About Brixham in Devon

Brixham is a town in Devon, England. It is situated on the south coast of Devon, about 9 miles from the city of Plymouth. The town has a population of about 18,000 people.

The town's name derives from the Old English for 'stony farm'. Brixham was first settled in the Bronze Age and was an important trading port in the medieval period. The town was raided by the French in 1340 and was captured by them in 1404. It was retaken by the English in 1406.

Brixham is a fishing port and has a long history of fishing and shipbuilding. The town's main industry is now tourism, with many visitors coming to enjoy the town's beaches and coastal scenery. Brixham also has a number of historic buildings, including a 12th-century Norman castle, and is home to the Brixham Heritage Museum.