What to do and see in Brixham, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

The last wooden Heritage Sailing trawler built at Uphams shipyard, Brixham in 1926. Now taking local people and visitors alike on sailing trips out of her home port.

Join us for coasteering, rock climbing and gorge walking to name but a few of our adventure activities... add caving or canoeing to your adventure to ensure that you take away the memory of a lifetime. Exciting group adventure days, outdoor adventure activities, family adventures and stag and hen activity days in South Devon.

Quality fishing trips, Wildlife cruises and the Teignmouth - Torbay Round Robin. Torquay, Paignton, Brixham & Teignmouth. Family run, knowledgeable and passionate - come see how WE do boat trips!

Southwest Rib Rides is a small family owned business that caters for the whole family. Whether you fancy a quick ‘blast’ or a guided tour cruising around the bay discovering the hidden gems the English Riviera has to offer, there’s a reason Torbay remains one of the most popular holiday destinations in the UK!

Proper boat trips, from a professional, accredited, family run pleasure boat company. No one does it like WeFerry - just you wait and sea!

Brixham Heritage Museum was delighted to be awarded a Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence for 2015, the third year running, thank you all for making this possible! We were also joint winners of the Family Friendly Museum Award in 2013,despite nationwide competition. We offer a choice of activities which are suitable for a variety of ages, and we hold many 'special days' both within and outside of our Museum. There are opportunities to become amateur archaeologists, no matter how young, and many other "hands-on" experiences are found on both floor levels inside the building.For all visitors there are a variety of displays ranging from the prehistoric to the 1950s, with particular emphasis on the maritime industry of the area. We also offer Family History Research for all areas, and hold regular talks and social activities. For further information please view our website.

This stunning headland, with its iconic lighthouse and Napoleonic Fort, is surrounded by water on three sides and offers exceptional views across Torbay and beyond. You can enjoy some superb coastal walks, spot wildlife on land and at sea, or simply relax in the award-winning Guardhouse Café. Our Visitor Centre will tell you all about the Reserve, its history, wildlife and the work of Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust. Do check for opening times during off peak season. This is a must-visit day out and is either a pleasant walk from up from Brixham or short drive to the visitor car park. Dogs are very welcome throughout the site; leads are required in certain areas. Disability access is good with tarmac or laid paths into both the North and South Forts.

The Golden Hind in Brixham Harbour, is one of only two full sized replicas in the world of 16th century explorer and privateer Sir Francis Drake's famous ship. The Ship has been a feature of picturesque Brixham harbour for over fifty years, entertaining and educating thousands of visitors during this time - as well as being featured on many tv programmes and films. The Ship is open come rain or shine and is an all weather attraction with many indoor displays as well as wide open decks and on-board activities.