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  1. Things to Do
    Find the best things to do in Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. What makes your perfect holiday? If it’s the chance to see and try new things you’ll be spoilt for choice for things to do on the English Riviera in South Devon.
  2. Top 10 Beaches
    The English Riviera really stands apart from other UK destinations because of the incredible beaches that are on offer. Use this guide to explore our Top 10 Beaches.
  3. Agatha Christie
    Dame Agatha Christie, known throughout the world as the ‘Queen of Crime’, is a literary genius, was born in Torquay and remained on the English Riviera for much of her life.
  4. UNESCO Global Geopark
    With our rich geological history and diverse landscapes, the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the natural world.
  5. Major Events
    As you’d expect from an international tourist destination in South Devon, there’s an amazing calendar of exciting annual events to suit every passion and taste.

Major Events in 2025

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  1. Pirate Festival
    The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, held in Brixham, Devon takes place over the Early May Bank Holiday weekend, is a swashbuckling mix of seaside shenanigans and pirate-themed fun for all the family.
  2. English Riviera Airshow
    The spectacular English Riviera Airshow will return the first weekend of June. Make a weekend of it and stay over to explore all that the English Riviera has to offer during this fabulous weekend.
  3. English Riviera Walking Festival
    From 14th-22nd June 2025, the English Riviera Walking Festival will take over the Bay once more. Join us as we discover the hidden treasures from local guides in South Devon.
  4. Electric Bay Festival
    NEW! FATBOY SLIM ANNOUNCED AS FIRST HEADLINER FOR ELECTRIC BAY 2025 ON SATURDAY 12TH JULY Plus more Acts to be announced This dedicated open air dance music festival brings something new to the area, with the stunning Torre Abbey Meadows hosting the three day event being held 11th-13th July.
  5. (c) The Christie Archive Trust
    Agatha Christie is Torquay's most well-known resident and the best selling author of all time. Every year Torquay celebrates the life and work of its most famous resident with a Festival, supported by the Arts Council of England, and this year is no exception.
  6. England's Seafood FEAST
    In September every year, England's Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses.

Travel Information

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  1. One of the great things about taking a holiday at home in the UK is the time (and money) you can save on travelling.
  2. Accessible entrance to the English Riviera Visitor Information Centre on Torquay harbourside, Torquay, Devon
    The English Riviera Visitor Information Centre offers a range of services including a good range of Devon information leaflets, brochures and maps, plus information on local events, theatres and visitor attraction information, accommodation booking, theatre and event tickets.
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    Something for

    Every Season

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    1. Spring in South Devon is particularly beautiful, when the countryside bursts into a vibrant tapestry of many vivid colours.
    2. You don't need to travel abroad to find sun, sand and surf. It's a lot less stressful and much easier on the pocket to visit the English Riviera.
    3. The leaves change into their glorious jewel-like colours and our cosy pubs and restaurants offer snug shelter from the autumn weather.
    4. Enjoy our almost uninhabited award-winning beaches, magical woodland walks, beautifully landscaped parks & rugged cliffs.

    We have so many

    Events all year

    Highlights

    The Agatha Christie Festival

    The programme can be viewed by carrying out a diary search via www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on…

    Red Arrows display at the English Riviera Airshow, Paignton, Devon

    The naturally inspiring sky of the English Riviera is ready to host the Bays flagship event. The…

    A group of people walking along the South West Coast Path between Paignton and Brixham.

    Pack your rucksacks, fill your flasks, dig out your walking boots and join us at the English…

    Brixham Trawler Race

    Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out with two lap race around the Bay and fun…

    SUPERCHAMPS English Riviera Championships

    Torbay will host the SUP championships as part of a 4 year plan to bring international level…

    Carousel at Paignton Festival, Paignton, Devon

    Paignton Festival is run by a small team of dedicated volunteers, who rely solely off donations…

    Torbay Pride, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon

    A weekend of inclusive family fun. Everyone is welcome! Pride events are always inclusive, times of…

    Torbay Steam Fair, Churston, Near Brixham, Devon

    Torbay Steam Fair is now one of the biggest events on the English Riviera events calendar and…

    Fatboy Slim Loves Torquay poster image Norman Cook, Electric Bay, English Riviera

    Fatboy Slim announced for Electric Bay 2025! Electric Bay is a unique open air music festival…

    Fresh hake cooked for the Seafood FEAST, Brixham in Devon.

    England’s Seafood FEAST England’s Seafood Coast will play host to a feast for all the senses for 2…

    English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival 2023, English Riviera, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

    The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Festival 2025 returns from 24th to 30th May.  A…

    Brixham Pirate Festival. Brixham, Devon

    The annual Brixham Pirate Festival, with a crew made up of first-time brigands and buccaneers, held…

    Towns and villages

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    1. With its iconic palm trees, busy harbour, international marina, sandy beach and wonderful array of continental style cafes, restaurants and cocktail bars.
    2. Plenty to see and do in and around Paignton
      One of the brightest jewels in the English Riviera's crown, you are met with the welcoming sight of its long stretch of beautiful and easily accessible beachfront and traditional pier.
    3. Brixham is a colourful fishing port in Devon on England's South West coast.
      Brixham has been the centre of the area's fishing industry for centuries. You can find out more about the town's maritime past at the Brixham heritage Museum.
    4. The delightful gardens at Babbacombe Downs have attained the prestigious Green Flag award, an international accolade recognizing the high environmental standards.
    5. Cockington Court country park is located in Torquay and is famous for its beautiful countryside walks, gardens and thatched cottages.
      Take a walk back in time along Cockington’s narrow lanes, lined with thatched houses and you’ll experience a quiet charm that is quintessentially English.
    6. Kids having fun at Goodrington beach.
      Glorious Goodrington is set in a wonderfully attractive, sheltered bay and has a beautiful long, sandy beach, offering the best of Devon seaside fun.

    With 22 miles of

    coastline and 20 beaches on offer, 

    there's something 

    for everyone!