PAIGNTON DEVON | A great old fashioned seaside town

PAIGNTON DEVON | A great old fashioned seaside holiday town
Paignton, a jewel on the English Riviera in Devon, England, is a seaside holiday resort town that captivates visitors with its stunning beaches, family-friendly attractions, and rich history.
Here are some of the things to do in Paignton
Goodrington Sands: Bask in the golden sands of this expansive, two-mile beach, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, building sandcastles, or simply soaking up the sunshine. Explore the rock pools teeming with marine life or enjoy various water sports activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing.
Paignton Beach: This charming beach, located right next to the pier, offers a variety of amenities including deckchairs, sun loungers, and toilets. Relax on the soft sands, take a dip in the refreshing waters, or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the scenic promenade.
Splashdown Quaywest: Create unforgettable memories with a thrilling day at Splashdown Quaywest, one of the UK's largest water parks. Experience heart-pounding rides, relaxing floats down the lazy river, or take a dip in the wave pool.
Paignton Pier: No trip to the seaside is complete without a visit to the pier. Paignton Pier boasts a variety of amusements and arcades to entertain visitors of all ages. Take a ride on the carousel, test your skills in the arcade games, grab a delicious ice cream, or simply marvel at the panoramic coastal views.
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park: Encounter a diverse range of animals from around the world at Paignton Zoo Environmental Park. Walk through the recreated rainforest habitat, marvel at majestic big cats, and learn about the zoo's vital conservation efforts.
Geoplay Park: Unleash your inner child at the Geoplay Park, a fun-filled outdoor play area featuring climbing frames, slides, swings, and a splash pad. Perfect for a day of family fun and entertainment.
Palace Theatre: Immerse yourself in the magic of live performances at the Palace Theatre. This historic theater stages a diverse program of shows throughout the year, from captivating plays and musicals to live concerts and comedy acts.
Dartmouth Steam Railway: Take a nostalgic journey through the stunning South Devon countryside aboard the Dartmouth Steam Railway. Climb aboard a vintage steam train and admire the picturesque scenery as you travel between Paignton and Kingswear.
Cockington Country Park: Escape the hustle and bustle of the seaside resort and explore the tranquility of Cockington Country Park. This sprawling park offers acres of woodlands, lakes, and meadows to explore. Go for a scenic hike, rent a bike, or simply relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
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[@bluestreety]

Fabulous video . Takes me back. My first visit was as an eight year old in 1963 and I thought it was a wonderful place. I'd been to Brid a couple of times and Blackpool, but Paignton was so much more exciting. Travelling down through the night, was wonderful. No motorways in those days, so you're looking at 10 to 12 hours. The second time we went, in 1965, we went overnight again, but by train from Sheffield Midland, as it was then. Again so exciting to me, sleeping on a train. The last time I went was in 1992 and as I am 70 next year, I think it's time to go back, go back and remember those wonderful times, when life was so very different. Thank you for sharing this with us Neil.

[@Trond_travels]

I took the steam train from Paignton to Kingswear. Just amazing. The smell of steam took me back in time.

[@GimbalWalkTV]

Perfection

[@pearlblakeley5496]

Loved the video enjoyed the walk loved the steam train shops beach enjoyed the walk thanks for your time have a good Sunday

[@katiefoley83]

Aww thank you for the Paignton video. Our first holiday in 6 years and in 41 days will be back here. Not too much has changed except for restaurant on front and 2 new hotels...oh I can't wait x

[@andrewcroft9541]

Love Paignton been a good few years ago I love that you show the town as well as the sea front has a great zoo also

[@nelsonvictory1834]

I have been waiting for this vlog brings back memories for me when I was nine staying at a caravan site in paignton in a caravan named pandora I am now 71 years of age and I thankyou for the memories take care

[@suepoole2638]

We were staying there that weekend. We'd nipped over to Plymouth on the train that day. We visited wetherspoons the night before, a big shout out to the staff as it was bursting at the seams! We've been going to paignton for years.

