{"id":21005,"date":"2025-09-11T14:36:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T14:36:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/?p=21005"},"modified":"2025-09-19T11:15:45","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T11:15:45","slug":"things-to-do-paignton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/things-to-do-paignton\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Best Things To Do in Paignton"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"21005\" class=\"elementor elementor-21005\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-696ff683 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"696ff683\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b8de284 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5b8de284\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you think of seaside breaks in Devon, Paignton often makes the shortlist. And for good reason. This stretch of the English Riviera has sandy beaches, family attractions, and classic holiday entertainment. If you\u2019re wondering about the best things to do in Paignton, don\u2019t fret: there\u2019s plenty here to keep the whole family entertained. From paddling at Paignton Sands to exploring the famous Paignton zoo, there\u2019s something here for all ages and budgets too.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide walks through the highlights, keeping things practical, straightforward, and designed to help you plan without the guesswork.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a555cba e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3a555cba\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-543fed66 elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"543fed66\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;],&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;bullets&quot;,&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;fas fa-circle&quot;,&quot;library&quot;:&quot;fa-solid&quot;,&quot;rendered_tag&quot;:&quot;&lt;svg class=\\&quot;e-font-icon-svg e-fas-circle\\&quot; viewBox=\\&quot;0 0 512 512\\&quot; xmlns=\\&quot;http:\\\/\\\/www.w3.org\\\/2000\\\/svg\\&quot;&gt;&lt;path d=\\&quot;M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\\&quot;&gt;&lt;\\\/path&gt;&lt;\\\/svg&gt;&quot;},&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__543fed66\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ecf3e1f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1ecf3e1f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5d9ce563 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5d9ce563\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Beaches and seafront attractions\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-11d439cb elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"11d439cb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paignton is built around its beaches, and most visitors head straight for the seafront. Paignton Sands is the most famous: a long golden sweep with safe, shallow water that makes it perfect for families. Hire a deckchair, grab an ice cream, and let the day run at an easy pace.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want somewhere quieter, Goodrington Sands is just south of the main town below Roundham. It\u2019s split into North and South Sands, with colourful beach huts lining the shore. South Sands is dog-friendly year-round, which is useful if you\u2019re travelling with pets.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For something a little different, there\u2019s Broadsands Beach between Paignton and Brixham. With its wide, flat sand and views across Torbay, it\u2019s a popular spot for paddleboarding and beach cricket.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the seafront itself, traditional amusements still thrive. The Paignton Pier is filled with arcade games and fairground rides. Families will also enjoy the nearby Geoplay Park, a free, dinosaur-themed adventure playground built on Paignton\u2019s geological heritage. Everything\u2019s right by the beach, so it\u2019s easy to combine with a paddle.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-079f1da elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"079f1da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1257\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paignton-bay.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-21022\" alt=\"Paignton-bay.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paignton-bay.jpg 1257w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paignton-bay-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paignton-bay-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paignton-bay-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1257px) 100vw, 1257px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-323b9c4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"323b9c4\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36ab613 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"36ab613\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Family-friendly experiences\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7487d6e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7487d6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Families don\u2019t run out of Paignton things to do. Beyond the sandcastles and arcades, the town has several attractions that have kept generations of children entertained.<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/paigntonzoo.org.uk\/visit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paignton Zoo Environmental Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the big one. Home to over 2,500 animals, it\u2019s more than a fantastic day out that includes an education in conservation. The park is large, so pace yourself, but kids will love spotting everything from giraffes to crocodiles.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another family favourite is the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmouthrailriver.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paignton &amp; Dartmouth Steam Railway<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which runs from Paignton to Kingswear. The vintage carriages and coastal views make it a nostalgic trip for adults and an adventure for children. You can link the ride with a ferry to Dartmouth for a full day out.<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.piratesbaygolf.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pirates Bay Adventure Golf<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an 18-hole, pirate-themed crazy golf course with a pirate ship, cannons, water features, and rope bridges.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, if you\u2019re visiting in summer, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quaywest.splashdownwaterparks.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Splashdown Quaywest Waterpark<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Goodrington offers slides, flumes, and pools with sea views. It\u2019s a brilliant day out for the whole family.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-af33e13 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"af33e13\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c75a1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1c75a1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Nature and wildlife activities\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d98baad elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d98baad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most appealing things to do Paignton is simply to enjoy its natural setting. The town is close to countryside, cliffs, and nature reserves, so you don\u2019t need to travel far to feel outdoorsy.