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The English Riviera in the heart of glorious South Devon offers something for everyone, whatever your taste.
Coastal & Geological Features
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Along the 22 miles of the English Riviera coastline are 19 beaches and coves. Some are wide, open stretches of sand with beach facilities, such as cafes, beach huts and water sports. Others are smaller and more secluded. Several of our beaches hold coveted awards for cleanliness and water quality.
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A climate that belongs somewhere much further South
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Kents Cavern - Home to Neanderthal man tens of thousands of years ago.
Babbacombe & St Marychurch
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Babbacombe Theatre - see the 2012 variety show 'Stardust' and other visiting acts throughout the year.
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Bygones museum - four attractions in one: Life size Victorian Street - Period Rooms from Victorian era - 28ft Model Railway and Railwayana - First World War trench and Military displays
Brixham
Cockington Village - A living breathing time capsule just a mile from Torquay sea front
Paignton
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Paignton Zoo - Recent new arrivals are the Rothschild giraffe born on Valentines day and a zebra foal born on 28th February, the zoo's first Zebra birth for ten years
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Torquay
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Boat Trips - see South Devon's beautiful bay from the sea, visit Agatha Christie's holiday home at Greenway, or do a little sea fishing.
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Living Coasts - Torquay's coastal zoo and conservation charity. Did you know that seahorses are native to Torbay. Find out more about this and other sea life at Living Coasts
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Princess Theatre - for shows ranging from Dreamboats and Petticoats to Swan Lake to the Chinese State Circus to name but a few.
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At the Riviera Centre you will find Torquay's indoor beach with Fun Pool, complete with flume ride and wave machine. There are shows for children, an indoor soft play area, a fully equipped gym, sauna, restaurants, bars and much more.
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Torquay Museum - a journey of discovery for all ages ranked among the finest in South West England.
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Torre Abbey - with its abbey ruins is Torquay's oldest building. Currently closed for restoration will be re-opening in 2013/14
Railways - a choice of venues for the steam railway enthusiast
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South Devon Railway - Seven miles of former GWR branch line running through the stunning Dart valley between Buckfastleigh and Totnes
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West Somerset Railway - The longest Steam Heritage Railway in the UK which runs for 20 miles from Bishops Lydeard, near Taunton, to Minehead is well worth the journey from Torquay. The surrounding countryside is as varied as it is beautiful. The gently rolling Quantock hills and distant Exmoor, unspoilt villages and farms nestling in leafy lanes, the cliffs and coast of the Bristol Channel with views of distant South Wales, confident Church Towers, Dunster's imposing Castle and Minehead's seaside charm are all waiting to be discovered.
Totnes and Dartington Hall are less than 30 minutes away. Totnes is an Elizabethan river town with an ancient castle. The beauty of Dartington Hall with its glorious gardens and world famous arts and music activities makes this an essential place to visit. Dartmouth, Dartmoor, Salcombe, Exeter and Plymouth can all be easily reached.
Forthcoming Events:
Agatha Christie Festival - 9th September to 16th September. Full details of the program of events can be found at www.agathachristiefestival.co.uk
Babbacombe Festival - 15th June to 24th June. Further details of the program of events can be found at www.babbacombe.org
Information on other events and attractions can be found at www.whatsonsouthwest.co.uk
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