South Devon, and Torbay in particular, has plenty to offer in terms of tourism. Try our virtual tour and discover the beauty, relaxation and entertainment all here in and around this vibrant bay.

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Being conveniently situated on the scenic coastal road at Livermead, leading from Torquay to Paignton, South Sands is ideally located for access to the town, harbour and central areas. A frequent main route bus service with a stop is located outside the premises. The nearest beach is only 100 metres away with others close by.

Within walking distance of South Sands you can find many local attractions:

• Cockington Village and Country Park,
  
• Torre Abbey - with its own ground & museum.
  
• The Riviera Centre - with conference facilities, pool and other leisure activities,
  
• Public tennis courts and bowling greens,
  
• Pitch and putt course,
  
• Princess Theatre.


• Numerous restaurants to suit all tastes.

Other local places of interest that can be found in and around Torbay include:

• Kent's Cavern,
  
• Paignton Zoo,
  
• Living Coasts.
  
• Bygones Victorian Museum,
  
• Babbacombe Model Village,
  
• Boat trips around Torbay and to the River Dart.
• Pennywell Farm
  
• Princess Theatre
  
• Babbacombe Theatre
  
• HiFlyer
  

A nostalgic trip by steam train on either the South Devon Railway, Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway or the West Somerset Railway could surely not go amiss for those who enjoy a leisurely activity amidst beautiful scenery.

Crealy and Woodlands Leisure parks are an adventurous day out with facilities for the whole family. And for those wishing to try their hand at feeding the lambs why not take a visit to Pennywell Farm & Wildlife Centre.

The South West can be explored from your base at South Sands. Whether you have the benefit of your own transport or you wish to use local services, the South of Devon can offer some superb days out. Please use the links to the right to view some other local towns.

For more information about Devon, visit www.devon-holiday.com