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  1. Excursions, Day Trips & Tours
    The English Riviera is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark in South Devon. It is one of only eight in the UK and 140 in the world. A geopark is an area of globally recognised unique geological interest with fascinating landscape, coastlines and places.
  2. Boat Trips & Ferries
    Devon’s beautiful English Riviera is set within a sheltered bay with stunning coastal scenery. The rich geological landscape is so unique that it has received international recognition and is a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, one of only 8 in the UK and 140 in the world.
  3. Animals & Wildlife
    If you love animals and wildlife then Devon’s English Riviera has a host of attractions just for you. There are lots of places to explore that will create wonderful memories to take home.
  4. History & Heritage
    The beautiful English Riviera has a fascinating history and is a very exciting location for the heritage enthusiast.
  5. Art & Culture
    Beyond the wilds and beauty of Tor Bay’s iconic coastline lies a vibrant arts and culture scene of unique museums, diverse theatres and creative festivals.
  6. Beaches
    The South Devon coastline offers an ever-changing feast of sandy beaches, rocky outcrops, secluded coves, historic viaducts, elevated cliff tops, rockpools and wooded areas. And Devon’s famous English Riviera, a designated UNESCO Global Geopark, is the perfect base to experience it all.

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  1. An arial view of Berry Head, part of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark.

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    Address

    Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AJ

    Telephone

    0844 474 2233

    Brixham

    Dates

    In 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 7 sites in the UK and Ireland to hold this special status.

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    Type:

    Environmental Attraction

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  2. Brixham
    Trawlers in Brixham harbour
    Trawlers in Brixham harbour
    Boat trips from Brixham
    Brixham
    Trawlers in Brixham harbour
    Trawlers in Brixham harbour
    Boat trips from Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AW

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    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 – or taste the local catch in one of the town’s cafés or restaurants.

    Another of Brixham’s…

  3. Woodlands at Berry Head Nature Reserve, Brixham, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Gillard Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AP

    Telephone

    01803 882619

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    You may be surprised to know there are woodlands on this well-known headland - almost 20 acres of it! With large footpaths and good visibility between trees, the woods at Berry Head Nature Reserve is an ideal place to allow young children and dogs…

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    Type:

    Parkland/Woodland Garden

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  4. Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon
    Breakwater Beach, Brixham, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AF

    Telephone

    01803 857593

    Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Close to the mouth of Brixham harbour is Breakwater Beach, one of the cleanest beaches on the
    English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay. Not only is it a Blue Flag beach, but it has a Combined Seaside (resort) Award
    and been recommended by the…

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Parking & Transport

    • Parking On Site

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  5. Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JG

    Telephone

    0844 474 2233

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Visiting attractions on the English Riviera is now easier than ever with so many focusing on making access a priority so that a day out on the English Riviera is a day out to be enjoyed by all.

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  6. A man working as a steam train driver, Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company. The Footplate Experience. Paignton to Kingswear.
    Steam Train passing through Goodrington, Murder on the Riviera Express, part of the International Agatha Christie Festival, Paignton, Devon
    The Goliath vintage steam train engine with carriages travelling through the English Riviera Countryside. Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company.
    A man looks out of the cabin of a vintage locomotive. Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company. English Riviera.
    A man working as a steam train driver, Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company. The Footplate Experience. Paignton to Kingswear.
    Steam Train passing through Goodrington, Murder on the Riviera Express, part of the International Agatha Christie Festival, Paignton, Devon
    The Goliath vintage steam train engine with carriages travelling through the English Riviera Countryside. Dartmouth Rail and River Boat Company.
    A man looks out of the cabin of a vintage locomotive. Dartmouth Steam Railway and River Boat Company. English Riviera.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Feb 2026to2 Nov 2026

    Address

    Dartmouth Steam Railway, Queen's Park Station, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6AF

    Telephone

    01803 555872

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    10 Feb 2026to2 Nov 2026

    Treat someone (or even yourself) to an unforgettable experience - enjoying the amazing viewpoint of the open locomotive. You'll observe and understand what all the jobs involve and don't forget to bring your camera along to capture the moment you…

    Type

    Type:

    Unique Experience

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  7. Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler
    Pilgrim of Brixham, Heritage sailing trawler

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Heritage Pontoon, Brixham Harbour, Berry Head Road, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9BW

    Telephone

    01803 858148

    Berry Head Road, Brixham

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Pilgrim of Brixham Adventure Sailing is provided by the Pilgrim Heritage Sailing Foundation which is a registered charity and operates from the historic Brixham Harbour in Devon, UK. We sail Pilgrim along the Devon and Cornwall coast, the Isles of…

    Type

    Type:

    Maritime

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  8. View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton
    View from the sea inland at Preston Sands, Paignton
    Preston Sands, Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Address

    Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NU

    Telephone

    01803 555729

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    A short walk from Paignton is Preston Sands, a great family beach. On this safe, clean beach you can sunbathe, swim or make castles in the sand, or why not grab a fishing net and explore the rock pools at low tide?

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  9. Torre Abbey
    Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Devon
    Group Tour, Torre Abbey, Devon
    Torre Abbey
    Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Torquay, Devon
    Outside, Torre Abbey, Devon
    Group Tour, Torre Abbey, Devon

    Dates

    From:
    28 Jan 2026to18 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Address

    The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Telephone

    +44 01803 293593

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    28 Jan 2026to18 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site. 
    Come and enjoy a visit exploring Torbay's most historic building, garden and impressive displays, world-class collections and exhibitions, complemented by modern amenities and special accessibility…

    Type

    Type:

    Abbey/Priory

    Venue Facilities

    • Groups Accepted

    Key Features

    • Groups

    Establishment Features

    • Cater for groups

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to Wheelchair Users

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