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English Riviera Holidays

The warmest of welcomes awaits you on the English Riviera, South Devon’s Beautiful Bay. Surrounded by stunning coast and countryside, the towns of Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham offer fantastic all year round holidays for everyone, from couples to families, who want their holiday pound to go that little bit further.

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A Beach Holiday and So Much More

The English Riviera may be most famous for its award winning beaches and exotic palm trees, but it has much more to offer than just seaside holidays. The English Riviera has more attractions than any other resort in the UK and is also a Global Geopark. Getting out on the water is what our visitors love to do, and there is a great selection of boat trips and tasty local food and fresh fish to enjoy. Torquay is the birthplace of crime writer Agatha Christie, and the whole resort is the location for a packed programme of all year events and festivals including the annual Agatha Christie Festival. 

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Things to Do

If you’re a parent, then you’ll understand the benefits of having things to do on holiday. The English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, is a popular destination with families holidaying in the UK. In addition to safe, secure beaches and rolling countryside that's just begging to be explored, the area is jam-packed with things to see and do for visitors of all ages.

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Plenty to See

The English Riviera has more attractions than any other seaside resort in the UK!
For families looking for things to do, Torquay is a hive of activity throughout the year. There are plenty of beaches to choose from, Kents Cavern to explore and the brilliant Living Coasts coastal zoo to visit, where you can walk with penguins. There are also plenty of sightseeing excursions, and boat and fishing trips out into the bay. You’ll also find that it’s the HQ for a host of maritime events and regattas – but don’t worry if you don’t own a boat; there’s plenty of spectator points around the coast and each event brings its own festivals and celebrations.

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Plenty to Do

Paignton is most famous for its wonderful zoo, whilst Babbacombe plays host to a world in miniature in the form of its acclaimed Model Village. In Brixham, you can find a replica of Sir Francis Drake’s ship, the Golden Hind.

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Food & Drink

Eating out on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay will guarantee you some memorable gastronomic experiences. It’s not all about blowing big bucks either; there are eateries to suit all types of taste-bud and virtually every budget.

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Dining

For eating out, Torquay is spoilt for choice, with a selection of Mexican, Indian , Italian ,French and Thai, Chinese and Latin American restaurants on hand for an international flavour as well as family favourites Harvester and Wetherspoons. If it’s a real taste of the Westcountry you want, then head to the harbour for Rockfish Fish and Chips, and Brixham’s a great place for seafood too.

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Celebrity Chefs

The English Riviera and South Devon are a destination of choice for top class and celebrity chefs. Torquay’s Elephant Restaurant is the base for celeb chef and Michelin-star holder Simon Hulstone, while the head chef of the nearby Grand Hotel is Richard Hunt, star of television’s Iron Chef. Not far away you’ll find Mitch Tonks in Dartmouth and Michael Caines in Exeter.

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Places To Visit

With so much to see and do on the English Riviera, South Devon’s beautiful bay, you really can tailor your holiday to suit your tastes – right down to the way you choose to explore it.

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Holidays in Devon

The Riviera was made for families and couples. There are popular and child-friendly beaches to bask on, or secluded coves that can help you leave the madding crowds far behind. Whether you want an outdoor holiday filled with walks and cycle trails or something a little more laid back, there’s something to suit all tastes and budgets. Adventure or relaxation – you decide.

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Choose your Break

Explore Torquay and you’ll see how the Riviera has reinvented the traditional seaside resort as a cosmopolitan tourist destination. The centre for many maritime events and regattas and with bustling bistros and cafés, Torquay offers everything you could want from a 21st century break.

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