English Riviera Airshow: Sky-High Spectacle

Torbay’s natural amphitheatre provides a unique and stunning location for the English Riviera Airshow! Join us on this weekend break to experience the spectacular flying displays, including the famous Red Arrows, plus enjoy live music, carnival fun, and plenty of food and drink stalls to choose from. This special event fills the sky with wonder and is a wonderful way to spend a weekend!

3 days from £199pp

Single Room Supplement from £39pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • English Riviera Airshow
  • 2 nights hotel with English breakfast and 2 evening meals
  • Regional joining points
  • Porterage at the hotel

Itinerary

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Regional departure by coach, then enjoy a direct journey to the Esplanade Hotel in Paignton for a two-night stay.

Spend the afternoon exploring this pretty seaside town at leisure. You can stroll along the sandy beaches, take in the fresh sea air, and enjoy a peaceful walk along the picturesque seafront.

The charming pier provides entertainment and lovely views of the coast whilst the local shops are great for picking up a souvenir from your travels. There are also plenty of charming cafés that are perfect for a warm drink and some delicious treats.

Enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening and be entertained by the live music on Paignton Green.

Included Meals

  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • Paignton

Today is the highlight of the weekend, the English Riviera Airshow – a spectacular event that takes place over the beautiful coastline of Torbay.

This exciting airshow can be viewed from any position on the seafront. Throughout the day, there will be breathtaking displays from some of the world’s most impressive aircraft, including the famous Red Arrows, Spitfires, and modern jets. The planes perform incredible aerobatics, loop-the-loops, and daring manoeuvres high above the sea.

The event also includes on-the-ground activities, stalls, and entertainment on Paignton Green, making it a fantastic day out. Attending the English Riviera Airshow offers the chance to enjoy the stunning coastal views while witnessing the skill and precision of the pilots. It’s a wonderful way to experience the beauty of the English seaside combined with the excitement of an air display. The show provides a unique and exhilarating day filled with the sights and sounds of aircraft soaring through the sky, offering an unforgettable celebration of aviation in a picturesque setting.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Included Highlights

  • English Riviera Airshow

After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, we depart and and enjoy our direct journey home.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

Accommodation

You will stay for two nights at the 3-star Esplanade Hotel in Paignton.

Esplanade Hotel

Esplanade Hotel

Recently refurbished in 2024 and boasting fantastic views over nearby Paignton Beach, the Esplanade Hotel is located in a prime position and is the perfect base for a seaside holiday on the English Riviera. The town centre is just a five-minute walk away, whilst Paignton Pier and quieter Goodrington Beach are within walking distance. Enjoy delicious meals in the modern restaurant which operates a wide and varied menu, and relax in the stylish and comfortable Harbour Bay Lounge in the evening, which boasts superb views. If you have energy to spare, there’s live entertainment in the Riviera Suite during the holiday season, so you can soak up the social atmosphere with other guests.

Location: Sands Road, Paignton, TQ4 6EG

Hotel Facilities

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General
  • 3 Star
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift
Room
  • TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Telephone
Service
  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • Dogs Allowed on Request
Hotel
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lift

Single Room Supplements

Single Room Supplement from £39.00

Please note, the event date is subject to change. If the event cancels due to unforeseen circumstances, the weekend break will still operate to Paignton.

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