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Paignton Beach

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About About the place

Paignton Beach is a long, sandy stretch of coastline renowned for its distinctive reddish-toned sand and shallow waters. It provides a quintessential British seaside experience, complete with a traditional pier featuring arcades and amusements, a play park, and readily available amenities like restrooms and food vendors. While the beach can become crowded, particularly during peak season and events, it remains a popular destination due to its accessibility, safe swimming conditions, and scenic views across the bay to Torquay and Brixham. The beach offers a mix of traditional charm and slightly faded attractions, appealing to those seeking a nostalgic seaside getaway.

Best for

Families with young children, those seeking a traditional British seaside experience, and budget-conscious travelers.

Best season

Late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September) offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds than peak summer.

Best time to visit

Weekdays are generally less crowded than weekends. Mid-morning to early afternoon offers the best combination of sunshine and fewer crowds.

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Accessibility

Paignton Beach offers good accessibility with flat, sandy surfaces. Ramps are available to access the promenade and pier. Designated accessible parking spaces are available nearby. Restrooms with accessibility features are also present, but availability may vary.

Kid friendly

Paignton Beach is highly kid-friendly with shallow waters, a play park, and arcades on the pier. Stroller access is generally good on the promenade. Changing rooms and restrooms with baby-changing facilities are available.

Pet friendly

Dogs are allowed on Paignton Beach during certain times of the year (typically outside of peak season). Check local regulations for specific dates and restrictions.

Food facilities/restaurants/cafes

Numerous food vendors are located along the promenade, offering traditional seaside fare like fish and chips, ice cream, and snacks. Several cafes and restaurants are also nearby in Paignton town. Picnic areas are available on the beach.

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CooperTimperley
Paignton
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This place is a true dump and it felt like staying in a big garbage place. The place is dirty and honestly filthy. On the top of it, it was stinky as well. It was the worst experience of my life. I will never visit this place again and i don’t recommend this to anyone.

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OlaviRaback
Paignton
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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MikaelHeilmann
Paignton
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Our visit to this place was amazing. It is so beautiful here and scenery and the views are just WOW.. we were in awe with the sheer beauty of this place. The scenic views are just gorgeous here and don’t forget to check out the sunsets which are just stunning and so pretty.

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DavidNielsen
Paignton
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This place is a true dump and it felt like staying in a big garbage place. The place is dirty and honestly filthy. On the top of it, it was stinky as well. It was the worst experience of my life. I will never visit this place again and i don’t recommend this to anyone.

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SkyeLowe
Paignton
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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TristanLOvergaard
Paignton
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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EloiseTurnbull
Paignton
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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RachelMerewether
Paignton
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We went to this place which is amazing and we booked the entire suite for the family. Everybody had a great time and we really enjoyed our stay. The service and the staff was superb and we were able to indulge in their spa as well which was awesome. Must visit place for everybody.

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SigursteinnGudfinnsson
Paignton
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This park is amazing and has beautiful scenery. It is a perfect spot to take a good walk or even go for a run. There is a dedicated trail, well managed in the park. The trees by the trail are just beautiful and provide a lot of good air. There are also benches in the park where you can sit and relax.

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JulietteLachance
Paignton
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We went to this amazing place and loved the view and the scenery. The place was really crowded as it is one of the most famous tourist attractions but you need to look out for pickpockets here because apparently a lot can happen here if you don’t pay much attention.

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MatheRobi
Paignton
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The camp is built at a beautiful location and there are lots to do here. There are several activities you can take part in and also choose to go on a guided hike which is a great way to spend some time in the middle of nature. The scenic views are just amazing here and you fall in love with the serenity of this place.

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GabrielGuttormsson
Paignton
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This is an excellent restaurant which is the new opening in the town and also the talk of the town. The delicacies prepared here are awesome and delicious. The chefs have all come from outside and serve the best of gourmet food. It was exotic and tasty array of food and I highly recommend this place to everyone. Just awesome!!

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TiborValenta
Paignton
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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WiktoriaMichalska
Paignton
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This is a must visit place in the city and it is beautiful. The place is centrally located and you can easily reach it. The stories and the facts of this place are very interesting and make way for an entertaining tour.

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DieterWeiss
Paignton
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I always wanted to visit this city as it was on my bucket list and there is so much to see here that you really really fell in love with the culture, the buildings, the people and the food of this place. We took the tour package where the guide took us to all the main spots and apart from it, we were able to enjoy so much at the markets of the city and shopped so much stuff.. We went to this yoga retreat which was a major meditation centre as well and in order to rejuvenate you and your body and soul, they offer a variety of activities which are really nice and interesting and calming at the same time. There was so much to see and so much to do after learning so much from the masters here. It was totally a rejuvenating experience and I highly recommend this to everyone.

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CharlieStephenson
Paignton
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This park is amazing and has beautiful scenery. It is a perfect spot to take a good walk or even go for a run. There is a dedicated trail, well managed in the park. The trees by the trail are just beautiful and provide a lot of good air. There are also benches in the park where you can sit and relax.. We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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AmiraBrown
Paignton
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This place is a true dump and it felt like staying in a big garbage place. The place is dirty and honestly filthy. On the top of it, it was stinky as well. It was the worst experience of my life. I will never visit this place again and i don’t recommend this to anyone.

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MalcolmScott
Paignton
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We were so excited to visit this place but were thoroughly disappointed while reaching and looking at the mismanaged affair. The place was crowded with tourists and there was no system to arrange them. The staff was also very rude.

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SvanhvitIvarsdottir
Paignton
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It is a great place to stay and gives you much luxury and comfort at a great price. The service is great and the management was very prompt and was very helpful and assisted us with everything. The rooms were big and spacious, well maintained and the views from the window of the city skyline was just stunning. Loved my experience here!

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JamieKay
Paignton
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The camp is built at a beautiful location and there are lots to do here. There are several activities you can take part in and also choose to go on a guided hike which is a great way to spend some time in the middle of nature. The scenic views are just amazing here and you fall in love with the serenity of this place.

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