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Some suggestions for Places to visit in Paignton: For Takeaway Food & Drink try Pier Chippy Co, Mariners Fish and Chips, Tam’s Kitchen and DeLotties Deserts. For Kids try STEAM DISCOVERY CENTRE, Pirates Bay Adventure Golf, Point Field Smallholding C.I.C and Street Golf Paignton. Therapeutic Wellness try HOLT. Sauna. Pub Food & Drink try Mollys, Harbour Light, Harbour Inn and The Local Gastro Bar. Apartment Accommodation try Dolphin Boatyard.

Places to visit in and around Paignton centre on its long sandy beach, Victorian pier and harbour, alongside Paignton Zoo and the Geopark coastline either side of town.

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Places to visit in Paignton

Point Field Smallholding C.I.C

Mill Lane Galmpton TQ5 0ER

Point field Smallholding C.I.C. is a community-focused smallholding offering hands-on animal experiences that promote wellbeing, learning, and connection with nature. Visitors can enjoy activities suc

Harbour Light

North Quay, Paignton, TQ4 6DU

A stylish bar and restaurant overlooking Paignton Harbour, serving fresh seafood and cocktails with stunning waterfront views.

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Five Walls

43 Winner Street, Paignton TQ3 3BN

Friendly little Craft Beer Bar and Off-Licence in Paignton. (Cocktails, Wine, Spirits & Cider)

Gurkha's Diner

52 Victoria Street, Paignton, TQ4 5DS

An authentic Nepalese and Indian restaurant on Victoria Street, bringing the rich flavours of the Himalayas to Paignton.

Pirates Bay Adventure Golf

Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BE

An exciting 18-hole pirate-themed adventure golf course on the Esplanade, perfect for families and groups of all ages.

Rock and Moor

We specialise in outdoor adventures: expertly guided rock climbing, caving, hiking, scrambling and mountaineering, rock climbing skills coaching, hill and moorland navigation training and other outdoor skills development. Based in beautiful South Devon, we cover areas such as Dartmoor, Cornwall, Somerset, the Westcountry coast as well as mountainous areas in the UK. We provide personalised activities for individuals, couples, friends, small groups and families. Importantly, we keep our instructor to client ratio small, enabling you to have the most valuable, authentic and enjoyable adventure experience.

The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack

The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack. 81-89 Torbay Road Paignton TQ4 6AJ

The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack offers a delicious selection of freshly prepared comfort food, combining loaded baked potatoes, crispy fries, and hearty toppings with a range of grilled favourites. Customers can enjoy juicy burgers, grilled meats, hot dogs, and flavour-packed sides, all made with quality ingredients and cooked to order. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a quick bite, or a family meal, The Spud Shack & The Grill Shack serves generous portions, great flavours, and friendly service in a welcoming atmosphere.

STEAM DISCOVERY CENTRE

13 TORBAY ROAD

A cafe with interactive science discovery centre. A kind of science museum where visitors can engage, explore, push buttons and build.

Elberry Cove

Car park at Broadsands Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6HL (then access on foot via coastal path)

A picturesque bay with ruins and calm, clear water

Harbour Inn

59 Roundham Road, Paignton, TQ4 6DS

A cosy, dog-friendly pub right on Paignton Harbour serving freshly cooked pub classics, local ales and Sunday roasts.

The Chippy Paignton

39 Seaway Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 2NX

The Chippy Paignton on Seaway Road — traditional fish and chips, freshly cooked to order. Eat in, collect, or we deliver from 5pm. Order direct at www.thechippypaignton.co.uk or call 01803 552233.

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.

East in the West

75 Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2SE

A contemporary Asian fusion restaurant on Torquay Road, blending the bold flavours of the Far East with fresh local ingredients.

Mariners Fish and Chips

8 Parkside Road, Paignton

A well-loved independent fish and chip restaurant and takeaway on Parkside Road, serving fresh, locally caught fish.

Tam’s Kitchen

59a Winner Street Paignton

Tam’s Kitchen is a Food & Drink.

HOLT. Sauna

a wood-fired coastal sauna, right in the middle of broadsands beach! swim in the sea, heat up in the sauna, take in the views from our one-of-a-kind hexagonal window and wash it all off in the outdoor shower. wellbeing is what the HOLT. experience is all about.

The Local Gastro Bar

30B Torbay Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AL

Paignton's first gastro bar and grill on Torbay Road, serving elevated pub food, craft drinks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed setting.

Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Company - Paignton

Based on the glorious South Devon coastline in South West England, enjoy your days out in Devon on our steam trains, boat trips and paddle steamer.

Grand Central Bar

51 Torbay Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AJ

Paignton's go-to gastro sports bar open from 8am, with live sport, craft beers and freshly cooked food all day every day.

Cafe Bay-Side

Fancy a Fresh barista coffee with high grade organic coffee beans? Or maybe a Beautiful Toastie? We’ve got you covered Offering a wide range of lovely Coffee freshly handmade toasty Cookie Pie’s doughnut chips ice cold coolers plus many more

Dolphin Boatyard

Galmpton Creek Brixham, TQ5 0EH

Welcome to the Dolphin Boatyard The largest and oldest boatyard on the River Dart which is now privately owned and operated by an excellent team of friendly and professional staff. Well worth visiting

Palace Theatre

Palace Avenue, Paignton, TQ3 3HF

A beloved community theatre in the heart of Paignton staging professional productions, pantomimes and live events throughout the year.

Goodrington Beach

Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LN; accessible from Goodrington Resort and promenade off A379

A vibrant beach with attractions and golden sand

Waterside Inn

128 Dartmouth Road, Goodrington, Paignton, TQ4 6ND

A Greene King Flaming Grill pub near Goodrington Sands, serving hearty grills and classic pub fare in a family-friendly setting.

The Ship

26 Manor Road, Paignton, TQ3 2HR

A family-friendly Sizzling Pubs bar and grill in Preston serving sizzling skillets, British classics and Sunday roasts.

Broadsands Beach

Broadsands Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6HL

A broad, sandy bay with family-friendly amenities

Shoreline

Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6AG

A modern glass-fronted restaurant on the seafront at Paignton Beach, offering global classics with stunning bay views and live music.

Franx Lifestyle Cafe

343 Torquay Road, Paignton, TQ3 2EP

A cosy independent coffeehouse and wine bar on Torquay Road serving locally sourced coffee, fresh food and in-house baked goods.

Street Golf Paignton

18 Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BD

A fun urban mini golf experience on the Esplanade combining pool, darts and golf for a brilliant group entertainment venue.

Hallett's the Bakers

3 Torbay Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AA

An award-winning Paignton artisan bakery with decades of heritage, renowned for handcrafted bread, pastries and celebration cakes.

The Rugga Shack

Eastern Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6BW

A rugby-themed artisan coffee shack on Paignton Promenade serving speciality espresso drinks and sweet treats every day of the year.

DeLotties Deserts

DeLotties Deserts offering the only place in Torbay to get freshly made Churros We offering a wide range of the best desserts Chocolate, strawberries, waffles, milkshakes, churros doughnuts plus more

Creek at Dolphin Boatyard

Galmpton Creek Dartside Quay Galmpton TQ5 0EH

The Creek at Dolphin Boatyard, TQ5 0EH Riverside Bar & Kitchen Relax by the water with wood fired pizzas, nibbles, Sunday roasts, cold drinks, and great vibes. A beautiful spot for casual dining.

Pier Chippy Co

Paignton Pier, Paignton, TQ4 6BW

A fresh fish and chip shop right on Paignton Pier, serving the freshest catches with sea views and classic seaside atmosphere.

Mollys

Roundham Road, Paignton, TQ4 6DU

A charming licensed harbour kiosk with outdoor seating overlooking Paignton Harbour, serving drinks, tasty bites and hosting live music.

The Still House

South Quay, Paignton, TQ4 6DT

A vibrant harbourside bar on South Quay serving locally sourced food, craft spirits and cocktails with stunning views over Paignton Harbour.

Cantina Goodrington

Young's Park Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BU

A bright colourful cafe bar and restaurant on the edge of Young's Park, serving international comfort food steps from Goodrington Sands.

Reach Outdoors

Tanners Road, Goodrington Sands, Paignton, TQ4 6LP

An award-winning outdoor adventure centre at Goodrington Sands offering coasteering, kayaking, climbing and watersports for all abilities.

Paignton Green

A large seaside public space on the English Riviera. It serves as a central hub for major community festivals, family entertainment, and recreational activities.

Spinning Wheel Inn

The Esplanade, Paignton, TQ4 6BE

Paignton's number-one entertainment seafront pub, with nightly live music, great food and a fun play garden for families.

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