Brixham, part of Torbay, is a family resort with a large and active fishing port. There is a fish auction house on the quayside.
Brixham's main claim to fame is that William Of Orange landed here in 1688, an event marked by his statue. His first English Parliament was formed by him on his way to London.
Brixham has a Napoleonic fort at Berry Head which is a nice walk, the Berry Head Hotel gives excellent views over the whole bay. Spectacular on a summers night with views to the lights of Torquay and Paignton.
Overlooking Torbay, Brixham is popular with painters and holidaymakers. There are several holiday villages.
There are a few beaches, but you can walk all the way around the coast to find a cove to suit you. Best beach at Broadsands, take the main road to Paignton and turn right after Churston Common, a mile after passing Churston village
Golf course at Churston, and you can join the Torbay Steam railway there to visit Paignton or Kingswear.
Shopping area is small, really geared to the typical holidaymaker. Torquay is Torbay's major shopping area. Plenty of pubs...take your pick, not the place to have a pub crawl and survive! Good fish restaurants.
Brixham has a Tourist Information CentreBrixham Fish Market, Brixham
Visit early, The fish market, the sights and sounds as well as the smells of a busy port. Brixham Fish Market information
Take the boat across to Torquay, or take a cruise, Brixham
Try The Greenway Quay & Ferry Service, Princess Theatre, Torquay & New Pier Brixham. Passenger Ferry Service between Brixham and Torquay and return. Ten sailings per day from each port in high season. Take the boat across to Torquay, or take a cruise information
Coastal walks, Brixham
towards Paignton, or go the other way around towards Kingswear. Coastal walks information
Ye Olde Coffin House King Street, Brixham
A unique building shaped like a coffin. It was built as a father told his daughter that before she wed he would see her in a coffin. So the couple built a house in the shape of a coffin and met the fathers wishes. Ye Olde Coffin House information
Brixham Heritage Museum Bolton Cross, Brixham TQ5 9SQ
local museum & historical research. Brixham Heritage Museum information
Brixham Aquarium 12 The Quay, Brixham TQ5 8AW
Examples of fish found in UK waters. Brixham Aquarium information
Berry Head Country Park Berry Head, Brixham TQ5 9AL
wild flowers abound as you walk along the cliffs in sight of the fort and looking for traces of the Iron Age fort. Berry Head Country Park information
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Church Street Churston near Brixham TQ5 0JE MAP Next to a golf course and an old church, and 1 mile from Brixham Harbour, this 12th-century manor has good local food and fine rooms with historic features. Walk to the sea in about 10 minutes and discover Elbury Cove and Broadsands Beach. More Information and Book ... |
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King Street Brixham TQ5 9TJ MAP Delightfully situated overlooking picturesque harbour. Superb AA Rosette restaurant specialising in freshly caught fish and local produce. Friendly local pub serving excellent bar food with live entertainment at weekends. Beautiful coastal walks, close… More Information and Book ... |
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Church Hill Brixham TQ5 8HH MAP Smugglers Haunt Hotel is a 300-year old building in the charming fishing town of Brixham. It offers bed and breakfast accommodation a 2-minute walk from Brixham Harbour. More Information and Book ... |
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130 New Road Brixham TQ5 8DA MAP Situated in the small fishing town of Brixham, and 5 miles from Paignton, Brixham House is an award winning B&B on the English Riviera. More Information and Book ... |
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170 New Road Brixham TQ5 8DA MAP This family-run guesthouse is a 10-minute walk from the centre of Brixham and just 15 minutes' drive from the seaside town of Torquay. There is free Wi-Fi and free parking on site, and guests can relax in the landscaped garden. More Information and Book ... |
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Berry Head Brixham MAP Commanding stunning views across St Mary's Bay, this spacious, well appointed property with its large garden is set just ¼ mile from the coastal path and a lovely sandy beach, and Sabacombe Bay is 4 miles. Not only is Green Gables.. Sleeps 12 + cot More Information and Book ... |
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Brixham TQ5 8RT MAP Longview is a semi-detached dormer bungalow in the Devon seaside town of Brixham in Torbay The cottage sleeps eight people and has two double bedrooms, two twin rooms and two family bathrooms. Sleeps: 8 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: £520 - £1285 a week. More Information and Book ... |
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