Things to Do in South Devon
Go to listing ↓Mapzest Discover is a directory of real, independently listed places, events, travel options and places to stay across South Devon — currently covering Brixham, Dartmouth, Paignton, Salcombe, Teignmouth & Shaldon, Torquay, and Totnes & Dartington. Every listing is added and kept up to date by the business or organiser themselves, not scraped or summarised from elsewhere, so what you see here is as current as they keep it.
Each town has its own distinct character — Brixham's working fishing harbour, Dartmouth's naval and sailing heritage, Salcombe's upmarket estuary setting, Torquay's size as the English Riviera's principal town, and the quieter, more low-key feel of Teignmouth & Shaldon, Paignton and Totnes & Dartington. Browsing here, on the main site, brings all of them together in one place; use the Guides menu to jump into a specific town's own guide for the fullest picture of what's nearby.
Whether you're after somewhere to eat, a dated event or offer, help getting around, or somewhere to stay, the categories and sections below cover every real listing across the whole area — restaurants and cafés, activities and attractions, shops, wellness providers, travel links and more — sorted and filterable by category, and by distance from you if you allow location access.
Updates further down this page show what's newly listed or recently changed anywhere across South Devon, refreshed continuously as businesses add or edit their own listings, rather than a static directory snapshot written once and left unchanged. If you already know which town you're headed to, its own guide will give you a shorter, more focused version of everything on this page.
Latest News
13 recent updates, spanning Food & Drink, Entertainment and Family & Attractions, updated live by local businesses.
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Torquay United Stadium
Torquay United Stadium is a Food & Drink.
EUCHRE NIGHT
Hosted by The Queens Arms
15 October 2026
🃏 EUCHRE NIGHT Play or watch — all welcome! 📍 The Queens Arms, Brixham 🗓 Every Thursday • 7:30pm (except bingo nights) It’s not just a game, it’s a way of life! ✨
🎵 REGGIE'S REVIVAL — A BEATLES NIGHT! 🎵
Hosted by The Queens Arms
31 October 2026
Sat 31st Oct • 8:30pm 📍 The Queens Arms, Brixham Just Beatles songs! 🎤✨ Relive all your favourite classics in one fabulous night — don't miss out! 🙌
Bingo & Cash 4 keys
Hosted by The Queens Arms
29 October 2026
🎟️ BINGO + CASH 4 KEYS with Martin Join us LAST THURSDAY OF MONTH from 7pm! Classic bingo fun with great prizes, followed by the exciting Cash 4 Keys game — big cash up for grabs!
🎤 CHRIS THOMAS — LIVE! 🎤
Hosted by The Queens Arms
25 October 2026
Live at The Queens Arms, Brixham Sunday 25th • 4pm 🕓 Great songs, brilliant vocals & fantastic live entertainment — come along and enjoy the show! 🎶✨ See you there! 🍻
MEAT DRAW
Hosted by The Queens Arms
16 October 2026
🥩 MEAT DRAW Premium local meats! 🥩 🗓 Every Friday • From 7pm 🎟 £1 a ticket — on sale all week from the bar! 📍 The Queens Arms, Brixham Grab yours now! 😋
Past Experiences & Major Events
Notable festivals and major events that recently took place.
South West Sardine Festival
Brixham Harbour, TQ5 8AW
9 August 2026
After a fantastic debut last year, the South West Sardine Festival is back for 2026, bigger, better, and just as gloriously fishy.
ICF SUP World Cup & Paddle UK Super Festival
Hosted by Torre Abbey Sands
24 June 2026
Five-day celebration of stand-up paddle boarding brings together elite athletes, community paddlers, and newcomers ready to try something new.
Brixham Pirate Festival 2026
2 May 2026 – 4 May 2026
Pirates are coming... live music, shanty singing, pirate skirmishes, and family-friendly activities in the historic harbor. Visitors are encouraged to dress in pirate costumes and enjoy the weekend’s festive atmosphere.
Places to visit
242 places to visit, spanning Food & Drink, Shopping and Arts and Culture, updated live by local businesses.
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Siam Garden Thai
30-32 Palace Avenue, Paignton, TQ3 3HB
An authentic Thai restaurant on Palace Avenue serving traditional dishes from across Thailand in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
The Blue Anchor
The Blue Anchor, 83 Fore Street, Brixham, TQ5 8AH
The Blue Anchor is a traditional pub located right on the harbourside of the idyllic fishing town of Brixham in Devon
Soho
1 Palk Street, Torquay, United Kingdom, TQ2 5EL
Soho Cocktail Bar & Secret Garden - Torbay's favourite night out! Book a Cocktail Class or a VIP Area!
