3) Explore

Kayaking – 3

A stunning way to explore the coast and coves from the water and truly explore the UNESCO Global Geopark from a different perspective. Book a lesson, which includes hire of all the equipment or try a guided tour and brush-up on your local history, cultural heritage, geology and wildlife knowledge. Look out for marine foraging, birdwatching and conservation experiences. Gently does it.

When: Best May – October

Set aside: 3 hours

Try:

• Reach Outdoors (multi award-winning)
• Sea Kayak Devon
• Sea Kayak Torbay
• Try your hand at food foraging too, look out for upcoming events on the What’s On guide.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) - 3

Once you’ve got the hang of standing on your board – some say it’s easier than kayaking - you can relax and explore the stunning coast to your heart’s content (and it will be content!). Take a lesson and learn the basics then hire a wetsuit and board and you’re off. See the stunning coast and wildlife at sea-level and explore. The jaw-dropping geology of the coastline tells a 400-million-year-old story!

When: All year round.

Set aside: 3 hours minimum

Try:

• Reach Outdoors
• Soak

Learn Something New – 3

Whilst away from home and the everyday grind take the time to learn a new skill or deepen your knowledge. Learning experiences are everywhere. Explore heritage at Torquay or Brixham Museum, visit Torre Abbey, a scheduled ancient monument with a staggering 800 years of history or head out to Greenway House & Gardens and learn about Agatha Christie and her life. Look out for events and activities to come along to, there’s always something going on, whether a hands-on breadmaking course at Occombe Farm or a lecture or a tour at one of our museums.

When: All year round.

Set aside: 2 to 3 full days to explore.

Try:

• Torquay Museum, Brixham Museum or Torre Abbey
• Greenway House & Gardens
• Occombe Farm
• English Riviera Sightseeing Tours