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The English Riviera

Just a few of the attractions and places of interest are listed here. If you have any specific interests please contact us for more information.


Torbay - The English Riviera

The English Riviera is collectively formed from the three towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham. The area enjoys a climate that is warmer than the rest of the country and more akin to the mediterranean.

Torquay
South facing, with a sunny aspect, the English Riviera has enjoyed a reputation as a health resort. Offering visitors all the facilities expected of an international holiday destination, with a wealth of attractions and activities awaiting the energetic...alternatively a sun lounger awaits those wanting a bit of r & r.

Paignton
The oldest of the three towns is in the centre of Torbay, and the distinctive red sandstone lends the area it's Mediterranean feel. The stunning safe beaches and coastline, along with the many attractions, make Paignton the UK's premier family resort.

Brixham
Nestling in the rugged cliffs at the southern end of Torbay, fishing has been carried out from Brixham for more than 900 years and remains in the forefront of today's industry - mostly crabbers and trawlers operate from the harbour. As you'd expect, there are plenty of seafood restaurants to sample.

Torquay Harbourside

Torquay Millenium Bridge
Historic Towns  

Visit the historical Towns of Totnes, Dartmouth/Kingswear, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and numerous picturesque villages and hamlets scattered throughout the countryside and along the coast where you will find places of interest, restaurants and of course the perfect pub.

Totnes Castle
Attractions  
Woodlands Leisure and Adventure Park
Pennywell Farm and Wildlife Centre
Paignton Zoo
Living Coasts
Buckfast Butterflies and Otter Sanctuary
Buckfast Abbey
Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway
Dartmouth Castle
Dartington Hall and Gardens
Totnes Castle
Greenway House.
Britannia Royal Navel College Dartmouth
River Link (Dartmouth-Totnes)
Kents Cavern.
Local Attractions
Golf  
Thurston Golf Club.
Churston Golf Club.
Dartmouth Golf and Country Club.
Stover Golf Club.
Torquay Golf Club.
Teignmouth Golf Club.
Golf
Riding / Horse Racing  

Stables are available locally in Kingsbridge, Ivybridge and South Brent. Trekking is available across Dartmoor.

Horse racing takes place at Newton Abbott and there are seasonal point-to-point races through out the area.

Horse riding
Further a field  
Becky Falls, Haytor,
The River Dart Country Park
Miniature Pony Centre.
The National Marine Aquarium, and the Dome.
Morwellham Quay nr Tavistock.
The Eden Project St Austell
Morwellham Quay
Theatres/Cinemas/Concerts/Folk Music.  
The Princess Theatre Torquay, the Palace Theatre Paignton and the Theatre Royal in Plymouth all have a variety of shows through out the year. There are cinemas in Paignton and Torquay and a wide variety of concerts and music festivals on through out the season. Princess Theatre
Carnivals/Regattas  
These take place through out the season in the various villages and Towns with fairs and local attractions. The Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth Regattas take place in August some times with the Red Arrows taking part. Regattas in th area
Useful Information

Average Sunshine (May - Sept) 7.50 hours
Average Rainfall (May - Sept) 0.06".
Average Temperature (May - Sept) 17.5°C

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