1st July – 30th Aug
Art on the English Riviera, Featuring Damien Hirst
the English Riviera is pleased to announce that it will be hosting a brand new exhibition featuring Damien Hirst’s Mother and Child, Divided (Exhibition Copy).
The exhibition will again be held in the stunning setting of the Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey and will be FREE!! Daily opening hours will be 7 days a week, 10-5 with a few extra late nights along the way.
So make sure you don't miss out on this chance to see the world famous and controversial piece of art, which is helping build the English Riviera's reputation within the art world.

Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey
Kings Drive, Torquay
Devon, TQ2 5JE
Tel: 01803 293 593

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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7th July, 14 July, 21st July, 29th July
BMAD Bike Nights
Hundreds of motorcycles of all shapes and sizes will be taking over Paignton Green along with live entertainment, this social event is fun for all the family. Organised by Bikers Make A Difference (BMAD) this wonderful festival helps raise money for various local charities, including Devon Air Ambulance.

Paignton seafront, Paignton
Devon, TQ4 6AG
Tel: 01803 211 211
Fax: 01803 214885

www.bmad.co.uk

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8th July, 15th July, 22nd July, 29th July
Brixham Pirate Days
Ahoy there me hearties!!
The Brixham Buccaneers invite you to experience their swashbuckling pirate antics. With the magnificent Golden Hind as a backdrop, our colourful crew provide music and entertainment for the whole family. Face painting, stocks, puppets, crafts, storytelling and balloon modelling are just a few of the exciting activities.

Brixham Harbour, New Quay Lane
Brixham, Devon, TQ5 8AJ
Tel: 01803 850382

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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8th – 11th July
International Moth Class UK Nationals
The International Moth class are having their National Championships in Torbay from the 8th -11th July this year.
The boats are regarded as the Formula one of the sailing world - high tech, extremely fast and great to watch. The quayside will be open as usual to the public to take a look at the machines in action.

Torquay Yacht Club, Beacon Terrace
Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2BH
Tel: 01803 292 006

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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10th – 13th July
Torbay Pride
The 2nd annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Torbay Festival is a three day celebration of the English Riviera's diversity and stunning natural environment.
The festival is combining a variety of events including a giant pink circus (cirque du soooo gay), beach picnic with live music stage, a pool party, themed club nights, a boat trip, and much, much more.

www.pridetorbay.org

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18th July
Cruise Ship Visits
Tor Bay is a safe, natural harbour and so is perfect for docking Cruise Ships - This year we are set to have 2 very impressive cruise ships dropping anchor in our beautiful bay, with passengers keen to explore the South Devon coast.

Dephin Voyager  - 18 Jul 2010
Dephin Voyager  - 28 Jul 2010
Delphin Voyager - 28 July - 7am - 2pm
Delphin Voyager - 28 Aug - 8am - 2pm

Beacon Quay, Torquay
Devon, TQ1 2BG
Tel: 01803 292429

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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18th July
Pedal Car Grand Prix
The Pedal Car Grand Prix is back on Torre Abbey Meadows after the success of the 2009 event! All 12 cars have been refurbished and MOT'd by students from South Devon College, all ready for the big race!! Enter a team and you could be holding that winners trophy. In addition to the track there will be a traditional fair of sideshows, arts & crafts, bouncy castles, refreshments and lots more to entertain the family throughout the day.

Torre Abbey Meadows, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE
Tel: 07979 533845

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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21st July
Safari BBQ Night
Experience Paignton Zoo ‘after hours’ at one of our new BBQ Nights. Featuring animal enrichment at selected enclosures, Jungle Express train rides around Gibbon Island and more. All enjoyed with sumptuous locally sourced BBQ food and musical entertainment in our Island Restaurant and garden.
Tickets: £15 Adult , £12 Children
10% discount for Annual Members
Family Saver £45 (2 adults & 2 children) (not valid with any other discount)
Time: 5.00pm - 9.00pm

Booking is essential
For tickets please telephone:
01803 697500
or email info@paigntonzoo.org.uk

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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25th July – 1st Aug
Torbay Carnival
This popular annual event returns to Paignton Seafront and promises to provide traditional seaside fun, including beach parties, face painting, waiters and waitresses race, live music, dancing, firework display and of course the fantastic carnival itself.
Paignton Green, Paignton
Devon, TQ4 6ED
Tel: 01803 211211

www.englishriviera.co.uk

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25th July – 3rd Sept
Summer Evening Illuminations
Thousands of miniature lights sparkle and illuminate the Babbacombe Model Village gardens and models from dusk. Admission Tickets are valid all day with a hand stamp, so you can visit day and night! Make sure you don't miss out on this magical experience.

Mon  - 10:00 - 22:30
Tues - 10:00 - 22:30
Wed - 10:00 - 22:30
Thur - 10:00 - 22:30
Fri    - 10:00 - 22:30
Sat  - 10:00 - 22:30
Sun - 10:00 - 22:30

Bank Holiday    10:00 - 22:30

* May Evening Illuminations - Last Entry 21.00. Lights from 20.30.
Summer Evening Illuminations - Last Entry 21.00. Lights from 20.00 - 20.30.

Babbacombe Model Village
Hampton Avenue, Torquay
Devon, TQ1 3LA
Tel: 01803 315315

www.englishriviera.co.uk