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We hope you will find this guide useful. It’s packed full of information about things to do and see, events, eating out, the ever useful map… and lots, lots more!

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Brixham is a very special place and we’re so glad that you are choosing to visit and experience the delights that we have to offer.

Our lovely town, which has grown from asmall hamlet into today’s vibrant andwelcoming resort, is the heart of thebeautiful South Devon Coast.

We offer a truly unique experience for our visitors, with everything that you could wish for, whether you are with us for a day, weekend or a longer stay.

Experience, Enjoy, Indulge.

BRIXHAM HERITAGE MUSEUMWinner of the Telegraph's 'Family Friendly Museum of the Year Award 2013'. Dedicated to the history and heritage of the town, this fascinating place covers everything from Brixham maritime heritage to Brixham Bone Caverns. FREE ENTRY

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BOAT TRIPS: VARIOUS OPERATORSNo visit or stay in Brixham would be complete without a boat trip. Whether it is a ferry trip to Paignton or Torquay, a wildlife cruise, mackerel fishing or day trips to Dartmouth, come and join in the fun. Happy Sailing!

Booking Kiosks on Brixham Harbour - TQ5 8AW

THE GOLDEN HINDCome and explore the amazing Golden Hind and discover the secrets of Drake's Ship. There's so much to see and explore above and below the five decks of this stunning Museum Ship.

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BERRY HEAD NATIONAL NATURE RESERVEWhether your passion is history, wildlife, walking or relaxing with family and friends in beautiful surroundings, no trip to Brixham is complete without a visit to this outstanding attraction.

www.countryside-trust.org.uk/ berryhead - TQ5 9AW

SHOALSTONE OUTDOOR POOLShoalstone outdoor swimming pool is one of only a handful of outdoor lidos left in the country, open from May to September, and is FREE to use. A fantastic and safe place to swim and have some fun in the sun.

www.shoalstone.com - TQ5 9TF

BRIXHAM BATTERY HERITAGE CENTRECome and find out about the part that Brixham played in WW2 at this informative and friendly heritage centre.Handle a WW2 rifle, try your hand at Morse code, see the gun emplacement and find out what life was like on the Home Front. FREE ENTRY

www.brixhambattery.net - TQ5 8RU

OUT & ABOUTTHERE IS NO CHANCE OF GETTING BORED IN BRIXHAM. TAKE A LOOK AT JUST SOME OF THE GREAT THINGS YOU CAN SEE AND DO.

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DON’T FORGET TO VISIT BRIXHAM THEATRE FOR GREAT SHOWS AND CONCERTS ALL YEAR ROUND. www.brixhamtheatre.uk - TQ5 8TA

EVENTS & FESTIVA�BRIXHAM IS HOME TO SOME OF THE BESTEVENTS & AWARD WINNING FESTIVALS IN SOUTH DEVON. HERE IS JUST A FLAVOUR OF WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO SEE AND ENJOY WITH US.

AUTUMN...We welcome Autumn with our amazing event “ENGLAND’S SEAFOOD FEAST“ which in it's second year gives Brixham and the whole of the English Rivera a chance to celebrate and eat the world’s best fish and seafood.

Our ever popular SEA ANGLING FESTIVAL makes a welcome return and keep a look out for some great autumn events at our local NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTIES and our very own BERRY HEAD COUNTRY PARK.

And don’t forget BRIXHAM THEATRE with its great shows on all year round.

�GULAR EVENTS...ARTS AND CRAFT MARKETS on the harbourside Saturday, Easter till October. Wednesday markets start in May.

FOOD MARKET 2nd and 4th Sundays April – October.

Look out for LIVE MUSIC at our local pubs and restaurants, an all year event.

BRIXHAM FISH MARKET TOURS A unique look behind the scenes at Brixham's working fish market.

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E�TER & SP�NG...Easter has great home-grown events for all the family. Easter Egg Hunts, Treasure Trails and much more. Check out the individual attractions' websites for details.

The BRIXHAM PIRATE FESTIVAL and the award winning BRIX FEST are just two of our signature events unique to Brixham... They're not to be missed. Superb events for all the family, book your accommodation early!

Visit www.lovebrixham.co.uk for Monthly and Yearly Events information... Events added all year.

SUMMER...Maritime events dominate with BRIXHAM TRAWLER RACE and BRIXHAM HERITAGE REGATTA to name but two. Sailing and other water based events occur most weeks.

Also we play host to TORBAY STEAM FAIR and RNLI WEEK, both very popular with residents and visitors. THE FESTIVAL OF THE SEA, based at our famous All Saints Church, is a wonderful and very special event in the heart of Brixham.

Concerts and live music are often arranged on the harbour during the long sunny evenings, which are free to all.

There is so much going on, visit us and have a great time.

Thursdays from July till September become PIRATE THURSDAY... Get your eyepatches ready... Arrrr!

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CHRISTMAS & WINTER...Our town slows down a gear but that is just what a lot of our visitors love, with Brixham taking on a traditional Christmas and winter feel.

Come and join us for wonderful Christmas events such as our LANTERNS, LIGHTS AND ‘LUMINATIONS where we light our streets up for the festive season with a lantern parade, superb festive lighting, food and drink galore and a firework display to round off the night.

Carol services on the harbour and other great events make Brixham a very special place to visit at this time of year.

