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Tag Archives: Paignton
Paignton Zoo
Every year over ½ million people visit Paignton Zoo making one of the most popular attractions in the South West. As a registered charity, the Zoo works to preserve endangered species and plants from around the world, while offering visitors … Continue reading
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Paignton and Dartmouth Steam Railway
A trip along the 6 ½ miles from Paignton where the main line ends down to Kingswear on the opposite bank to Dartmouth on the River Dart, this trip must be one of the most scenic steam train journeys in … Continue reading
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Showman’s Haulage Run – Torbay Steam Fair
On the Friday night, as part of the 2011 Torbay Steam Fair, a number of the engines recreated the run up to Furzeham Green from Brixham Harbour as the engines would have been used to bring the stalls and attractions … Continue reading
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Torbay Steam Fair
Visitors to The English Riviera in early August can enjoy the Torbay Steam Fair; an annual gathering of traction engines of all shapes and sizes. The 2011 event is the 25th anniversary of the event which takes place between Brixham … Continue reading
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Torbay Carnival
Previously known as children’s week, Torbay Carnival is a week-long series of events held around the Green in Paignton. It is timed to coincide with the first week of the school summer holidays, so takes place around the last week … Continue reading
Fairy Cove, Paignton
Hidden yet so convenient for Paignton centre. This is one beach that you almost want to keep secret for locals and explorers. Fairy Cove isn’t in the tourist guides but offers a practical location with amenities within walking distance. At … Continue reading
Preston Sands, Paignton
Located in the centre of The English Riviera, with views to Torquay on one side, and views to Brixham in the other direction, Preston Sands offers a family-friendly, safe sandy beach and good facilities. The beach is in Preston which … Continue reading
Paignton Beach
The main beach in Paignton offers family friendly fun. A sandy beach and safe bathing. Lifeguards in summer, beach kiosks and toilets. Paignton Beach in the centre of the town is a popular destination for visitors and locals all year … Continue reading
Elberry Cove between Brixham and Paignton
A quiet beach with no facilities. Picturesque surroundings. A 10 minute walk from the nearest car park. Elberry Cove lies between Brixham and Paignton surrounded by woodland and rolling fields. Due to it’s relative inaccessibility and lack of amenities, it … Continue reading
Caravan holidays in Brixham and Paignton
If you are looking for a caravan holiday, the Hoburne Holiday Park sits between Brixham and Paignton on the English Riviera with views across the bay. From the site, you can walk down to Goodrington Beach in around 10 to … Continue reading
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