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Torquay, Devon

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Torquay is a large seaside resort town in south Devon, overlooking Tor Bay, in an area known as the English Riviera for its sandy beaches and mild climate. Much of the architecture is post-Regency, with the exception of Torre abbey, a 14th century ruin. Many of the houses of Torquay were built as 'villas' for naval officers and families, and these villas are one of the most notable aspects of Torquay today. A few miles away is the showcave of Kent's Cavern, the scene of some of the earliest inhabitation in Britain. Torquay Museum tells the story of the area
Torquay, Devon, England

About Torquay
Attraction Type: Town
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OS SX 9261 6376
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Nearest Attractions Kirkham House - 3 miles (Historic Property) Compton Castle - 3.7 miles (Historic House) Berry Pomeroy Castle - 5.3 miles (Castle) Dartmouth Castle - 6.2 miles (Castle) Greenway - 6.3 miles (Historic House) Bradley Manor - 6.5 miles (Historic House) Totnes Castle - 8 miles (Castle) Coleton Fishacre House and Garden - 8.1 miles (Historic House)

Nearest Towns and Villages Paignton - 3.1 miles away Brixham - 5.1 miles away Newton Abbot - 6.1 miles away Stoke Gabriel - 6.3 miles away Berry Pomeroy - 6.3 miles away Ashsprington - 8 miles away Totnes - 8.1 miles away Dartmouth - 8.3 miles away

Nearest Accommodation to Torquay

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Guys Cliffe Holiday Apartment 1 - 2.6 miles from Torquay Paignton, Devon Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £185

Guys Cliffe Holiday Apartment 4 - 2.6 miles from Torquay Paignton, Devon Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £185

Guys Cliffe Holiday Apartment 3 - 2.6 miles from Torquay Paignton, Devon Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £220

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Nearest Hotels

Clifton Grove Hotel - 0 miles from Torquay Torbay, Devon Stay from: £21.00

The Somerville Hotel - 0.1 miles from Torquay Torquay, Devon Stay from: £49.00

Bishops Court Resort The Garden House hotel - 0.2 miles from Torquay Torquay, Devon Stay from: £30.00

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

Rutland Lodge - 0.2 miles from Torquay Torquay, Devon From: £125.00

The Shirley - 0.2 miles from Torquay Torquay, Devon From: £31.00

Cary Court - 0.2 miles from Torquay Torquay, Devon From: £70.00

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Torquay
Tourist Information Centre
Vaughan Parade
Torquay
Devon
England
TQ2 5JG
Tel: 01803 211 211
Email: torquay.tic@torbay.gov.uk
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