Along the Riveira’s 22 miles of coastline are 19 beaches and coves, choose from wide open stretches of sand with beach facilities and water sports, or visit one of the many smaller or secluded coves.

Torquay’s International harbour is the focus of life in the town, surrounded by a palm lined promenade and seafront gardens, it really does offer that Mediterranean feel.

Torquay and indeed most of the Riviera has a wide selection of Parks and open green spaces, offering everything from bowls, golf, tennis, football, kite flying etc. as well as various fun days and festivals throughout the season.

Torquay is renowned for offering a multitude of leisure activities from horse riding, go karts, paint ball to the famous Riviera pool and leisure centre, 10-pin bowling, cinema and theatres. For information on Babbacombe Theatre, please click here or for the Princess Theatre please click here.

Torquay itself offers a wide range of both national and local retail outlets, punctuated with excellent restaurants, cafes and bars.

Outside of Torquay itself there are many diverse and interesting places to visit from the adjoining resorts of Paignton and Brixham to the historic seaside port of Dartmouth. Cities such as The cathedral city of Exeter and further a field the award wining Eden Centre.