Daniel’s guidebook to the Bay
Beaches
Only a 2 minute drive down the hill from the house, it has parking, a cafe, play park, toilets and large grass area, perfect for a family day beside the sea.
16 locals recommend
Preston Sands
Marine DriveOnly a 2 minute drive down the hill from the house, it has parking, a cafe, play park, toilets and large grass area, perfect for a family day beside the sea.
Goodrington is only a 5 - 10 minute drive away, perfect for families and also one side of the beach is dog friendly all year round.
56 locals recommend
Goodrington Sands
Goodrington is only a 5 - 10 minute drive away, perfect for families and also one side of the beach is dog friendly all year round.
Torre Abbey is located on Torquay Seafront, a long stretch of white sand popular in the summer months with water sports.
45 locals recommend
Torre Abbey Sands
Torbay RoadTorre Abbey is located on Torquay Seafront, a long stretch of white sand popular in the summer months with water sports.
If you don't mind venturing further afield, the South Hams have some of the UK's most beautiful beaches.
213 locals recommend
Salcombe
If you don't mind venturing further afield, the South Hams have some of the UK's most beautiful beaches.
Sightseeing
Art & antiques collections in a historic building with a palm house in 7 acre gardens.
102 locals recommend
Torre Abbey
Art & antiques collections in a historic building with a palm house in 7 acre gardens.
Step in to the stone age and wonder through the caves in Torquay. A must visit for all the family, even at Christmas when you can join them for 'Santa in the Caves' winter a light underground!
135 locals recommend
Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
91 Ilsham RdStep in to the stone age and wonder through the caves in Torquay. A must visit for all the family, even at Christmas when you can join them for 'Santa in the Caves' winter a light underground!
Babbacombe model village is a miniature village and railway located in Babbacombe, open all year round. Also worth a visit when they turn it into a winter wonderland at Christmas.
150 locals recommend
Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton AvenueBabbacombe model village is a miniature village and railway located in Babbacombe, open all year round. Also worth a visit when they turn it into a winter wonderland at Christmas.
Splashdown Quaywest is the largest outdoor waterpark in the UK, its located on Goodrington Sands Beach near to Preston. It has 8 waterslides, small splash pools for youngsters and swimming pool.
82 locals recommend
Splashdown Quaywest
Tanners RoadSplashdown Quaywest is the largest outdoor waterpark in the UK, its located on Goodrington Sands Beach near to Preston. It has 8 waterslides, small splash pools for youngsters and swimming pool.
Theme park for the whole family, only a 30 minute drive away!
175 locals recommend
Crealy Theme Park & Resort
Sidmouth RoadTheme park for the whole family, only a 30 minute drive away!
Open all year round, with over 2500 animals across 80 acres of land. One of the south wests most exciting visitor attractions.
Zoo station
Open all year round, with over 2500 animals across 80 acres of land. One of the south wests most exciting visitor attractions.
One of Devons most exciting days out! Fun for the whole family including dogs!
59 locals recommend
River Dart Country Park
One of Devons most exciting days out! Fun for the whole family including dogs!
City/town information
Cockington Village and award winning country park is set in 450 acres of delightful countryside and lakes. Dog friendly, the site enjoys a growing reputation as a regional centre for quality arts and crafts. It boasts, a walled art garden, tudor rose garden, art gallery, and children's play area.
18 locals recommend
Cockington
Cockington Village and award winning country park is set in 450 acres of delightful countryside and lakes. Dog friendly, the site enjoys a growing reputation as a regional centre for quality arts and crafts. It boasts, a walled art garden, tudor rose garden, art gallery, and children's play area.
Dartmoor National Park, wild open moorlands and deep river valleys. 450 miles of paths to walk, cycle run or ride. Only a 25 minute drive from Preston.
20 locals recommend
Haytor
Dartmoor National Park, wild open moorlands and deep river valleys. 450 miles of paths to walk, cycle run or ride. Only a 25 minute drive from Preston.
Exeter is the nearest city to Preston, only a 30 minute drive or train ride away. Exeter boasts one of England's greatest Cathedrals, fabulous restaurants including The Ivy and a pedestrianised shopping area Princesshay.
