Situated nearby, but without intrusion are all the entertainments one could wish for; performances throughout the year at the Palace Theatre, restaurants, pubs, the award-winning Paignton Zoo, Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway, Splashdown @ Quaywest, crazy golf, Paignton Pier, firework displays, nightlife, illuminations, pitch & putt and historic Oldway Mansion.

Beach lovers are well catered for with four sandy beaches at Paignton, Goodrington Sands, Preston Sands and Broadsands.
For those who enjoy a more active holiday, water sports, deep sea fishing and access to established golf courses are all readily available nearby. Ferry services also operate from Paignton harbour to Torquay & Brixham.