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On May 14, the ERBID held its annual industry update, bringing together tourism partners to share insights and outline strategic plans. “Visitor growth is starting to show through again. Confidence leads to recommendations, and that’s critical. We also need to continue extending the season. February used to be very quiet but is now so much busier. You can see the extension happening in October, November, and December too.”

Well done to everyone who applied for the Torbay Business Awards. TBF is proud to sponsor the Small Business of the Year category and TBF Exec Member, Alison Benney,  had the unenviable decision in choosing the winner from an impressive line-up. Organised by...

Do you work in the tourism sector within the South Devon area? The English Riviera Days Out group would like to invite you to their second annual showcase on 8th May at Occombe Farm where you can learn more about their unique experiences and how your guests can create...

Thank you to everyone who came to our April event.  Over 80 came to hear from Jon-Paul Hedge, who gave us a fascinating insight into The Torbay Story and the work happening to bring a co-ordinated approach to Torbay’s future. He was joined by Jim Parker from Torbay...

Another successful Torbay Business Forum event with 100 people hearing all about the Tourism market from Carolyn Custerson, CEO English Riviera BID Co. Great campaigns for The English Riviera including the new TV adverts - which will be screened in the Midlands and on...

Interest in the Torbay Weekly Naturally Inspiring Business Awards 2025 is already gaining momentum and entries are now open for this year’s awards with the glittering finals night on Weds 11th June at the Riviera International Centre in Torquay. TBF is proud to be...

Paddle UK has been awarded a Stand Up Paddling World Cup event following an announcement made by the International Canoe Federation (ICF) in Hangzhou, China. This is the first time that an ICF Stand Up Paddling (SUP) event of this scale has been held in the UK and the...

Monday 17th February saw the launch of a major new destination marketing campaign aimed at attracting families to holiday in the English Riviera. Following the appointment of Exeter-based marketing agency, Chalk & Ward, The ERBID Company has developed a...

A highly anticipated new event venue in central Torquay has announced its first acts. Hothouse Flowers - 14th June Green Haze- 15th Aug Wrong Jovi -22nd Aug Fun Lovin' Criminals - 18th Sept Arena Torquay will be a state-of-the-art space for music, theatre, comedy, and...