Fairy Cove – View of Paignton Bay loop from Torbay

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Fairy Cove – View of Paignton Bay loop from Torbay

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Fairy Cove – View of Paignton Bay loop from Torbay

00:48

7.72km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 28, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Lyme Bay and Torbay Special Area of Conservation

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.77 km

Paignton Sands

Highlight • Beach

2.75 km

Fairy Cove

Highlight • Beach

Fairy Cove is a pretty little beach to the South of Paignton Sands, just over the Harbour wall, which is popular with families. Composed of red sand and shingle with …

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3.40 km

Cliff Gardens and View of Goodrington Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Picturesque gardens with views over Goodrington Park

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3.53 km

View of the Beach Between Paignton and Brixham

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.59 km

Roundham Beach

Highlight • Beach

3.90 km

Goodrington Sands North Beach

Highlight • Beach

At the heart of the English Riviera, Goodrington Sands is well known as a safe family holiday destination, with a gently sloping sandy beach, which is well managed every morning …

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4.74 km

View of Paignton Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

With views over Paignton Bay, this is one of the few cycle friendly parts of the South West Coast Path.

Admire the red rock cliffs of this Lyme Bay and …

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7.72 km

End point

Bus stop

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