  • Accommodation
  • What's On
  • Things to Do
  • Food & Drink
  • Shopping
Accommodation Search
Check Availability
Arrival Date:
Guests in Room/Unit 1 Child Ages
Add Room
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Things to Do Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
What's On Search
Dates
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Food & Drink Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...
Shopping Search
Type:
Area:
Location
Keyword:
I'm interested in...

I like the winter in the English Riviera when it is quieter.

I like the mix of sea, countryside, history and great food and drink.

Search

Search, plan and book

Book Now

Search

Book Now

Search
Hello.
We'd love to hear what you think about the English Riviera!
Complete our short survey below to enter our free draw, and be in with a chance to win a two night bed and breakfast stay at the Mercure Hotel in Paignton.

Don't Miss