Best Devon Walks
 
Best Paignton Walks
 
3 TOP Walks
Walk 1 Paignton Harbour
 3 miles (1h 20)
 difficulty 2/4 (easy)
Walk 2 Paignton to Torquay
 3 miles (1h 20)
 difficulty 2/4 (easy)
Walk 3 Paignton to Broadsands
 3 miles (1h 20)
 difficulty 3/4 (challenging)
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Paignton is known for its Victorian pier , pudding & Dartmouth Steam Railway.

Point of InterestWhat to see?
parking Victoria Car Park
  
parkingSATNAV Postcode:TQ4 6PE
 
 
Walk 1
Paignton Harbour (3 miles)
 MAP
Paignton Harbour
Paignton Harbour

  Difficulty:

This delightful walk takes you past Paignton's pier and its charming harbour.

The route follows the coast to Goodrington with stunning views of Torquay and beyond.

It returns past the famous Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway.

There are two steep descents.

length:
3 miles
time:
1 hr 20 mins
terrain:
tracks ,footpaths
residential streets
main roads
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altitude range
5 - 25 m
quality of track
****

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Walk 2
Paignton to Torquay (3 miles)
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torquay harbour
Torquay Harbour

Difficulty:

Can you walk from Paignton to Torquay along the beach?

This is not possible as there is a stretch between Paignton and Torquay which has no beach.

However , you can follow the South West Coastal Path which is well signed.

Take the BUS 12 to return to Paignton or walk back the same way.

Routes:

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Walk 3
Paignton to Broadsands (3 miles)
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Ruins of Bath House
Ruins of Bath House

Difficulty:

A most varied walk along the coast with some spectacular views.

To take the bus back walk 0.7 miles along Broadsands Park Rd - see map.

The route follows the South West Coastal Path and includes pubs/cafes/ toilets at:

Can I walk to Brixham from Paignton?

Yes, you can following the coastal path, total distamce one way frim Paignton is 5.4 miles.

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 Walks near Paignton
 
Torquay
 
 
Great easy circular walks exploring Torquay's magnificent coast line, its harbour and Tor Abbey.
 
Broadsands
 
 
A varied and pleasant circular walk from Broadsands to Greenway.
 
Brixham
 
 
A thriving fish market town with a picturesque harbour provides a popular centre for exploring a beautiful coastline with extensive views of Tor Bay.