The Summerhill Hotel - English Riviera Attractions

A trip to the English Riviera provides much deliberation over which of the sights and attractions you are going to squeeze into your visit!

There are so many wonderful places to explore and charming things to see that it can be a struggle to limit yourself to just a few during your visit.

Paignton Zoo, Paignton
Paignton Zoo is one of England's most beautiful and largest zoos boasting a collection of some 1,200 animals, representing over 300 species. A variety of special attractions within the zoo makes it a popular day out for all the family. The zoo is owned by a charitable trust dedicated to the conservation of the world's wildlife, with a variety of captive breeding programmes underway. As featured on the recent ITV television programme Zoo Story.
Quay West, Paignton
A unique way to celebrate summer in Torbay! A step away from the beach stands Quaywest Waterpark, flowing and ready to ride!

Challenge yourself to the ultimate freefall; riders take the 65ft plunge of the Devils Drop! Dive in and ride the torrents of the Raging Rapids or feel the rush of adrenalin on the swirling Sidewinder. Experience a whole day of fun for the family. Tiny tots get drenched in the Toon Town Pool or steer Submarine Adventure!
The Model Village, Torquay
Take time out from the hustle and bustle of every day life and feel on top of the world as you see it recreated in miniature. Thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles capture the essence of England's past, present and future set in four acres of award winning gardens. It's not just the humour, nor the animation - it has a life of its own. Come and see for yourself!
Kents Cavern, Torquay
Incorporated within the English Riviera's Geopark and alone recognised as the most important stone age cave in Britain, Kents Cavern has revealed more about palaeolithic Britain than anywhere else. Highly commended tours take you through these 2 million-year-old caves to discover a unique history uncovered by Victorian archaeological explorers. Open July and August evenings for ghost shows.

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Mid-Week Breaks throughout July & August
Enjoy a relaxing break at the Summerhill Hotel from only £82pp for 2 nights or £119pp for 3 nights