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Babbacombe Model Village
Babbacombe Model Village currently recommend that people book an arrival slot in advance, you will…
Hampton by Hilton Torquay Harbour
Overlooking the Harbour, Hampton by Hilton Torquay sits right in the heart of the English Riviera…
Cary Arms & Spa
*Rental Cottages – Available from 12th April 2021 Beach Huts, Beach Suites and Luxury Seaview…
The English Riviera
From stunning coastline and award-winning beaches to a wealth of visitor attractions and some great value accommodation, the English Riviera has all the ingredients for a fabulous holiday, any time of year.
You’ll find everything is on your doorstep – regardless of what your interests may be!
Blue Flag Beaches and a UNESCO Geopark
Torquay offers nostalgic Devon holidays with a contemporary twist. Fringed by palm trees and boasting a number of award-winning and dog friendly beaches, Torquay has all the necessary ingredients for a traditional beach holiday for all the family.
If you want something a little out of the ordinary, then why not experience the English Riviera Geopark, formed over a staggering 400 million years? This stretch of stunning coastline is recognised by UNESCO as a Global Geopark, and here you can not only get to grips with a unique environment, but also enjoy a host of unusual sporting events that have everything from gentle challenges for beginners to greater hurdles for the more hardcore contingent. There’s great value packages to try, such as Mussels by Moonlight, Coasteering, Canoeing the Coves and you can even 'Catch and Cook' your own dinner! You’ll be taken out sea fishing to catch mackerel in the waters of Tor Bay and then cook it up into a feast at Occumbe Farm.
Our very special Geoplay Park is a family-friendly location that has been specifically designed to introduce children of all ages to the English Riviera’s fascinating geological history. Find out where the dinosaurs roamed and how our ancient ancestors lived thousands of years ago!
Family friendly fun
Alternatively, you could take a trip to Babbacombe Bay. If you want beautiful vistas and stunning panoramas, Babbacombe Bay has the highest cliff-top promenade in England, offering stunning views of South Devon. But if you’d rather immerse yourself in what the coastline has to offer, you can learn to scuba dive or just keep an eye out for the seals and dolphins that are frequent visitors to these shores.
Nearby Paignton is famous for its zoo, but there are other things to be enjoyed by all the family. With a number of safe and award-winning beaches in the area, kids can enjoy the educational and fascinating aspects of rock-pooling and crabbing. There’s even a Seashore Centre on Goodrington Sands for those who want to learn a bit more about what they’ve caught. If it's a nautical experience you're after, then head to the harbour town of Brixham and see the life-size replica of the Golden Hind or stroll along the breathtaking Berry Head peninsula.
Busy days and entertaining nights
But it’s not all days out in Devon. Torquay, Paignton and Brixham have some fantastic nightspots, bars and restaurants. Whether you’re after a few drinks and a bit of a boogie or the full fine-dining experience, the local clubs, pubs and restaurants are sure to have just what you’re looking for.
With so much to do and see, you want the best accommodation in Devon for your needs and your budget. Thankfully, there are plenty of places to stay in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham ranging from luxury hotels to family-friendly B&Bs. But they all have that warm, West Country welcome in common, giving you that ‘home from home’ feeling. If you want to tie in what you want to do with where you want to stay, check out our interactive Devon map or simply browse this website for further information.
More Information
To find out more about The English Riviera, please visit our partner site: www.englishriviera.co.uk.
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South Bay Holiday Park
Brixham
Set above the bustling harbour of Brixham with its rich maritime history, this lively holiday park is fantastic for families. With an indoor and outdoor pool, newly…
Cary Arms & Spa
Torquay
*Rental Cottages – Available from 12th April 2021
Beach Huts, Beach Suites and Luxury Seaview Rooms will open on 17th May.
Our outdoor sun garden terraces will…
TLH Leisure Resort
Torquay
Perfectly situated in the heart of Torquay, TLH Leisure Resort has everything you could want from a UK break or holiday. Choose from 4 quality, 3 star hotels and self…
Spa at the Cary Arms
Torquay
The glass faceted sea-facing spa includes a waterfall hydrotherapy pool, relaxation area, steam room, sauna, exotic experience shower, gym, three treatment rooms - one being…
Galmpton Touring Park
Brixham
Galmpton Touring Park, near Brixham is a lovely, quiet family run park, set in a stunning location adjacent to Greenway, the much-loved riverside holiday home of Agatha…
Babbacombe Cliff Railway
Babbacombe, Torquay
Babbacombe Cliff Railway is, as the name suggests, in Babbacombe, on the outskirts of Torquay in Devon, on the stunning English Riviera. It provides a comfortable and…
Restaurant at the Cary Arms
Torquay
The Best of Devon Restaurants
With the freshest of seasonal produce from the south Devon Coast
At Cary Arms & Spa, we serve gastro food cooked simply. The…
Hampton by Hilton Torquay Harbour
Torquay
Overlooking the Harbour, Hampton by Hilton Torquay sits right in the heart of the English Riviera and is Torquay’s newest hotel. The hotel offers 131 contemporary guestrooms,…
Babbacombe Model Village
Torquay
Babbacombe Model Village currently recommend that people book an arrival slot in advance, you will then pay at the gate by card. Find more information: https://model-village…
Holiday Cottages at the Cary Arms
Torquay
Perfect for luxury breaks on the Torbay coast
For the ultimate luxury seaside break in Devon, why not rent one of our four newly restored cottages? Choose from a three…
Barramore Holiday Apartments
Torquay
The Barramore offers stylish self catering holiday apartments open all year, in own grounds with pretty garden and heated swimming pool (pool open 20th May - end September)…
Grosvenor House Torquay
Torquay
Grosvenor House is a charming husband and wife run licensed guest house, situated in a quiet but central Torquay location, just behind the newly restored Torre Abbey, in the…
Heathcliff House B&B Exclusively for Adults
Torquay
Looking for somewhere amazing to stay?
Located in Torquay at the Heart of the English Riviera, Heathcliff House is a four star, multi Award Winning bed and breakfast…
Splashdown Quaywest
Paignton
All being well we will be opening on 1st May 2021, tickets are on sale now and need to be booked in advance. No walk up tickets will be available.
Make a big splash at…
The Imperial Torquay
Torquay
This magnificent 19th century Victorian four-star hotel commands a cliff top position, overlooking Torbay and the beautiful Devon coast. A historic property, built in the…
Driftwood Boutique B&B Brixham
BRIXHAM
Driftwood Boutique Bed & Breakfast
Welcome to Driftwood in the heart of Brixham Harbour (as seen on the Channel 5 show 'Our Dream Hotel') with contemporary bathrooms,…
Kents Cavern Torquay
Torquay
Join the Tribe!
An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Kents Cavern is one of Europe’s top and most exciting Stone Age caves, with an extensive…
Haytor Hotel
Torquay
The Haytor Hotel Torquay is an elegant detached Victorian Villa built in the 1830's and set in three quarters of an acre with stunning gardens and sun terrace.
The…
The Palace Hotel & Spa
Paignton
Set in beautiful grounds, The Palace Hotel is situated in a desirable location on Paignton’s Esplanade and directly opposite Paignton seafront with Paignton town centre only…
Beacon House Brixham
BRIXHAM
*** See our 5* Reviews on Trip Advisor here.***
With rustic and nautical charm and with incredible views, Beacon House bed & breakfast can be found nestled in the…
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