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BABBACOMBE MODEL VILLAGE Step into a world of miniature marvels! Bring back those magical childhood memories as you explore a quaint and quirky representation of England through five decades at Babbacombe Model Village. Meander your way through four acres of beautiful miniature gardens and discover many fun characters and animated features - from trains to moving vehicles and even a fire-breathing dragon.
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Parks and Gardens

Although the English Riviera is rightly renowned for its fabulous coastline, it also has some beautiful and quite fascinating parks and gardens.
Museums and Galleries

Museum lovers are spoilt for choice when it comes to exploring the history, culture and heritage of the English Riviera.

Things to Do in Torquay

With its stunning seafront, stylish marina and beautiful beaches meandering the length of this beautiful South Devon town, Torquay is noted for its huge range of year-round activities. Part of the glorious UNESCO accredited English Riviera Global Geopark, it’s a perfect haven for families with tiny tots or teenagers, singles with a taste for adventure, couples looking for romance or experienced travellers looking for something new.

Torquay’s Torre Abbey Sands

Torquay is famous for its world-class sailing with national and international races regularly competing in the stunning horseshoe shaped bay. Yachts and super yachts nod gently on the marina. The coastline is simply idyllic to explore from beautiful Torre Abbey Sands. Ski West Watersports, located behind the Princess Theatre, offers waterskiing, wakeboarding, ringo rides, speedboat trips and hourly boat charter. Pedalo hire is also available from the beach.

Some of Devon’s Very Best Attractions

Torquay has some of Devon’s best year-round attractions including the spectacular underground caves at Kents Cavern, 800 year old Torre Abbey with its Agatha Christie-inspired Potent Plants Garden, Babbacombe Model Village, Bygones plus Open Top Sightseeing Buses and much more. Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust has a big programme of delightful events .

Boat and Ferry Trips

You can get afloat and enjoy the breath-taking waters of Tor Bay with regular passenger ferries to the harbourside towns of Paignton, Brixham and Dartmouth plus fishing and wildlife safari boat trips.

Sailing, Powerboating & Kayaking

The calm waters of Tor Bay are a wonderful place to learn to sail on dinghies, yachts and motorboats and there are a range of sea schools offering leisure sailing and RYA courses. The Disabled Sailing Association based in Torquay is a non-profit-making service run for the disabled by the disabled and gives you the chance to participate as fully as you are able in a seagoing sailing experience. Kayaking is also available locally.

Theatres and Shows

Torquay has a vibrant evening scene with a huge choice of glamorous shows, concerts, plays, musicals, ballets and comedies offering you top West End performances and the best of local am-dram. There are three theatres in Torquay including the Princess Theatre, which attracts the very best of the national touring shows plus The Little Theatre, homes of TOADS Theatre Company and historic Babbacombe Theatre with its wonderful musical variety shows and top visiting acts. In the summer months there’s a choice of open-air theatre performances at National Trust properties and at Cockington Country Park.

Agatha Christie

Agatha Christie was born in Torquay and there’s a famous International Agatha Christie Festival every year. You can also walk the Agatha Christie mile and discover some of the murder scenes described in her novels and see many of the places where the Queen of Crime visited as a local. You can also take the picturesque steam train to Kingswear and jump aboard a riverboat up the Dart to visit her magnificent riverside residence at Greenway (now National Trust).

Strolling & Walking

Enjoy long leisurely strolls along the historic pier and promenade and take in the relaxed atmosphere. Walkers will love Devon’s stunning South West Coast Path with its jaw dropping views. You can take the beautiful coastal footpath right around the bay to Paignton, Brixham and beyond; it’s renowned as one of Devon’s very finest waterside walks. The whole area is wonderfully dog friendly and your best friend will love it. Why not plan a fascinating walk along England’s Seafood Coast?

Shopping

There are some excellent shops and art galleries around Torquay’s attractive harbour area, plus the quintessentially Devon village of Cockington where you’ll find a vibrant, working craft centre set within the 18^th century manor house of Cockington Court with its beautiful country park and tea rooms.

History & Heritage

Torquay Museum has some really fascinating exhibits plus a permanent Agatha Christie Gallery. A must-visit is 800-year-old Torre Abbey on the seafront in Torquay with its galleries and gardens including a medieval children’s garden, tropical glasshouses and a full year-round events programme.

