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  1. Agatha Christie
    Dame Agatha Christie, known throughout the world as the ‘Queen of Crime’, is a literary genius, was born in Torquay and remained on the English Riviera for much of her life.
  2. Agatha Christie Breaks
    Experience Agatha Christie’s English Riviera and stay in one of the properties that she frequented and inspired her to write her novels.
  3. Agatha Christie Things To Do
    Experience Agatha Christie’s English Riviera and use our guide to discover the attractions, activities and events that have an authentic Agatha Christie connection.
  4. Agatha Christie Places To See
    Experience Agatha Christie’s Devon and use our guide to discover the places that have an authentic Agatha Christie connection.
  5. Greenway House
    Agatha Christie described her beloved holiday home Greenway as “the loveliest place in the world”.
  6. Agatha Christie Literary Trail
    Torquay is the birthplace of the famous crime writer and novelist Dame Agatha Christie.
  7. Agatha Christie Mile
    The best way for amateur sleuths to unravel the mystery of Agatha Christie’s life in Torquay, is to follow what is known as the ‘Agatha Christie Mile.’ You can pick up a printed leaflet from the Visitor Information Centre.
  8. Explore The English Riviera
    The English Riviera is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful coast and countryside of South Devon including Torbay, Torquay, Paignton and Brixham.

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  1. The Agatha Christie Festival
    Inside The Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival, Torquay, Devon
    The Agatha Christie Festival
    Inside The Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival, Torquay, Devon

    Address

    Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Telephone

    01803 293593

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    13 Sept 2025to21 Sept 2025
    From:
    12 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026
    From:
    11 Sept 2027to19 Sept 2027

    The programme can be viewed by carrying out a diary search via www.englishriviera.co.uk/whats-on and on The Agatha Christie Festival website www.iacf-uk.org

    Agatha Christie is Torquay's most well-known resident and the best selling author of all…

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  2. Agatha Christie Sea Swim, part of the Agatha Christie Fringe Festival
    International Agatha Christie Festival, Sea Swim, Beacon Quay, Torquay, Devon
    Agatha Christie Sea Swim, part of the Agatha Christie Fringe Festival
    International Agatha Christie Festival, Sea Swim, Beacon Quay, Torquay, Devon

    Address

    Park Hill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2EP

    Type

    Type:

    Swimming

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025

    This unique event celebrates Agatha Christie’s love of sea swimming, by taking participants on a one mile ‘sightseeing swim’ between two of her favourite beaches. Participants are encouraged not to race, but to enjoy the scenery, whilst raising…

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  3. Tom Adams and Agatha Christie: Partners in Crime, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival
    Tom Adams and Agatha Christie: Partners in Crime, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival
    Tom Adams and Agatha Christie: Partners in Crime, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival
    Tom Adams and Agatha Christie: Partners in Crime, Torre Abbey, Agatha Christie Festival

    Address

    The Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey, Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Type

    Type:

    Talk or Lecture

    Kings Drive, Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    18 Sept 2025

    The Agatha Christie Festival are delighted to bring you this wonderful evening celebrating the artwork of Tom Adams, creator of numerous iconic Agatha Christie book covers. The event begins with a talk by David Morris, author of CollectingChristie…

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  4. two cocktails, A Mysterious Affair at Mercure, part of the agatha christie festival

    Address

    Mercure Paignton, 22-25 Esplanade Road, PAIGNTON, Devon, TQ4 6BQ

    Telephone

    +441803 229444

    Type

    Type:

    Murder Mystery

    PAIGNTON

    Dates

    From:
    13 Sept 2025

    Step into the glamorous world of Agatha Christie for an evening of mystery, elegance, and intrigue at Mercure Paignton. As part of Agatha Christie Festival Week, this immersive themed dining experience will transport you back to the era of Poirot…

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  5. Victory ball Agatha Christie Festival

    Address

    The Grand Hotel, Torbay Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NT

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Food and Drink

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    20 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00

    ‘What a wonderful evening it was!’
    ~ Agatha Christie on Max’s return from the war

    Join us for an evening of celebration at the Grand Hotel! As part of our commemoration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day you are invited to enjoy a complimentary…

    Price

    Price £65.00 Per Ticket

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  6. The Mysterious Mix & Mingle, part of the Agatha Christie Fringe Festival

    Address

    Venue TBC, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE

    Type

    Type:

    Participatory Event

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    17 Sept 2025

    Ahead of the start of the Literary Festival, we are hosting an informal mix and mingle event to allow guests to meet each other over a drink or two. We will be providing details of the (rather nice) location a bit closer to the event.

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  7. Christie for Kids, Libraries Unlimited, Agatha Christie Festival

    Address

    Paignton Library and Information Centre, Great Western Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5AG

    Telephone

    01803 714460

    Price

    Price £4.00 to £5.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Children's

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    13 Sept 2025

    We are working with Libraries Unlimited to present our first ever mystery writer day for children and young people. More details coming soon.

    Price

    Price £4.00 to £5.00 Per Ticket

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  8. Murder, She Didn't Write, part of the International Agatha Christie Festival, Palace Theatre, Paignton, Devon

    Address

    Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3HF

    Telephone

    01803 665800

    Type

    Type:

    Murder Mystery

    Paignton

    Dates

    From:
    16 Sept 2025

    The Improvised Murder Mystery – a classic murder mystery created on the spot in this ingenious and hilarious show by Degrees Of Error.

    We are delighted to welcome back this hysterical improvised murder mystery show to the Agatha Christie Festival,…

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  9. The Swinging Christies, Royal Torbay Yacht Club, Torquay, Devon, fringe event, Agatha Christie Festival

    Address

    Livermead House Hotel, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6RQ

    Type

    Type:

    Talk or Lecture

    Torquay

    Dates

    From:
    19 Sept 2025

    Join Dr Mark Aldridge (Agatha Christie's Marple: Expert on Wickedness) and Gray Robert Brown for their first ever LIVE recording of hit podcast The Swinging Christies, exploring how 1960s aesthetics made their way into the realm of Agatha Christie…

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