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This glorious coastal town of Devon can also be known as the English Riviera. Paignton used to be a small fishing village until the 19th century and now it’s a top tourist destination especially for families.
Families have so much to keep them entertained that it is no wonder that they flock here. The main attraction in Paignton is the Paignton Pier that is 780 feet containing an amusement arcade, karts, slides and carousel. Children of all ages can also enjoy themselves at Paignton Zoo which is the largest zoo in the United Kingdom.
For those looking to enjoy some of the unpredictable English hot weather the Paignton beach and the nearby Preston Sands is a must. Enjoy the many activities that these beaches have to offer such as water sports, kite surfing and dinghy sailing. Nature lovers can take pleasure in the reed beds found at Broadsands beach which are a haunt of the rare Cirl Bunting or see the Saltern Cove which is a Site Of Special Scientific Interest due to its distinctive geology.