There is over 100 things to do and see in and around Paignton not including gardens, walks and parks.
Paignton is a great place from which to explore as it has excellent travel links.
Mainline Trains from:-

Paignton to London - 4 hrs
Paignton to Penzance - 3 hrs
Paignton to Truro - 2 hrs 30 mins
Paignton to Bristol - 2 hrs
Paignton to Plymouth - 1 hr 30 mins
Paignton to Exeter - 50 mins
Paignton to Teignmouth - 30 mins
Paignton to Dawlish - 35 mins
Paignton to Exmouth - 2 hrs (Excellent for bird watchers up and down the river Teign and Exe Estuaries.)