Things to see on your Brixham holiday

Brixham is a delightful small fishing town and civil parish situated in the sprawling county of Devon, South West England. Brixham is located in the southern end of Torbay just across the bay from Torquay and is well known as being a fishing port. It is built around the central harbour area, which is the main lifeline of the town. The two main industries that Brixham offers are fishing and tourism. Brixham is one of UK’s busiest fishing ports and deals with tens of thousands of tonnes of fresh fish and crustaceans daily!

There are several attractions for tourists to view in and around Brixham. Here are a few things to see on your Brixham holiday:

Harbourside – Golden Hind Museum Ship: This is situated alongside the main quay, and is a historic ship that is a replica of the flagship of Sir Francis Drake. Here you can relive his incredible world voyage in the 16th century. The ship gives hands on experience to life on board and is a real treat to visitors of all ages. The Golden Hind also offers a range of special events, from re-enactments to exhibitions.

Brixham Museum: This is one of the best collections of local history in Brixham, offering lots of artefacts, antiques, paintings, pictures, maps and many more collectibles over several centuries. The museum has been arranged in an interesting and engaging manner, making it easy to go through all items present.

Church of St Mary the Virgin: This church located in Churston Ferrers was built in the 14th century and is famous because of its perpendicular style and large clock tower with six bells. Agatha Christie, the famous crime novelist attended this church regularly when she was living nearby.

Shingle Beaches: Elberry Cove is a shingle beach that is secluded and surrounded by woodlands. It is a 10 minute walk along the coastal path with parking at Broadsands a half mile away. At the end of the beach is Elberry Bath House which is similar to a small old castle. Another small shingle beach close to Brixham is Breakwater. This is easily accessible and has ample car parking facilities. It is a Blue Flag and Seaside awarded beach and is thus very popular with families.

Greenway: This is a quaint picturesque garden, which offers visitors the chance to see an unspoilt slice of Devon countryside and gardens on the bank of the River Dart. It creates an atmosphere of romantic wilderness and has been managed by the National Trust since 2000.

These are just the tip of the iceberg of things to do and see on your Brixham holiday.