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Torquay - Seaside Guide
Torquay is part of Torbay known as the English Riviera and is built on several hills which lead majestically down to the coast. It is this beautiful aspect to the sea that keeps thousands of visitors coming back to Torquay year after year. As with the rest of the stunning county of Devon it is the beautiful, unspoiled rugged coastline and countryside – allowing travelers to unwind at a pace of life that everybody would like to become accustomed to - that is the greatest attraction for the majority of tourists, but Torquay offers so much more than this. The large modern marina now adds to the towns attractiveness, can you image a more picturesque location to unwind outside a bar of café with a long drink and just watch the world go by? You are also able to book your sea cruises at the harbourside – an opportunity to be taken out among the waves. Whilst the town centre attracts most people, excellent beaches can be found at Babbacombe, with a cliff railway to take you down to the coast. Water sports available on the main beach, so if you fancy turning your hand to something a little more energetic than topping up your tan, here’s you chance – windsurfing perhaps?
Torquay also has a major shopping area, theatre, cinema, restaurants, pubs, bars and clubs which offers plenty of entertainment for the evenings.
Rooms To Book offers a wealth of Torquay accommodation right in the heart of it all. So whether you plumb for the plush surroundings of a Torquay hotel or the welcoming atmosphere of a local Torquay B&B, we have plenty on offer for you.
Torquay Accommodation:
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Torquay Attractions:
We have selected some choice Torquay attractions that will offer everybody something enjoyable to do:
Kents Cavern:
Site of the earliest evidence of humans in Britain. Includes guided tours and sound and light show. Tel: 01803 215136
Babbacombe Model Village:
Working model village over 40 years old. Tel: 01803 315315 Website: www.babbacombemodelvillage.co.uk
Torre Abbey Historic House and Gallery:
Lots to see and do with over 800 years of history. Tel: 01803 293593 Website: www.torre-abbey.org.uk
Torquay Museum:
Exhibits include the town’s past, local wildlife and Agatha Christie. Tel: 01626 777041
Quaywest:
Located in nearby Paignton, this Water Park gives you every opportunity to get wet with 8 different flumes and much more. Tel: 01803 555550 Website: www.quaywest.co.uk
Woodlands Leisure Park:
Located at Totnes, this park offer 60 acres of fun, from wild water rides to a Falconry Centre. Tel: 01803 712598 Website: www. woodlandspark.com
Shaldon Wildlife Trust:
“Best Little Zoo in the West” with many endandgered species. Located at Shaldon. Tel: 01626 872234 Website: www.shaldonwildlifetrust.co.uk
Buckfast Butterfly Farm & Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary:
Offering a great, enjoyable educational day out, at Buckfastleigh. Tel: 01364 642916 Website: www.ottersandbutterflies.co.uk
Stover Country Park:
Contains over 114 acres of woodland and wildlife, at Stover, Newton Abbot. Tel: 01626 835236 Website: www.devon.gov.uk/dcs/stover/
Paignton Zoological & Botanical Gardens:
Located at Paignton this environmental park showcases animals in their own habitats. Tel: 01803 697500 Website: www.paigntonzoo.org.uk
Miniature Pony and Animal Farm:
Located at North Bovey, Newton Abbot, this farm has over 150 animals. Tel: 01647 432400
Pennywell Devon's Farm & Wildlife Centre:
This centre at North Dean, Buckfastleigh gives an interactive experience with animals. Tel: 01364 642023 Website: www.pennywellfarmcentre.co.uk
Torquay Travel:
By Car:
From the Midlands and the North: On the M4 traveling west change at junction 20 for the M5 south. Continue south on the M5 until junction 31 where the M5 turns into the A380 which you then follow until you pick up signs for Torquay.
From London and the South East: On the M25 take junction 12 south towards Southampton, at junction 8 take the A303 west. The A303 becomes the A30 follow this until the M5. Continue south on the M5 until junction 31 where the M5 turns into the A380 which you then follow until you pick up signs for Torquay.
By Train:
Contact British Railways General Enquiries for more information.
British Rail General Enquiries (24 hours): Tel: 08457 484950
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