About Paignton Pier
Step back in time at this classic seaside pier featuring beloved fairground attractions like dodgems and a thrilling mega slide. Perfect for families seeking nostalgic coastal entertainment with onsite dining options.
What's nearby
- Paignton Green next door
- Paignton Sands next door
- Geoplay Park 200m away
- Vue Cinema Torbay 300m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Fantastic pier with a huge variety of arcades and food vendors. Lots to do and they had a change machine if you have forgotten your debit card. There is also a chance to win tickets on the machines to trade in for prizes although the system was very tight compared to others
· via Google
Retro Pier Vibes : This was our second family visit to the arcade during the Easter term break. It's a well‑maintained and enjoyable spot. Although on our first visit, three out of four ticket counting machines were out of order, which made the queues & waiting time quite long, but the staff were friendly and helpful. All grabber machines can be a bit challenging; even after several tries they don’t seem to grip, so it would be great to see them made a little more rewarding and fun for younger visitors. Despite that, we still found ourselves coming back for more. There’s plenty to do for all ages: classic amusement arcade games, fun rides, mini golf, restaurants and full of traditional seaside charm. We also enjoyed the must‑have Fish & Chips by the sea . Parking is available nearby (see photo).
· via Google
A classic beachfront pier. Lots of slots and child friendly penny shoves, and plenty of grab machines to try and win a momento from. Nothing bad to say about the pier, but no toilets were avaliable. Nearest toilet is right outside at 30p to use. Not great.
· via Google
Brilliant example of a British seaside pier, free to enter, typical arcade offering and dinosaur mini golf (reasonably priced) at the far end.
· via Google
Visitors say this pier offers a wide variety of arcade games, including 2p machines and ticket-winning games, along with crazy golf and food vendors. They also highlight the clean and tidy environment, friendly staff, and beautiful views.
Some reviews mention the arcade games can be rigged.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- South Sands, Paignton, TQ4 6BW Get directions
- Category
- Theme Parks & Funfairs
- Guest rating
- 4.1 / 5 (8,709 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- No
- Destination
- Paignton