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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.- Experience Agatha Christie’s English Riviera and stay in one of the properties that she frequented and inspired her to write her novels.
- Experience Agatha Christie’s English Riviera and use our guide to discover the attractions, activities and events that have an authentic Agatha Christie connection.
- Experience Agatha Christie’s Devon and use our guide to discover the places that have an authentic Agatha Christie connection.
- Agatha Christie described her beloved holiday home Greenway as “the loveliest place in the world”.
- Torquay is the birthplace of the famous crime writer and novelist Dame Agatha Christie.
- 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.
- 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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- 11 Apr 2026to12 Apr 2026
Address
Torquay Museum, 529 Babbacombe Road, and other venues, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HGPrice
Price £150.00 Per Ticketand other venues, Torquay
Dates
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- 11 Apr 2026to12 Apr 2026
After the sell-out success of the inaugural Spring Gathering in April 2025, we are delighted to be able to invite you to our Spring Gathering for 2026. We are looking forward to sharing a day of murder, mystery, fun and intrigue with you all. So do…Type
Type:
Arts and Culture
Price
Price £150.00 Per Ticket
Dates
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- 12 Sept 2026to20 Sept 2026
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- 11 Sept 2027to19 Sept 2027
Address
Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JETelephone
01803 293593Torquay
Dates
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- 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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Type:
Festival
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- 23 May 2026
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- 25 July 2026
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- 12 Sept 2026
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- 19 Sept 2026
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- 7 Nov 2026
Address
Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3HFTelephone
01803 665800Paignton
Dates
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- 23 May 2026
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- 25 July 2026
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- 12 Sept 2026
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- 19 Sept 2026
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- 7 Nov 2026
Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - An afternoon of treats and intrigue!
Join Moonstone Theatre Company to help them solve a mystery, whilst enjoying a fabulous afternoon tea experience, held in Stage Left.
Tickets include a delicious afternoon tea…Type
Type:
Participatory Event
Dates
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- 1 May 2026to31 Dec 2026
Address
English Riviera Visitor Information Centre, Vaughan Parade, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JGTelephone
07414 777606Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 1 May 2026to31 Dec 2026
Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn't matter!
This fascinating walking tour tells the story of her extraordinary life, which is as interesting as any of her novels. Whilst following the stunning…
Type
Type:
Walking
Dates
- From:
- 16 Sept 2026
Address
Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JETorquay
Dates
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- 16 Sept 2026
The always-popular Dr Mark Aldridge returns to the Festival this year with another fascinating talk for us. This time he is focusing on Agatha Christie on Screen, so be prepared for some exciting and very special insights!
Trace the story of Agatha…
Type
Type:
Talk or Lecture
Dates
- From:
- 19 Sept 2026
Address
The Spanish Barn, Tore Abbey, The King's Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JEThe King's Drive , Torquay
Dates
- From:
- 19 Sept 2026
Opening the final day of our Literary Festival we are thrilled to welcome speakers Sally and Tony Hope, who are authors of the fascinating book Agatha Christie: Plots, Clues and Misdirections.These two doctors will examine the exquisite structure…
Type
Type:
Talk or Lecture
Dates
- From:
- 18 Sept 2026
Address
Palace Theatre, Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, TQ3 3HFTelephone
01803 665800Paignton
Dates
- From:
- 18 Sept 2026
As part of this year's Agatha Christie Festival, audiences are invited to experience a rare performance of Agatha Christie's Verdict (1958) - an extraordinary original stage drama that has never been adapted for film, television, or radio…
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Type:
Murder Mystery
Dates
- From:
- 12 Sept 2026
Address
Torquay Museum, Babbacombe Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1HGTorquay
Dates
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- 12 Sept 2026
“I suppose you’re wondering why I’ve gathered you all here this evening.”
Tim Benzie, award-winning playwright and the acclaimed creator and host of Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote presents his new one-man show, a funny and engrossing deep dive into…
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Type:
Festival
Dates
- From:
- 18 Sept 2026
Address
Torre Abbey, The Kings Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JETorquay
Dates
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- 18 Sept 2026
To open the Friday of our Literary Festival, the Agatha Christie Festival is delighted to welcome renowned historian Dr Angela Buckley.
In the early decades of the twentieth century, groundbreaking advances in forensic science led to some of the…
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Talk or Lecture
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