Jam Industries
Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP, UK
British city-to-sea clothing brand selling knitwear, shirts, swimwear and casualwear
The Lobster House
Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8FE, UK
Waterfront seafood restaurant, terrace bar, wood-fired pizzas, cocktails and weekend DJs
What's On
1353 events to attend, spanning Food & Drink, Entertainment and Offers, updated live by local businesses.
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Wednesday Pizza Night
Hosted by The Prince William
Prince William, Quay, Berry Head Road, Brixham TQ5 9BW
14 October 2026
2 Large Margheritas + 2 Pints / Wines / Soft Drinks = £25 🍕
Quiz Night
Hosted by Old Market House
Old Market House, The Quay, Brixham TQ5 8AW
14 October 2026
SpeedQuizzing - The Easy To Play Quiz - Prizes to be won
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Hosted by The Queens Arms
14 October 2026
🎤 OPEN MIC NIGHT Live local talent every Wednesday! 📍 The Queens Arms, Brixham ⏰ From 8:30pm Sing, play, or just enjoy the music — everyone’s welcome! ✨
Thursday Steak Night
Hosted by The Prince William
Prince William, Quay, Berry Head Road, Brixham TQ5 9BW
15 October 2026
Enjoy Two Mouth Watering Westcountry Prime Sirloin Steaks, served with all the trimmings plus a Bottle Of Wine - for just £49 🥩🍷
PIZZA -Thursday Brixham Deliveries
Hosted by The Pizza Co
15 October 2026
Woodfired Pizzas are available for Brixham deliveries only every Thursday from 4pm to 8pm. Pre-order your freshly made pizzas and have them delivered straight to your door. Contact us to place your order and arrange delivery.
EUCHRE NIGHT
Hosted by The Queens Arms
15 October 2026
🃏 EUCHRE NIGHT Play or watch — all welcome! 📍 The Queens Arms, Brixham 🗓 Every Thursday • 7:30pm (except bingo nights) It’s not just a game, it’s a way of life! ✨
Ways to get about
12 ways to get about, spanning Travel and Business, updated live by local businesses.
Teignmouth – Shaldon Ferry
The passenger ferry operates a continuous daily service between Teignmouth and Shaldon.
Teignmouth – Shaldon Ferry
The passenger ferry operates a continuous daily service between Teignmouth and Shaldon.
Oxen Cove Parking
Oxen Cove, Brixham, TQ5 8AY
Zone 2 Pay and display car park located in Brixham with 101 spaces.
Brixham Central Parking
Brixham Central, Middle Street, Brixham, TQ5 8DY
Zone 1 short stay Pay and display car park located in Brixham with 163 spaces.
Freshwater Parking
Freshwater, Blackball Lane, Brixham, TQ5 8BA
Zone 2 Pay and display car park located in Brixham with 85 spaces.
Places to stay
31 places to stay, spanning Accommodation, Food & Drink and Wellness, updated live by local businesses.
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Beach View - Stylish Stay, Estuary Views & Luxury Spa Access
Salcombe TQ8 8GZ, UK
Stylish accommodation with estuary views and luxury spa access
Furzecroft
Higher Furzeham Road, Brixham, TQ5 8QZ.
Furzecroft is a luxury, family-friendly, and dog-friendly 5-bedroom holiday house in Brixham, South Devon, that accommodates up to 14 guests.
Little Trevio
Little Trevio, Parkham Lane, Brixham, Devon.
1-bedroom (king) holiday home with ensuite shower room, living room with full kitchen, WiFi, tv, parking on site and 2 terraces with sunbeds, table & chairs, bbq with amazing sea views.
Berry Head Apartments
Hosted by Berry Head Hotel
Berry Head Hotel, Berry Head Rd, Brixham TQ5 9AJ
Self Catering Apartments situated on the grounds of the Berry Head Hotel
Halekulani Devon Homestay
Just a few minutes from the SW Coastal Path and Maidencombe Beach our adults only boutique accommodation is highly rated on tripadvisor and google, offering a private oasis for guests with private use pool and peaceful ground’s overlooking Lyme Bay.
Centry Touring
Centry Touring, Centry Road, Berry Head, Brixham, Devon TQ5 9ET
Wall Park touring caravan & Centry Road camping site
Offers
4 offers, spanning Entertainment, Food & Drink and Offers, updated live by local businesses.
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