The English Riviera’s classic seaside town — golden sands, a Victorian pier, a world-class zoo and one of the finest steam railways in Britain.
Welcome to Paignton, the warm heart of the English Riviera. While neighbouring towns draw visitors with fine dining and sailing glamour, Paignton delivers something rarer: genuine, unpretentious seaside joy. Wide golden beaches, a Victorian pleasure pier, Britain’s best coastal steam railway and a world-class zoo all sit within easy reach of each other. Whether you’re here for a family holiday or a quiet escape, Paignton has far more to offer than its cheerful, traditional reputation suggests.
As your hosts at The Hosting Company, we want your time here to feel genuinely special. This guide is packed with the places we’d recommend to friends, the tips the locals keep to themselves, and everything you need to make the most of Paignton and the surrounding area.
And remember — if you’d like us to arrange anything during your stay, from restaurant reservations and boat trips to activity bookings and tickets, just ask. We’re here to make every detail feel effortless.
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