409 locals recommend
Exeter
Exeter is the nearest city to Preston, only a 30 minute drive or train ride away. Exeter boasts one of England's greatest Cathedrals, fabulous restaurants including The Ivy and a pedestrianised shopping area Princesshay.
Only a 15 minute drive from Preston or catch the ferry from Torquay harbour. Discover the delightful fishing port of Brixham.
113 locals recommend
Brixham
Only a 15 minute drive from Preston or catch the ferry from Torquay harbour. Discover the delightful fishing port of Brixham.
Visit by car or take a cruise along the river Dart, Dartmouth and Dartmouth Castle is a must see for the family.
378 locals recommend
Dartmouth
Visit by car or take a cruise along the river Dart, Dartmouth and Dartmouth Castle is a must see for the family.
Food scene
OTR is one of the Bays favourite places to eat, located on the seafront in Torquay. A menu featuring an array of comfort food, cocktails and weekly specials.
46 locals recommend
On The Rocks Restaurant
Torbay RoadOTR is one of the Bays favourite places to eat, located on the seafront in Torquay. A menu featuring an array of comfort food, cocktails and weekly specials.
Ollies is in the heart of Torquay and provides a classic setting sonf high quality cuisine.
11 locals recommend
Ollie's
34-36 Torwood StreetOllies is in the heart of Torquay and provides a classic setting sonf high quality cuisine.
The Elephant is a bright informal restaurant which overlooks the beautiful Torquay Harbour. It was the first restaurant in Torquay to be awarded Michelin star!
50 locals recommend
The Elephant Restaurant
3&4 Beacon HillThe Elephant is a bright informal restaurant which overlooks the beautiful Torquay Harbour. It was the first restaurant in Torquay to be awarded Michelin star!
The London Fryer
6 Seaway RoadBest fish n chips in Devon - only a 5 minute walk down the road!
Cantina is open all year round, no booking required, located on Goodrington Sands. Dog friendly, in and outdoor seating and daily specials.
26 locals recommend
Cantina Kitchen and Bar
Young's Park RoadCantina is open all year round, no booking required, located on Goodrington Sands. Dog friendly, in and outdoor seating and daily specials.
Sit in or take away only a 5minute walk away, one of the best Thai's in the Bay!
12 locals recommend
Torbay Thai Takeaway
58 Old Torquay RdSit in or take away only a 5minute walk away, one of the best Thai's in the Bay!
Things To Do On A Rainy Day!
Step back in time, quaint shops line this recreated Victorian street, plus a model railway snd replica warm trench. With 3 floors of British history and nostalgia.
30 locals recommend
Bygones Victorian Museum
Fore StreetStep back in time, quaint shops line this recreated Victorian street, plus a model railway snd replica warm trench. With 3 floors of British history and nostalgia.
Step in to the stone age and wonder through the caves in Torquay. A must visit for all the family, even at Christmas when you can join them for 'Santa in the Caves' winter a light underground!
135 locals recommend
Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves
91 Ilsham RdStep in to the stone age and wonder through the caves in Torquay. A must visit for all the family, even at Christmas when you can join them for 'Santa in the Caves' winter a light underground!
English Riviera Centre, enjoy a family swim day! Waves leisure centre boast an indoor water slide and wave machine! Open 7 days a week.
9 locals recommend
Waves Leisure Pool
Chestnut AvenueEnglish Riviera Centre, enjoy a family swim day! Waves leisure centre boast an indoor water slide and wave machine! Open 7 days a week.
Trampoline park Newton Abbot only 10 minutes away by car.
6 locals recommend
iBounce Trampoline Park - Newton Abbot
Trampoline park Newton Abbot only 10 minutes away by car.
Torquay Museum
529 Babbacombe RdA great family day out with world culture and local history.
Plymouth Marine Aquarium is the UK's biggest aquarium! Open daily 10am to 5pm
208 locals recommend
National Marine Aquarium
Plymouth Marine Aquarium is the UK's biggest aquarium! Open daily 10am to 5pm