Top Things to do in English Riviera
Top Hotels in English Riviera
- 1. The Meadfoot Bay
- 2. The Headland Hotel & Spa
- 3. Hampton by Hilton Torquay
- 4. The Meadfoot Bay
- 5. Premier Inn Torquay Seafront hotel
- 6. The Imperial Torquay
- 7. The Queens Hotel
- 8. Premier Inn Paignton Seafront (Goodrington Sands) hotel
- 9. The Grand Hotel
- 10. Lincombe Hall Hotel & Spa - Just for Adults
10 Free Things to do in English Riviera That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in English Riviera, United Kingdom including The Wildlife & Forts of Berry Head Trail, Elberry Cove, Cockington Country Park, Brixham Harbour, Babbacombe, Brixham Heritage Museum, Berry Head National Nature Reserve, Paignton Geopark, Torquay Harbour (Inner Dock), Meadfoot Beach.
Restaurants in English Riviera
1. The Wildlife & Forts of Berry Head Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By Jannerbloke - Devon, United Kingdom
Came up here for a few hours with the dog. Easy parking, well maintained footpaths and information boards. Panoramic views, dramatic cliffs and on our day bright blue sea, clear to an horizon, many miles away. Many well preserved battlements, a few cannon. Well defined moats and some appropriate modern foot bridges across them. Lots of protective fencing to keep dogs and children from falling from the near sheer cliff edges. At worst, very gentle inclines on a few paths.
2. Elberry Cove
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By AYCC2001 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Only take 10 minutes drive form campsite we found this little gem, this Cove was beautiful and the water was crystal clear, my family really enjoyed being here. According to Wiki that Agatha Christie wrote one of the scenes from this Cove (ABC Murders). Anyway worth visit while you are in the area.
3. Cockington Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,583 reviews
Cockington Country Park surrounds the picture postcard Cockington Village which lies just off the seafront near Torquay. The Country Park is free to walk around and features beautiful formal gardens, lakes and woodlands which can be enjoyed via a network of paths. Cockington Court and Cafe are nearby, along with a collection of craft studios where you can browse the creations of local artists and crafts people. The Cockington Country Park is cared for by local charity the Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust, who's volunteers operate a Visitor Centre in the village. Car parking is chargeable, although Trust members can park for free in the Trust's car park. Visit our website for more details. The park is open from dawn until dusk.
Reviewed By S5224RAdaveg - English Riviera, United Kingdom
It's always a bit of a surprise going into Cockington straight from Torquay! From hustle and bustle to tranquility. Give yourself a good about of time to look around the park with its lakes and arboretum, its little hidden nooks and crannies, cottages and hideaway. And take time to see the court with its history, displays, gallery and Seven Dials Cafe (associated with Agatha Christy) The church next to the court, which still has its services and weddings etc, shouldn't be missed. Its celebrating it's 950 anniversary 2020 with many events to look out for (don't miss the Hymns and Pimms) Cockington park also boasts a whole hive of arts and crafts nestled in the old stables and new Seachange Centre; from chocolate to glass blowing, blacksmith to mosaic artists, cakes to bouquets. Have fun!
4. Brixham Harbour
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,580 reviews
Reviewed By robinkmaddex - Brixham, United Kingdom
Love Brixham Harbour, a classic English working Harbour surrounded with great pubs and restaurants. You can walk around either side and on discover more beautiful and amazing little beaches with lovely food huts etc. Walk the 1/2 mile breakwater, visit Shoalstone seawater pool, carry on to Berry Head or around past the Fishing boats Quay to Battery Gardens and Fishcombe cove. So much so close!
5. Babbacombe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,356 reviews
Reviewed By 713ireneb - Doncaster, United Kingdom
Beautiful place ,breathtaking views don’t get all the way down to babbacombe beach on foot , Coming up not for the faint hearted , enjoy the view from Babbacombe downs or use the cliff rail to get down on the prettier Oddicombe combe beach Not much parking in front of the hotels on a busy day , plenty of space to park at the babbacombe model village car park and a 3 minutes walk and you are at babbacombe downs Plenty of water sports at Oddicombe beach Lovely time with the family , nice cafe and a shower at last on a beach in Devon !
6. Brixham Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 266 reviews
Brixham Heritage Museum was delighted to be awarded a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for 2015, the third year running, thank you all for making this possible! We were also joint winners of the Family Friendly Museum Award in 2013,despite nationwide competition. We offer a choice of activities which are suitable for a variety of ages, and we hold many 'special days' both within and outside of our Museum. There are opportunities to become amateur archaeologists, no matter how young, and many other "hands-on" experiences are found on both floor levels inside the building.For all visitors there are a variety of displays ranging from the prehistoric to the 1950s, with particular emphasis on the maritime industry of the area. We also offer Family History Research for all areas, and hold regular talks and social activities. For further information please view our website.
Reviewed By jjbl0ndie - Coventry, United Kingdom
As someone who has been to hundreds of museums, this one is excellent. A Tardis-like gem, it has a wide variety of exhibits which are well presented. The text panels have just the right amount of detail. Children also seemed to be engaged by various objects on display. In COVID times, they have installed an easy-to-follow one way system, and they limit guest numbers on entry.
7. Berry Head National Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 922 reviews
This stunning headland, with its iconic lighthouse and Napoleonic Fort, is surrounded by water on three sides and offers exceptional views across Torbay and beyond. You can enjoy some superb coastal walks, spot wildlife on land and at sea, or simply relax in the award-winning Guardhouse Café. Our Visitor Centre will tell you all about the Reserve, its history, wildlife and the work of Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust. Do check for opening times during off peak season. This is a must-visit day out and is either a pleasant walk from up from Brixham or short drive to the visitor car park. Dogs are very welcome throughout the site; leads are required in certain areas. Disability access is good with tarmac or laid paths into both the North and South Forts.
Reviewed By jshjtill - Bristol, United Kingdom
What a beautiful place.We were lucky to have glorious sunshine to explore the interesting history and take in the delightful views out to sea and across to Torquay in all its glory.We enjoyed coffee and then a delicious lunch in the pretty,friendly,efficient Guardhouse cafe.The family took the lovely walk up through the woods,but I,with a damaged knee,was very grateful for the easy walk up the path from the well maintained car park.Berry Head had been highly recommended by 2different sets of friends &certainly lived up to their praises.A superb day.
8. Paignton Geopark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 486 reviews
Reviewed By TinBoxTraveller - South Devon, United Kingdom
We regularly visit the Geopark when we are in Paignton. It's just off the beach and there's activities for all ages. In the summer the water and sand pit are great fun - make sure you bring a change of clothes or something you don't mind the kids getting wet. There's swings, a mini trampoline and small climbing frame for little kids, and for older kids there are some huge structures for them to climb over.
9. Torquay Harbour (Inner Dock)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 631 reviews
Reviewed By LoveTorquayUK - Torquay, United Kingdom
I have spent many a day wandering ever so aimlessly in such a chilled out and enchanting environment watching the Sun both rise and setting over the enigmatic Torquay harbour sheer Bliss
10. Meadfoot Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 478 reviews
Small stretch of shingle beach overlooking Torbay. Great for rock pooling. Good public toilets (open in Summer). Great friendly cafe. Access to cliff top walks. Back drop of the Osborne , a crescent georgian hotel. Parking available for beach on road and in small carpark.
Reviewed By Jimjop
Meadfoot is a great place to sit and enjoy a coffee at the beach cafe (which is great) and watch the sea and the waves . We always call while walking to Torquay over the cliff path en route from Babbacombe and Wellswood. Love it.
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