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With the personality and values of a traditional English inn and the luxurious style and facilities…
Set above the bustling harbour of Brixham with its rich maritime history, this lively holiday park…
As holiday lets in South Devon go, they don’t get much better than this! Just off Green Road,…
Plan your Devon holidays in Torquay, Paignton or Brixham - the beautiful English Riviera.
You’ll find everything is on your doorstep – regardless of what your interests may be.
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.
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.
Sandcastle on the beachHowever, 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!
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.
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.
To find out more about The English Riviera, please visit our partner site: www.englishriviera.co.uk.
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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…
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…
Torquay
With the personality and values of a traditional English inn and the luxurious style and facilities of a boutique hotel, the Cary Arms & Spa offers you a relaxed and modern…
Torquay
Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
Kents Cavern is an extensive labyrinth of caverns with spectacular natural formations, widely used by prehistoric people. The human…
Brixham
Galmpton Touring Park is a family run park, set in a stunning location catering exclusively for touring caravans, tents and motorhomes. We also have two holiday lets & are…
Galmpton, Nr Brixham
As holiday lets in South Devon go, they don’t get much better than this!
Just off Green Road, near the site of Galmpton Touring Park, you’ll find the Sail Loft, a…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Torquay
Feel like a giant at Babbacombe Model Village as you explore 4 acres of award-winning gardens showcasing hundreds of model scenes, vehicles & people.
If you haven't been…
Torquay
The Aqua Lounge Is Our Contemporary Cafe Bar Offering A Varied Menu, Starbucks Coffee, A Selection Of Fresh Cakes And Treats And Pirate-Themed Soft Play Feature For Children…
BRIXHAM
Nestled in the heart of this historic fishing town, Beacon House bed & breakfast commands the most stunning views of Brixham Harbour, the marina and out into the bay. This…
Torquay
Open to the public without having to enter Living Coasts, the Café is situated on the edge of Torquay harbour with a panoramic sun terrace and large indoor seating area. It's…
Paignton
The Queens Hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Paignton. The hotel is centrally located on the level and is just 200 yards from Paignton town centre shops and seafront.…
46 Trail routes throughout Devon
Who doesn’t love a good treasure hunt? With 46 self-guided Treasure Trails across Devon, your next adventure isn’t far away! Have you got what it takes to follow the route…
Brixham
You will love relaxing in the comfortable lounges at Harbour Reach, watching the constant activity in the fishing harbour as the boats come in to unload their catch. You can…
Torquay
Living Coasts, Torquay's award-winning coastal zoo and aquarium, is an all-weather attraction, located on Torquay seafront in South Devon and is open every day (except…
Goodrington Sands, Paignton
Experience Real Adventure this Summer with Reach Outdoors!
No visit to the English Riviera is complete without a trip to Reach Outdoors to experience one of our unique…
Meadfoot, Torquay
Right in the heart of the English Riviera, this sought-after family-friendly destination offers beautifully appointed apartments in a range of sizes suitable for singles,…
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