The Pad at Paignton offers a wide range of education and training for the local community. Young Learners can take advantage of our fully-equipped training kitchen which offers the ideal venue for learning the skills required for the hospitality industry in small, friendly and supportive groups. There are a range of adult opportunities including: Health and Wellbeing, Construction and community activities. Paignton also hosts our community fridge and work club.

Merton Community Fridge
The rise in unemployment and personal issues resulting from the pandemic has massively increased the number of residents unable to secure an adequate and nutritious