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Great adventures begin in Devon
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Feel like a giant at Babbacombe Model Village as you explore 4 acres of award-winning…
Set above the bustling harbour of Brixham with its rich maritime history, this lively holiday park…
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.
Number of results: 49
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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…
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
Torquay's Dinosaur World is a fun interactive indoor exhibition of dinosaurs and fossils!
We are the only exhibition of its kind in the south west and have over 70 full…
Paignton
Dartmouth Steam Railway steam trains travel seven miles along the South Devon coast and into the Dart Valley with stations at Goodrington Sands, Churston and the beautiful…
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…
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
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…
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…
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…
Torquay
Established in 1196, Torre Abbey is a museum of history and art housed in an Ancient Monument, with beautiful and award winning gardens. Plus "kids" (Under 19) enter for free…
Paignton
Make a big splash at the UK’s largest outdoor waterpark!
Choose from 8 adrenalin-pumping, tumbling, twisting slides and rides. Get all ‘tyred’ out on the fantastic Surf…
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,…
Torquay
Based in the heart of the fabulous English Riviera, Jet Set Go! offers a unique way of exploring this stunning section of Devon coastline. Starting from MDL Marina Torquay,…
Torquay
This hotel, with its superb location by the marina, across from the promenade, offers guests stylish accommodation on the picturesque seafront. The hotel's two bars, bustling…
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…
Paignton
With over 2,500 animals across 80 acres of beautiful, spacious grounds – you are in for a really wild time at Paignton Zoo! Located in South Devon, Paignton Zoo is one of the…
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…
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.…
Paignton
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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…
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