Christmas Events in Torbay 2112

Santas Christmas Grotto is now officially open in Fleetwalk Torquay. From Saturday 17th November, 2012 on every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until Christmas Eve you can help create the magic of Christmas for your little ones. During the Christmas week the grotto will open every day.

At Okehampton they have launched their very own Polar Express South at Dartmoor Railway, The UK’s first officially licensed The Polar Express™ train rides are coming to Dartmoor Railway. A wonderful evening spent with the family with memories that will last a lifetime. Don't forget your pyjamas!

Fancy a night at the theatre? Babbacombe Theatre in Torquay are showing Christmas Starlight. With Magic, Music and Mirth, this all-new show promises to be a festive family treat for all to enjoy!

With so much going on why not take a trip to Paignton this Christmas, you won't be disappointed!
Short Breaks Paignton - Astoria Court

More Photos of the Paignton Play Park

The Park is being opened on aturday 31st March 2012, the festivities begin at 11am, why not pop along with your children to give it  a go!

Paignton's Geopark Update and Photos

Below are some photos of the Geopark at the different stages of development.

We are very excited to see the end result, it will really help Paignton to appeal as a family holiday location.

Events in Torbay for August 2011

Paignton Regatta

6^th August to 14^th August 2011

From rowing regatta to live music, teddy bears picnic to sand sculpting a great week’s entertainment for the whole family.

Family Fun Day & Cowtown Carnival
13th August 2011

Family Fun Day and Cowntown Carnival. Come and join in a traditional family fun day at St Marys Park , Higher Brixham and then watch the wonderful carnival parade.

Children’s Festival
18th August to  20th 2011

Both fossil and treasure hunts, wildlife exhibitions, family discos, water fights and sand castle competitions, if you are stuck for something to do this week take a trip along to Paignton seafront and join in the fun.

Red Arrows Torquay
24th August 2011

The English Riviera is proud once again to be welcoming the Red Arrows to the Torbay Royal Regatta. 24th August Time:6pm Vantage points: Torquay seafront

Red Arrows
26th August 2011

Dartmouth Royal Regatta is proud to present the Red Arrows 26th August Time: 18:00

Paignton's Blue Flag

To keep up to date with Torbay's Blue Flags you can visit Beach Live water quality alerts at http://www.beachlive.co.uk/

A website for anyone who loves playing in the sea.

Events in Torbay in July 2011

Brixham Hapnin

09/07/2011 to 10/07/2011

Enjoy one of Brixham's most popular event. Events and entertainment for all the family at St. Mary's Park.

Pedal Car Grand Prix     

17/07/2011 to 17/07/2011

Watch the very competitive pedal car teams all striving to win top trophies in this 2 hour endurance race using nothing but ther own strength and fitness! Come and see the fun at Torre Abbey Meadows.

Torbay Lifeboat Week    

17/07/2011 to 24/07/2011

Lifeboats visits, fancy dress, treasure hunts and competitions - fun days out for all the family. Visit http://www.torbaylifeboat.org.uk/images/Poster11.pdf for full details and locations.

Torbay Carnival 2011

23rd - 31st July 2011

The carnival has been running for over 100 years, it started as one evening procession and now lasts a week and includes a fun fair, music, competitions, children’s events and entertainment, charity stalls and  craft marquees.  http://www.torbaycarnival.co.uk/p/events-listing.html


For family self catering accomodation in Paignton visit our site Astoria Court.

Events in Torbay for June 2011

Occombe Farm Beer Festival 
10/06/2011 to 11/06/2011

Raise your glasses for the annual Occombe Farm Beer festival, which features over 60 real ales from across Devon, Cornwall and Somerset.

Brixham Trawler Race 2011
Saturday 18 June 2011
This quirky race in June is when the modern working fleet lets its hair down. Skippers dress the boats with bunting and battle it out on a two-lap course around Torbay.

Babbacombe Festival 2011
Wednesday 15^th - Sunday 26^th June 2011
An event packed 12 day festival, for full details please visit: http://www.babbacombe.org/festival/programme.htm

Torbay Half Marathon and Fun Run  
19/06/2011
Why not take a trip to support the runners from Paignton Green to Torquay Pavilion. A flock of white doves will be released on the signal to start the 20th Torbay Half Marathon.

English Riviera Open Bowls Tournament
19/06/2011 - 26/06/2011
The English Riviera's annual bowling event is back for another year with a full program and a competitive tournament.


For self-catering accommodation in Paignton why not visit us at www.astoriacourt.com