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M� OF T� TOWNFIND THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT ANDTHE GREATEST PLACES TO SHOP. Central Brixham offers easy access for all, with the main shopping streets and harbour area being wheelchair and scooter friendly. We look forward to welcoming everyone to our friendly town.

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Brixham is a place where all visitors, whether staying or just visiting for the day, are made to feel very welcome but Brixham has a special place in its heart for the family.

Whether it’s fishing for crabs, discovering the content of a rock pool or building that very special sandcastle, all produce super smiles and sleepy heads.

Using up that boundless energy at Berry Head Country Park or swimming at our very own Shoalstone outdoor pool, all great holiday ideas that are totally FREE.

Because Brixham has so much free fun, you can budget for something a bit special such as a boat trip from the harbour. There are so many options to choose from with prices to suit all pockets and no trip to Brixham would be complete without a visit to our very own full sized pirate ship, The Golden Hind. Ideal for the young and young at heart.

During our many family friendly festivals, there are often great competitions, activity days and so much more which everyone can join in.

Take home happy memories and come back and see us soon!

Brixham is a place where history is present at every turn. So why don’t you take a look at our short quiz and become a Brixham History Hunter?

See if you can find the answers to the following questions.

What was the name of the king that landed in Brixham and started the 'Glorious or Bloodless Revolution'? His statue is on Brixham Harbourside.

Why do we have The Golden Hind in our harbour? You can pop on board to find out more or go and visit Brixham Museum.

Who built the amazing forts at Berry Head? Take a trip to Berry Head to find out all you need.

Why is All Saints Church, which is known as the Fisherman’s church, so famous? Listen to bells chime.

What great World War 2 event did Brixham play a part in? Take a trip up to Brixham Battery Museum to find out.

This is just a small taste of Brixham's amazing history and heritage, wherever you walk there is a story to be told or a fact to find. Happy hunting!

Take a look at the amazing new website www.brixhamheritagetrail.com and download the Official Heritage trail or, even better, install the Heritage Trail app, a must do for all visitors!

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No holiday in Brixham would be complete without a trip to the beach, so take a look at the options below and take your pick.

Visit one or all, each has adifferent character and all provide great fun for the family.

Breakwater is our town beach, not sandy but in an amazing spot with easy parking.

Fishcombe Cove. Small but beautifully made. Access does include steps.

Shoalstone Beach. Not far from Breakwater and is next door to our amazing Shoalstone Outdoor Pool.

St Marys Bay. A lovely beach with fab rock pools, sand and shingle. Access does include steps.

Man Sands. A wonderful hidden gem, no real car access but, if you are a walker, it can’t be beaten.

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Brixham is ideal for walking, whether you're a serious rambler or an after dinner stroller!

The South West Coast Path offers breathtaking views

and walks for all capabilities. Berry Head itself has a plethora of short walks, as does Battery Gardens, both offering great views of Torbay.

Visit www.torbay.gov.uk/leisure-sports-and-community

parks/walks/ for a great range of walks and trails.

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There are over 8.5 million dogs in Britain and the latest statistics say over 30% of people holiday with their loving furry friends - so why choose Brixham for you and your beloved pooch?

Both Brixham’s main hotels take dogs and so do a good selection of our B & B and self-catering accommodation. We offer something for all tastes and budgets.

Pubs, cafés and an ever increasing number of restaurants allow dogs either inside or at their outside tables so, even on Winter days, which are often mild and gloriously sunny, you can sit and watch the world go by without having to leave your furry friend behind.

DOG FRIENDLY BEACHES

Beaches that are dog friendly all year - Churston Cove, Fishcombe Cove, St Marys Bay, Man Sands and Shoalstone Beach.

DOG WALKINGYou will be hard pressed to find better walks than in Brixham and the surrounding area including Berry Head and Battery Gardens. We have plenty of open spaces where your dogs can have fun and stay safe. All we ask is that you please follow the CLEAN UP CODE.

Keep a look out on our Facebook page for posts and great 'Doggy Holiday' ideas from the Love Brixham Team.

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Shopping and eating... two great pastimes when on holiday or any time for that matter. Brixham will not disappoint on either count.

Food is everywhere you look, from top class cafés to an award winning sea food restaurant, with the emphasis on homemade and locally sourced ingredients.

Being a fishing port, our fish is as fresh as it can be and, if you have never sampled seafood, here is the place to do it.

Whatever takes your fancy, we have it in Brixham… And don’t worry we have some great walks to burn off all those extra calories!

Shopping is a joy in our beautiful town, not just because our shops are easy to access, but the fact that we offer such a diverse range, something for everyone.

Our streets contain some of your high street favourites alongside a great range of local independent shops which offer everything from beautiful local art to handmade crafts and so much more.

Make sure you buy some of our wonderful fresh fish, landed here in Brixham, not wrapped in plastic, truly local and truly delicious. Take your time, stroll up and down our small streets and you will discover all manner of glorious goodies just waiting for you to give them a new home!

Choosing to stay in Brixham is, in our opinion, a great decision. Not just because we offer such a wide range of places to stay but because you are able to become part of the community, if only for a short while.

Whether you are looking for a hotel with that special touch, a small and friendly B & B or a cosy guest house, we have a great selection to suit all budgets.

If you are looking for self-catering we can offer everything from a vibrant holiday centre to a quaint fisherman's cottage.

Whatever you choose and for however long you stay, you are very, very welcome.

For great accommodation to suit all visit www.englishriviera.co.uk

P.S Keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages for great special offers.

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