The park serves as a primary venue for the annual Torbay Carnival and various seasonal circuses or travelling fairs.
The area is built on low-lying land reclaimed to facilitate the expansion of the Paignton seafront promenade.
Its orientation provides a direct sightline across Tor Bay toward the headland of Hope's Nose.
The park is physically linked to a contiguous stretch of coastal pathways that lead southward directly into central Paignton.
Preston Green is a large, flat recreational park located directly adjacent to the northern end of Paignton Beach. The site consists of a sprawling lawn area utilized for community events, local festivals, and informal sports. It is separated from the beach by Marine Drive, offering direct sea views and access to the coastal promenade. The park features manicured flower beds, mature trees, and designated seating areas overlooking the English Riviera coastline. It serves as a central hub connecting the residential areas of Preston to the main seafront tourist infrastructure. The green is publicly accessible year-round and maintains open sightlines to Torquay across the bay.
The raised northern edge of the green looking south across the grass toward the red sandstone cliffs of Paignton.
Walk the perimeter promenade to capture views of both the park and the beach simultaneously.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid the high density of fairground equipment that occupies the central grass area during mid-summer.
Bring a windbreaker even on sunny days, as the open layout makes the site prone to brisk coastal breezes.
Attempting to park directly on Marine Drive during high-traffic bank holidays, as space is severely limited.
Open year-round; the central grass area is occasionally restricted or partially closed during summer months for travelling funfairs and festivals.
No specific dress code, though standard beach-town casual attire is common; respect shared space during event days.
