 | Kents Cavern Kents Cavern is one of the most important Palaeolithic caves in Northern Europe and the oldest recognisable human dwelling in Britain. It holds beautiful and spectacular geological formations and significant prehistoric finds, some over 700,000 years old. Babbacombe Model Village The Babbacombe Model Village is an attraction within garden.
Over 450 models and new features every year! Paignton Zoo Paignton Zoo is home to thousands of amazing animals and plants. Visit the desert, cross the savannah, explore the forest and trek through the tropics. Use your senses to discover the wild world: look around, listen out - you’ll even need your sense of smell!
It’s a great day out for everyone.
Berry Head Country Park This is Torbay's most important wildlife site and one of England's 200 National Nature Reserves. Quaywest Water Park Enjoy the WETTEST and WILDEST fun at the English Riviera's outdoor Waterpark.
Don't forget your swimsuit!
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Pennywell is an all weather experience. Milk the goats, race a ferret or bottle feed the baby lambs
Action rides, indoor and outdoor zones, live events, animal centre and more.
A glorious woodland garden on the banks of the Dart estuary.
Tucked away in a steep wooded valley, Berry Pomeroy Castle is the perfect romantic ruin. Within the 15th-century defences of the Pomeroy family castle looms the dramatic four-storey shell of the great Elizabethan mansion of the Seymours.
This well-preserved and beautifully sited castle juts out into the narrow entrance of the Dart Estuary. Begun in the late 14th century, a defence called 'the Fortalice' was intended to protect the homes of Dartmouth merchants from shipborne
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Inspired by French and Italian architecture, the grand marble staircase and the gallery modelled on the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles is a must see. Beautiful gardens surround the Paignton Mansion.
Wander back in time and relive the nostalgia of over 20 life-size Victorian shops and shop windows filled with thousands of original items form candles to porcelain, dolls, dolls houses and Victorian dresses.
Take a journey into the town's fascinating past - find out more about local wildlife, famous people and Torquay through the ages.
Living Coasts features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and loveable penguins to playful fur seals, colourful puffins to waders and sea ducks.
An excellent source of artistic talent and culture.
Re-live Drakes incredible world voyage of 1577 aboard this full sized replica, moored in Brixham harbour.
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Superb swimming in clean clear water. Sandpits and bathing raft. Surfski, kayak, boogie boards, wet suit and snorkel hire. Lifeguard on duty during the summer.
Home to a Roman Catholic Community of Benedictine monks.
This is a real treat for lovers of nature and wildlife. The Butterfly Farm is a specially designed and maintained exhibition of living exotic butterflies and moths.
Explore over 75,000 sq ft of indoor play including toddler-only areas, cuddle the friendliest animals and relax with delicious, locally-produced food created for you by our team of chefs.
Interesting history and magnificent architecture
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Steam trains from Paignton, running along the spectacular Torbay coast with superb views across the Bay, inland to Churston and then down to the beautiful Dart estuary to Kingswear for the ferry to historic Dartmouth.
Situated within the beautiful Cockington Country Park. You are welcome to watch the traditional manufacturing process and take this opportunity to buy direct from the maker.
Waves Leisure Pool, Lifestyle Health & Fitness Suite and The Bay Brasserie
The Trust is dedicated to the conservation of the natural and built environment of Torbay and the surrounding area, the provision of recreational facilities and environmental education.
The Brixham Heritage Museum and History Society, located in Brixham, Devon, U.K., an historic town and fishing port.
Situated on the beautiful
Babbacombe Downs, in Torquay,
South Devon.
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High on Dartmoor Becky Falls Woodland Park, with its huge oak canopy, rugged landscape, massive granite boulders and waterfalls, provides some of the most scenic and enjoyable walks in the south west as well as loads of fun for all the family throughout the seasons.
Dartington makes the perfect gift for any occasion. Pure contemporary lines and that special sparkle are a welcome addition to any celebration.
Prickly Ball farm is a busy 'hands on' hedgehog hospital and wildlife garden centre where you can meet, touch, and learn about hedgehogs and much, much more!.
Makers and puveyors of a world famous range of glass marbles, glassware and decorative glass accessories, traditional toys and crafts.
Enjoy, learn and care about our Oceans through amazing, memorable experiences.
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