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English Riviera Wheel

Torquay

Soaring high over the beautiful harbor in the heart of the English Riviera at Torquay, the wheel is situated within the famous Pavilion Gardens, next to The Princess Theatre, enjoying amazing views of the town and harbour.
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Grand Leisure Suite

Torquay

Relax, unwind or keep fit at The Grand Hotel. Our Leisure Club has something to please everyone, including a heated indoor and outdoor pool, multi-gym, Spa with hot tub and sauna, and a Beauty therapy clinic where you can revive body, mind and…
Agatha Christie Mile

Torquay

Drift back into the style and opulence of the Jazz Age as you retrace the steps of the world’s best-selling author along Torquay’s seafront.
Access to Beaches on the English Riviera

Torquay

With 3.3million visitors every year, the English Riviera is South Devon’s beautiful bay and one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country. With over 20 spectacular beaches, clean and calm waters, many of them are easy to access
Buzz Bingo Torquay

Torquay

If you're looking for a great night's entertainment along with the possibility of some spectacular jackpot prizes, then you'll be glad to know that your local Buzz Bingo club is never too far away. Each Buzz Bingo club offers a warm and friendly…
Attraction Accessibility on the English Riviera

Torquay

Visiting attractions on the English Riviera is now easier than ever with so many focusing on making access a priority so that a day out on the English Riviera is a day out to be enjoyed by all.
Royal Terrace Gardens

Torquay

Landscaped gardens on the side of the cliff face on Torquay's seafront with stunning views out to sea. Newly restored in 2010, the highlight is a magnificent illuminated staircase that ascends the cliff.
Torquay's Dinosaur World

Torquay

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Torquay's Dinosaur World is an fun interactive indoor exhibition that brings dinosaurs and their worlds to life! There are a host of scaled and full size models set in realistic scenes accompanied by exciting information. There…

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Princess Pier Torquay

Torquay

The pier, built in 1890, is the perfect place to stop and gaze out to sea, or to enjoy watching the constant comings and goings in the adjacent marina.
WeSUP

Vaughan Road, Torquay

WeSUP is the fresh new harbourside coffee lounge & paddle board centre in Torquay marina. Inspired by our love of people, scandinavian design and active outdoor lifestyles, we’re the place to nourish relationships and charge your energy.
We offer a…
Artizan Gallery

Torquay

Artizan is an independent, fine art gallery situated on the English Riviera's stunning coastline dedicated to celebrating the work of South Devon artists and championing the contemporary artistic talent as well as the established cultural heritage…
Torquay Museum

Torquay

Travel back through 400 million years of time at Torquay Museum – a hands-on family-friendly visitor attraction, with lots to see and do for children and adults alike. An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.

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Torre Abbey

Torquay

An English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark Key Site.
Come and enjoy a visit exploring Torbay's most historic building, garden and impressive displays, world-class collections and exhibitions, complemented by modern amenities and special accessibility…

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Ashfield

Torquay

A Blue Plaque on Barton Road, Torquay, marks the spot of Ashfield, Agatha Christie's childhood home.
Global Geopark - Torquay

Torquay

In 2007 the English Riviera was designated a Global Geopark and is one of just 7 sites in the UK and Ireland to hold this special status.
The Real Crime Museum

TORQUAY

The Real Crime Museum is a fascinating attraction based on the harbour in Torquay. If you are interested in crime, you will love the exhibits they have on show. They include gangsters, bank robberies, forensics, police memorabilia, prison service…
Beacon Cove

Torquay

Beacon Cove is a perfect haven away from the main beach of Torquay, close to Haldon Pier.
There is a small promenade above a tiny shingle beach and its sheltered position makes it a warm sunny spot even out of season. At the turn of the century…
Watcombe Beach

Torquay

If you're looking for a pleasant, idyllic spot for somewhere to relax then Watcombe is the beach for you.
Harbour Amusements - Torquay

Torquay

Amusement arcade very close to the lovely setting of Torquay Harbour, Devon.
A welcoming, friendly amusement arcade in Torquay, Devon. Family fun and adult gaming area. Tickets and top prizes to be won.
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The Seafood Coast - 7 Day South West Coast Path Trail

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Things to Do in Torquay

Torquay’s Torre Abbey Sands

Some of Devon’s Very Best Attractions

Boat and Ferry Trips

Sailing, Powerboating & Kayaking

Theatres and Shows

Agatha Christie

Strolling & Walking

Shopping

History & Heritage

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