As much as we hate to admit it, the sun doesn’t always shine here in South Devon. That doesn’t put a stop to the endless amount of fun to be enjoyed with a stay at Beverley Holidays. Take a look at our top 5 rainy day activities on the English Riviera below.

5 Rainy Day Activities

Use the quick links to navigate to a particular wet day activity or read on for our full guide to rainy day activities in Devon.

1. Paignton Zoo
2. Paignton Pier
3. Beverley Holiday’s Indoor Pool
4. Bygones
5. Torquay Museum

1. Paignton Zoo

A great day out come rain or shine, Paignton Zoo is a must whatever time of year you visit. You can discover its endless animal inhabitants without ever getting wet thanks to its plentiful indoor areas including Savannah and tropical rainforest enclosures.

Plus, its indoor soft play provides three areas for your little ones to release their inner animals, including one dedicated to babies, another suitable for toddlers and a huge area for the big kids to let off some steam!

2. Paignton Pier

With hundreds of amusement machines and traditional arcade delights to be enjoyed, Paignton Pier offers something for everyone. It is great fun for all even if the weather isn’t at its finest.

Situated in the centre of Paignton beach, the pier is also home to tasty seaside treats including local fish and chips and yummy fresh donuts.

3. Beverley Holiday’s Tropical Indoor Pool

If it’s too drizzly to hit the beach, guests staying at Beverley Holidays can use our very own Tropical Indoor Pool offer the perfect rainy weather escape.

The Oasis Leisure Club comes complete with its very own poolside hot tub to relax in after a swim. Plus, the little ones will love splashing around in our indoor paddling pool.

4. Bygones

Step into the past at Bygones and take a trip down memory lane as you explore 100 years of history, interactive displays and thousands of genuine objects from the 1830s to the 1950s. With a full-size Victorian street to walk down, full-scale steam engine and a First World War trench, see, hear, smell and play your way through three floors of British history.

5. Torquay Museum

Get ready to explore a fascinating collection of artefacts at Torquay Museum. With lots to do for children and adults alike, discover Ancient Egypt, come face-to-face with the sabre-toothed tiger and find your way through Britain’s only Agatha Christie gallery, dedicated to the Torquay born Queen of Crime.

Stay in the English Riviera

Looking for somewhere to stay on the English Riviera? Look no further than Beverley Holidays!