Emily Hadley Art Interiors & Lifestyle

Emily Hadley's place in Paignton is part gallery, part lifestyle shop - the sort of spot you stumble into expecting one thing and leave with a head full of ideas. The work on display leans toward contemporary art and interior design pieces, with everything arranged in a way that makes you think about how things look in a room, not just on a wall.

It's genuinely worth an hour if you're into design or art with a practical bent. The owner has clear taste, and the curation feels personal rather than stock-standard gallery fare. Solo visitors and couples get more out of it than families with small children - there's not much here to occupy restless kids, though anyone interested in how spaces work will find it engaging.

Paignton itself is the obvious base, but if you're staying at one of the nearby glamping options - Brownscombe Luxury Glamping or The Smithy Luxury Glamping Pods are both top-rated - this makes for a decent rainy-day activity. It's close enough that you won't waste petrol getting there. Parkdean Resorts Torquay Holiday Park is also within easy reach if you're plotting a wider Torbay stay.

Cost and opening hours aren't widely advertised online, so ring ahead or pop in when you're in the area. Don't expect a huge visitor draw - it's more of a proper local business than a tourist attraction - but that's partly what makes it worth finding.