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The standout is, of course, the Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, but that\u2019s just the start. The nearby Clennon Valley Lakes are great for birdwatching and peaceful walks. Pack binoculars if you want to spot kingfishers and herons.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head south and you\u2019ll find <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.occombe.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Occombe Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a working farm and nature trail that\u2019s ideal for younger children. There\u2019s a play barn, farm animals, and a caf\u00e9 that makes a good stop for lunch.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walkers can pick up sections of the South West Coast Path from Paignton. The stretch to Brixham via Broadsands is scenic but not too demanding, with sea views all the way. If you\u2019re wondering what to do in Paignton on a sunny afternoon, this walk is one of the simplest options.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eff7b31 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"eff7b31\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1252\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/visit-Paignton.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-21021\" alt=\"visit-Paignton.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/visit-Paignton.jpg 1252w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/visit-Paignton-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/visit-Paignton-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/visit-Paignton-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1252px) 100vw, 1252px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3faa36 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d3faa36\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d6fd0e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1d6fd0e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Dining and local shops\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aa4c60c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aa4c60c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seaside towns live and die by their food, and Paignton covers all the bases. Expect a mix of casual fish and chip shops, mid-range pubs, and a handful of more refined options.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a straightforward bite, grab fish and chips from the seafront and eat them on the pier. If you\u2019d like a sit-down meal, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/cantinagoodrington.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cantina Kitchen &amp; Bar<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> near Goodrington Sands is a local, dog-friendly favourite, serving everything from breakfasts to seafood specials. Families often head to <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.spinningwheelinn.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Spinning Wheel Inn<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a traditional pub close to the harbour with live music in the evenings. If you feel like splashing out a bit, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thelocalpaignton.co.uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Local Gastro Bar And Grill<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is known for its freshly-caught seafood dishes and locally-sourced meats.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want something a bit different, Paignton also has Indian, Italian, and Thai restaurants dotted around the centre, so you\u2019re not short of variety.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopping in Paignton is a mix of high street names and independent spots. The town centre has the usual fashion and gift shops, but wander further and you\u2019ll find small galleries, seaside souvenir shops, and a growing number of local food outlets. These are good places to pick up Devon fudge, cream teas, or cider to take home.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6915922 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"6915922\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d875bac elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d875bac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Nearby day-trip ideas\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0a6561f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0a6561f\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f782a43 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f782a43\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a2d9242 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a2d9242\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paignton works well as a base for exploring the rest of Torbay and South Devon. When you\u2019ve ticked off the things to do at Paignton, there are plenty of easy day-trips.<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torquay is just a short, 15-minute drive or bus ride away, with its larger harbour, Torre Abbey Sands, and nightlife. Our full <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/things-to-do-torquay\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Torquay guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> covers more detail.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brixham offers a working harbour and some of the best seafood in Devon.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inland, Totnes is worth a wander for its independent shops and historic high street.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For beaches, Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands are both within reach and offer completely different atmospheres.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if you fancy a bigger adventure, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fresh-escapes.com\/periodical\/devon-hills\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dartmoor National Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is about 40 minutes away.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All are simple to reach by car, and many are served by local buses and trains, meaning you don\u2019t have to drive if you\u2019d rather leave the car behind.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c95636c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c95636c\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dfde0b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"dfde0b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=Paignton%20&#038;t=m&#038;z=9&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Paignton \"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"Paignton \"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ca6bcb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1ca6bcb\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4039177 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4039177\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Paignton is worth a visit\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-88d32da elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"88d32da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paignton may be smaller than its Riviera neighbours, but it more than holds its own. Beaches, a zoo, a steam railway, crazy golf, and enough family attractions to keep children busy for a week \u2014 it\u2019s easy to see why so many visitors return year after year. Whether you\u2019re planning a short break or a full summer holiday, there are plenty of things to do in Paignton that suit all ages and budgets.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make the most of it, you\u2019ll want a comfortable base. <\/span><b>Fresh Escapes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers everything from seaside apartments within walking distance of the pier to larger holiday homes with gardens and hot tubs. 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