Visit beautiful Paignton for the perfect beach getaway

A breathtakingly beautiful coastal town in southern Devon, Paignton is a well known holiday destination for a bit of fun in the sun and the perfect beach getaway. When you are looking to take a vacation where water and fun are found in abundant numbers, Paignton is the perfect place for your next getaway. A perfect, family friendly location, with mile upon mile of beautiful coastline, this town has a welcoming and laid back atmosphere that makes it such a wonderful place to get away from it all.

Once a fishing village, with a small, but important port, the scenery, along with the atmosphere has changed over the years. An old Celtic settlement, mentioned in the Domesday Book (written in 1086 AD) shows the rich history Paignton had as a fishing outpost. For a bit more history, explore Winner Street and Palace Avenue which have old Victorian-inspired structures, as well as a medieval stone house. For those who are interested in the religious history, the Coverdale Tower was named for a Bishop by the name of Miles Coverdale, who translated the Bible to English back in 1536.

While the history of Paignton is rich indeed, that is not the primary reason people choose this for a getaway location. The real reason is the mile upon mile of pristine and beautiful beaches this town boasts.

Whether you interest lies more in the beach side ramble, or you are into doing some intense water sports, there are tons of activities to choose from. Take a few days to stroll the beach, with all of its nooks and coves, in its entirety for a nice, romantic way to spend a bit of time with the one you love. Or, for the family trip, or the more adventurous amongst us, take advantage of the kite surfing or dinghy sailing options available to you in Paignton.

Whether you are looking to relax, or looking to have some fun in the sun with your family, Paignton makes a great destination. With its vast miles of gorgeous coastline and all the amenities you could imagine, from high class, to action packed, this is a great place to get away from it all.