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Paignton Collection

Discover the charm of Paignton, a hidden gem in Devon, England

Background imagePaignton Collection: Paignton, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Paignton, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePaignton Collection: The pier, Paignton, England

The pier, Paignton, England. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Background imagePaignton Collection: Bowling green at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon

Bowling green at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon
People relaxing on a bowling green at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon, with chalets in the background. Date: 1950s

Background imagePaignton Collection: Beach huts and promenade shelter, Paignton, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Beach huts and promenade shelter, Paignton, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imagePaignton Collection: Bluebells

Bluebells

Background imagePaignton Collection: Bandstand and Pier, Paignton, Devon

Bandstand and Pier, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Oldway Mansion, Paignton, Devon

Oldway Mansion, Paignton, Devon, in the style of the Palace of Versailles. Showing part of the formal gardens. Date: circa 1950s

Background imagePaignton Collection: Mingus Gregory

Mingus Gregory
Dahlia Mingus Gregory

Background imagePaignton Collection: Paignton Promenade, Devon, Summer 1950

Paignton Promenade, Devon, Summer 1950
A view looking south along the promenade at Paignton. It is adorned with flags of the World, perhaps celebrating the football World Cup taking place in Brazil during June and July of 1950

Background imagePaignton Collection: The Promenade, Torquay, Devon

The Promenade, Torquay, Devon
The Promenade, Torquay, Torbay, near Paignton, Devon, England. Showing the Sunken Gardens Date: 1920s

Background imagePaignton Collection: Paignton Harbour, c. 1960s

Paignton Harbour, c. 1960s
A rather glamorous woman and a fisherman sit amongst lobster baskets and boats in this staged shot from the 1960s. The light coloured building in the background is the Harbour Light Cafe

Background imagePaignton Collection: Goodrington Sands, Devon, 1933

Goodrington Sands, Devon, 1933
This view of Goodrington Sands, Paignton, shows hoards of families enjoying the beach. A slide can be seen in the sea providing entertainment for everyone!

Background imagePaignton Collection: Preston Sands, Paignton, August 1950

Preston Sands, Paignton, August 1950
A busy view of Preston Sands, Paignton, during the summer of 1950. Hundreds of families are enjoying the beach and activities it has to offer

Background imagePaignton Collection: UK, England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier at sunrise

UK, England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier at sunrise

Background imagePaignton Collection: UK, England, Devon, Paignton

UK, England, Devon, Paignton

Background imagePaignton Collection: England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier Sign

England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier Sign

Background imagePaignton Collection: England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Beach Huts

England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Beach Huts

Background imagePaignton Collection: England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier

England, Devon, Paignton, Paignton Pier

Background imagePaignton Collection: England, Devon, Paignton, Beach Hut Door depicting Union Jack

England, Devon, Paignton, Beach Hut Door depicting Union Jack

Background imagePaignton Collection: Cliff Walk, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon

Cliff Walk, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon - postcard by Wholesale Stationers, Torquay c. 1950

Background imagePaignton Collection: Paignton Harbour, Devon

Paignton Harbour, Devon - Painted by artist Frank E Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon

Background imagePaignton Collection: Goodrington Sands, South Paignton, Devon

Goodrington Sands, South Paignton, Devon - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imagePaignton Collection: Torbay from the Gardens, Paignton, Devon

Torbay from the Gardens, Paignton, Devon - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imagePaignton Collection: Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton, Devon

Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imagePaignton Collection: Broadsands Beach, near Paignton, Devon

Broadsands Beach, near Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Cliff Garden, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon

Cliff Garden, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon
Cliff Garden, Goodrington, Promenade and Walks, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imagePaignton Collection: Beach at Paignton, Devon

Beach at Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Victoria Gardens, Paignton, Devon

Victoria Gardens, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Goodrington Cliffs and Sands, Paignton, Devon

Goodrington Cliffs and Sands, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Background imagePaignton Collection: Harbour at Paignton, Devon

Harbour at Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Preston Sands, Paignton, Devon

Preston Sands, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon

Goodrington Sands, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Esplanade, Paignton, Devon

Esplanade, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: Bathing Beach, Paignton, Devon

Bathing Beach, Paignton, Devon - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Background imagePaignton Collection: County Map of Devon, c. 1777

County Map of Devon, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

Background imagePaignton Collection: DDE-90182199

DDE-90182199
Colorful bath houses in Paignton in England Devon called the English Rivera Date: 31-07-2020

