Things to do

You don’t need to travel far to find an array of activities to suit all the family, in fact you don’t even need to leave the complex!

The Health Spa offers a wide range of exclusive Elemis treatments for both men and women, bookable in advance of arrival and the swimming pool and fitness suite are available from 7.30am to 9.00pm each day offering a great wet weather activity. Please note, children are only allowed in the pool at certain times of the day.

Other local attractions include:

Quay West www.quaywest.co.uk is Britain's biggest, wildest and wettest theme park with eight slides, two kiddies pool areas, a swimming pool and various food and retail outlets.

All the family will enjoy a day out at Paignton Zoo www.paigntonzoo.org.uk where you can meet the animals (and keepers) made famous by the BBC 'Zookeepers' series.  As well as the thousands of animals, there’s a miniature train ride, a wobbly jungle bridge in Lemur Wood, indoor and outdoor play areas, keeper talks and feeding times, places to eat and places to sit – all packed into 80 acres of natural habitat.

Take a step back in time with a visit to Kent's Cavern www.kents-cavern.co.uk  The Riviera's oldest attraction dating back 2 millon years, enjoy a sound and light show before your knowledgeable and entertaining guide take you on an exciting journey through the fascinating cave systems.  Children will enjoy meeting 'Cavog' the friendly
Troglodyte, while the more adventurous might like to go on a ghost tour.

Come and experience Pennywell Farm www.pennywellfarm.co.uk, a multi-awarding winning Farm Activity Park ideal for whole family. There are up to 20 hands on activities, shows and displays throughout the day, all included in the admission price.  Also included in the admission are the Pennywell Young Farmers Quad Bikes, the Run Rabbit Ride Go Karts and a ride for all the family on the Rainbow Railway.

Living Coasts www.livingcoasts.org.uk features a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and loveable penguins to playful fur seals, colourful puffins to waders and sea ducks. There are sandy beaches, rugged cliff faces and a tranquil estuary. A huge meshed aviary allows birds to fly free over your head, while special windows give stunning crystal clear views of birds and seals underwater. Then relax in the water-side cafe with its stunning views across Tor Bay, and enjoy morning coffee, lunch or a cream tea - all with the best views in South Devon.

The National Marine Aquarium www.national-aquarium.co.uk is the charity dedicated to raising awareness of the oceans, the challenges they face and the ways in which we can all help ensure they have a sustainable future. Located in Plymouth, the National Marine Aquarium is the result of many years of hard work and fund-raising to establish a leading aquarium in the UK. 

Woodlands www.woodlandspark.com - The big family day out near Dartmouth with brilliant attractions for all ages. Experience 70 action packed acres with 15 family rides, 10 powerful playzones, 300 animals and 100,000 sq ft of indoor fun. Expect amazing adventures exploring forts, assault courses and enchanting play palaces.

Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway www.paignton-steamrailway.co.uk is the holiday line, with steam trains running for 7 miles in Great Western tradition from Paignton along the spectacular Torbay coast to Churston and on through the wooded slopes bordering the Dart estuary to Kingswear. The scenery is superb, with seascapes right across Lyme bay to Portland Bill on clear days.  Or for a full day out, why not try the Round Robin Service which includes a boat trip and open top bus ride.