The attractions in around the English Riviera are too numerous for us to mention them all, however, here are some of our favourite attractions in Paignton and around Torbay.

Paignton Zoo. Set in 80 acres of natural habitat you can discover hundreds of animals many of them endangered.

Quay West Beach Resort. Just behind Goodrington's long sandy beach, you will find the exciting and entertaining world of Quaywest. At its heart is a fantastic open air water park, Grand Prix Go-Karts and more fun on the water with the Bumper Boats.

Steam Railway. The Paington and Dartmouth Steam Railway takes you on a spectacular journey alongside Tor Bay, then through the wooded slopes to the river dart. From there you can take a ferry across to the pretty coastal town of Dartmouth.

Goodrington Sands. At the heart of the Quaywest resort and minutes from Paignton, this large sandy beach is well served with excellent facilities and water sports

Broadsands. A large, beautiful mainly sandy beach conveniently located for walks along the costal path.

Elberry Cove. 10 minutes walk from Broadsands, this sheltered, pebbly cove has deep water making it popular with water-skiers.

Further afield
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 it's 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 reached easily.

Paignton Zoo is only a mile or so away and there are river and sea cruises and steam train trips nearby.

Torquay has Kents Cavern and a large model village among other attractions and there is a go kart track on the way to the delightful fishing port of Brixham.