Bay of Lights

On 28th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027 Torquay

The Bay of Lights is a fantastic FREE winter event that lights up the towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham across December and into early January each year. Many attractions and towns take part in 'lighting up the Bay' to create a winter wonderland on the English Riviera.

This year's Bay of Lights 1.5mile accessible Illumination Trail will have large light installations, offering stunning digital light shows, fireworks at the harbourside, Christmas music, interactive fun and memory making photographic opportunities. This event gets bigger each year and has fast become one of the major Christmas events in the South West.

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Reviews

  • A thoroughly enjoyable day out - I was very impressed with the organisation, it was always very clear where we were supposed to go and what time we were supposed to be somewhere - would happily do it again.
  • Grand day out! - I thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip, from the steam train to the ferry ride and of course, the boat trip. The designated seating and screens made me feel very safe. Well done!
  • Perfect day - We have done this several times over the years and is a fantastic day out. The steam train ride is great, but the cruise makes it. The commentary is very good and funny. Would definitely recommend this trip if in the area.

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