[@saddaddrummer]

We spent many happy holidays in Paignton when the family was young, used to catch the steam train up to Dartmouth. I well remember the fish and chip shop you went past, down the side road used to be a small precinct with benches in the middle, we had bought the last three pieces of fish as it was the end of the lunchtime opening, sat down to enjoy the delicious fish and chips which smelt wonderful, when suddenly a loud scream from my daughter who was about seven or eight at the time pointed to a bloody great seagull making off with her fish in it's beak, she was inconsolable, so I gave her my fish, which she guarded and ate like she had never eaten before, while I enjoyed a tray of chips, my wife kept looking at me with that look of, don't think for a moment that you're having any of mine.....being a dad eh?

[@suebotfield6432]

our favourite place especially when are kids where young always stayed grange court in caravans in the 1980 1990 tees then few years ago stayed in goodrington few times apartments on the beach 😊

[@SteveOSpielberg]

A wonderful place to visit. When I was here a couple of years ago The local Elvis Festival was on which was very good. Roundham Clifs is also a nice spot. I have to go back.

[@rogertemple7193]

More of beautiful Devon here in Paignton and it is definitely an old fashioned town with an awesome train going through and I like trains Paignton is really very beautiful and awesome especially for walking around and exploring thanks again and until the next video thank you. 🇬🇧🤠🇬🇧

[@chrisparnaby65]

it looks absolutley stuning

[@stefanhelbig8726]

I like your videos with the explanations via subtitles. And I like the coast and (I'm German) I've also been to Paignton, Swanage, Torquay, the coast in Dorset and Devon in the south. I liked it a lot. Of course (please don't be angry) it's not like in the Marple movies with Joan Hickson or Midsomer Murders. Everything changes, here as well. You're doing an excellent job and I'm very grateful to be able to watch.

[@GimbalWalkTV]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@adanur642]

❤❤❤

[@stevec8433]

I love Paignton. I try to go at least 4 times each year. I have already booked to hotels next year . Great places to visit and great friendly people there. ❤

[@dehewitt341]

What a lovely seaside. I was looking forward to seeing the beach huts that were show on posters at the beginning of the video, but... You must have went the wrong way! lol Oh well maybe next time you shoot there? Thanks Neil, my choice of the Beachy Hotel would be the white with turquoise. :)

[@elainehowell2836]

We are going to Paignton again in August and November and I love going to Paignton and the ibis and the Marcus and they are very wonderful and nice as well as the shops and restaurants and had a wonderful time down there since last year and this year with my friend thanks Neil and we would like to see you round Paignton again

[@stevec8433]

Absolutely amazing hotels especially the Mercure and Friday nights with the female singer❤

[@user-oo5fz2qn5w]

Lovely place stayed many times thanks another trip down memory lane

[@adelia988]

I live in Devon it’s really gone down hill especially Torquay.

[@002lisamarie]

It looks quite nice. Is it a nice place to live.?

[@GimbalWalkTV]

I think so

[@bluestreety]

And no, it's not changed!

[@JanetHolland-cq5zl]

LOVE THE MUSIC, AND I REMEMBER THE TUNE BUT NOT THE NAME OF IT.

[@robertjones-eb4xo]

Very nice we go there a lot. Folk seem fine no gangs of yobs, not their kind of place is it. Sand is only thing Ify more Sandstone we think.

[@pickle-lr6xw]

Paignton is a thorn between two roses. I'm sure it was great in it's early days like many British seaside resorts but unfortunately the best part of Paignton now is when you drive out the other end.

[@hgvl3]

i was there last year

[@geoffreyjerrom7771]

😎

[@GimbalWalkTV]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Ancient-Paths]

What do I think of Paignton? To be honest - it looks awful. But I have just watched your video on Salcombe ... so everything looks awful after that! At least I don't have to visit it now... but thanks anyway.

[@GimbalWalkTV]

Fair enough!

[@Ancient-Paths]

@@GimbalWalkTV Yes, and I should know .... I live in Southsea, Portsmouth ... and that is a dump too! But I love your videos .... keep up the good work...

[@diskellyheron7382]

A Pimp Wagon ?😅

[@GimbalWalkTV]

😮😮😮🤣

[@ElCid48]

The car is a Cadillac Coupe De Ville, probably a 1964 model.

[@GimbalWalkTV]

Beautiful!!