Cockington Visitor Centre & Ice Creams

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The Linhay, Cockington Lane, Cockington, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6XA
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Opening Dates and Times

2026 Opening (9 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

* Open 09:30am to 4:30pm

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Cockington Visitor Centre was opened in 2016 celebrating the history of the wonderful village of Cockington, much of which remains today. It was built in the refurbished Linhay in the ancient farmyard surrounded by other farm buildings; a mill, granary and farmhouse. This venture was funded by a contribution from the National Lottery and the local Green Heart Appeal. The charity that owned it, Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust, went into administration in October 2025. The owners of Weavers Cottage Tea Garden, Lindsey & Gordon England puchased the building and will be reopening it as a Visitor Centre and Ice Cream Parlour.

Once the purchase is completed (due 8 April 2026) the Visitor Centre will re-open 7 days a week and run by a wonderful group of volunteers.

Opening times will be 9:30am to 4:30pm

 

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Assistance Dogs
  • Easy access from main roads/good public transport links
  • Facilities for Disabled Visitors
  • Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Ramp to main entrance
  • Ramp/Level Access
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Establishment Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Open All Year

Key Features

  • Accessible

Parking & Transport

  • Frequent Bus Services
  • Parking Off Site
  • Within 1 Mile of a Train Station

Payment Methods

  • All major credit cards accepted
  • Android pay accepted
  • Apple pay accepted
  • Cash accepted
  • Contactless payment accepted
  • Delta accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Switch accepted
  • Visa accepted

Sustainability

  • Energy - Sustainable building features
  • Products & Suppliers - Locally Sourced Produce
  • Products & Suppliers - Plant-Based Options or Menu
  • Sustainable Building/Venue Features
  • Travel & Transport - Bike Friendly
  • Travel & Transport - Cycle Parking

Travel & Trade

  • Wi-fi available

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