Background imagePaignton Collection: The Church and Remains of the Episcopal Palace, Paignton, Devon (engraving)

The Church and Remains of the Episcopal Palace, Paignton, Devon (engraving)
5220598 The Church and Remains of the Episcopal Palace, Paignton, Devon (engraving) by Brandard, Robert (1805-62); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Church and Remains of the Episcopal Palace)

Background imagePaignton Collection: Beach party in front of beach huts, Paignton, Devon

Beach party in front of beach huts, Paignton, Devon. circa 1930s

Background imagePaignton Collection: Cliff Garden, Promenade and Walks, Goodrington, Paignton (colour litho)

Cliff Garden, Promenade and Walks, Goodrington, Paignton (colour litho)
727933 Cliff Garden, Promenade and Walks, Goodrington, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cliff Garden, Promenade and Walks, Goodrington)

Background imagePaignton Collection: Effects of the Late Storm in Torbay, Destruction of a Portion of the Seawall from Paignton to

Effects of the Late Storm in Torbay, Destruction of a Portion of the Seawall from Paignton to Torquay (engraving)
1098349 Effects of the Late Storm in Torbay, Destruction of a Portion of the Seawall from Paignton to Torquay (engraving) by English School

Background imagePaignton Collection: Preston Cliffs, Paignton (colour litho)

Preston Cliffs, Paignton (colour litho)
667926 Preston Cliffs, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preston Cliffs, Paignton.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePaignton Collection: The Esplanade, Paignton (colour litho)

The Esplanade, Paignton (colour litho)
667927 The Esplanade, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Esplanade, Paignton.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePaignton Collection: The Harbour, Paignton (colour litho)

The Harbour, Paignton (colour litho)
726168 The Harbour, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harbour, Paignton.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePaignton Collection: Goodrington Sands, Paignton (colour litho)

Goodrington Sands, Paignton (colour litho)
726165 Goodrington Sands, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goodrington Sands, Paignton.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePaignton Collection: Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton (colour litho)

Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton (colour litho)
728109 Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton (colour litho) by Quinton, Alfred Robert (1853-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preston Sands and Promenade, Paignton.); © Look and Learn

Background imagePaignton Collection: The sunbathing couple of youngsters are Mike Gardner, 19, a motor mechanic

The sunbathing couple of youngsters are Mike Gardner, 19, a motor mechanic, being used as a footrest by Valerie Vassallo, 17, typist both of Plymouth. They are dozing in the sun on Paignton, Devon

Background imagePaignton Collection: Inner Harbour, Brixham, Paignton, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1950s

Inner Harbour, Brixham, Paignton, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1950s

Background imagePaignton Collection: Family relaxing in deckchairs on the beach at Paignton

Family relaxing in deckchairs on the beach at Paignton
Candid seaside photograph of a family of four relaxing in deckchairs on the beach at Paignton. Note the on-trend permanent wave hairstyle of the Mother and daughter circa 1930s



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Discover the charm of Paignton, a hidden gem in Devon, England. Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of a bygone era as you stroll along the Bowling Green at a holiday camp, reminiscing about carefree summer days. With its picturesque location on the coast of Torbay, it offers breathtaking views that stretch across Europe. Indulge in seaside delights at The Pier, where fun and excitement await. Take a leisurely walk along the promenade and admire the vibrant beach huts and charming promenade shelter that add character to this coastal town. In springtime, be enchanted by nature's beauty as bluebells bloom throughout Paignton. Transport yourself back to Summer 1950 as you explore Paignton Promenade - feel the warmth of sun-kissed skin and hear laughter echoing from happy families enjoying their holidays. Marvel at Oldway Mansion's grandeur and step into history with its captivating architecture. Venture beyond Paignton to discover more wonders nearby - visit The Promenade in neighboring Torquay for another dose of stunning coastal scenery. Embark on an invigorating Cliff Walk through Goodrington, taking in panoramic views of cliffs meeting sea. Paignton Harbour beckons with its tranquil waters and bustling atmosphere - watch fishing boats come alive with activity or simply relax by the water's edge. For those seeking sandy shores, Goodrington Sands is your paradise – soak up sunshine while building sandcastles or take a refreshing dip in crystal-clear waters. Unwind amidst nature's splendor at Torbay Gardens overlooking Paignton – let serenity wash over you as you gaze upon this idyllic landscape. Whether it’s exploring historical landmarks or basking under sunny skies on golden beaches, Paignton promises an unforgettable experience for all who venture here.