Paignton Devon Is an old Celtic coastal town that is part of the Torbay Area, also known as the English Rivera.
This family resort town is also known for it historical aspects and effect on popular culture.
It was originally a Victorian resort town and has grown to allow families to play on the beaches and enjoy a water slide park in the area.
Many also enjoy kite flying, boating and jet skiing as well as other water sports.
Those that are interested in natural sciences find that the Saltern Cove is they destination that they enjoy the most due to its unusual geology.
Many of the landmarks are closed, but they're still interesting to view the buildings.
The Torbay Picture House was where Agatha Christie often watched movies and even had a favorite seat as well as being featured in several movies.
The store Rossiters is said to be the idea behind the comedy "Are You Being Served?" and you can also view the site of the old Royal Bijou Theatre, where the premier of "The Pirates of Penzance" was debuted in England.
These sites are interesting due to their shaping of popular culture in Britain.
The Compton Castle is the home of the man who colonized Newfoundland, Sir Humphrey Gilbert.
The castle also was the setting for 1995's "Sense and Sensibility" and you can take guided tours throughout the castle and learn about the famous Gilbert Family, and the history of the building, which has been around since the mid-14th century.
Paignton Devon is a rich and diverse area to travel to.
While the beaches are the biggest draw for your holiday, and should be experienced since they are some of the finest in the world, there is much more the town has to offer.
Full of popular culture references and historical sites, there is something for everyone to enjoy while on Holiday here.