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Cary Arms & Spa
With the personality and values of a traditional English inn and the luxurious style and facilities…
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…
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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Cary Arms & Spa
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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: HERE
Feel like a…
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…
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…
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…
Summerhill Hotel
Paignton
Set in the heart of Torbay, Summerhill’s fabulous position offers views across the Bay and coastline towards the bustling fishing port of Brixham. We are a Trip Advisor…
Southbank Townhouse
Torquay
We are a family run business who took over the Southbank Townhouse end of June 2021, after many years working in the hospitality and the education sector.
We believe…
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…
Beverley Holidays Paignton
Paignton
Situated in a stunning South Devon location overlooking the sea, Beverley Holidays in Paignton is where happy holiday memories are made. Our family run group of holiday parks…
Coast Holiday Homes
Coast Holiday Homes is a holiday letting agency based in scenic South Devon, run by an experienced husband and wife team.
We offer a fantastic range of holiday homes…
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,…
Splashdown Quaywest
Paignton
From 6th September throughout the month we are closed during the week but open at the weekends from 10-5pm You must book your tickets in advance here.
Make a big splash…
Haytor Hotel B&B
Torquay
The Haytor Hotel Torquay is a beautiful Victorian Villa built in the 1835 offering quality luxury Bed & Breakfast.
We have beautiful gardens and are just a few minutes…
The Queens Hotel
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.…
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