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TORQUAY
In the bay of dreams

Bringing you the places, events and things to do, that locals love!
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WATER SPORTS ARE ALL THE RAGE

Check out where the locals go to paddleboard, kayak, sail and ski
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WHERE LOCALS GO TO
ENJOY THEMSELVES

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START PLANNING A TRIP TO  TORQUAY

Torquay's Heritage

Torquay has undergone significant transformations throughout its history, from a small fishing village to a thriving tourist destination with connections to significant historical events. It started some 450,000 years ago with early humans, of which artefacts were found in Kents Cavern. The eleventh-century records from the Domesday Book show no actual occupation, though it is known that Roman soldiers made visits, and there was a small Saxon settlement called 'Torre'.However, in 1196 Torre Abbey was founded here; the rest is history and much of it! 

A Few Facts

Torquay

It's not uncommon for people to say, "I've been to Torquay, or Paignton or Brixham as a child, or to visit friends or pre-wedding. But there are so many facts most people don't know, such as: The oldest UK human remains found in Kent's Cavern. That Faulty Towers was based on the Gleneagles Hotel (RIP).  Agatha Christie was born here, and two billion book sales later, one of the most famous authors ever! The area is a geopark with an incredible geological history, as witnessed by its cliffs and contours. There are also two other Torquays, Australia & Canada!

Locals love Torquay & Torbay

Ask why the M5 gets jammed in the summer and on bank holidays, heading south. Yes, some head to Cornwall, which is another hour away and nowhere near as lovely as Devon (I'm biased here). We have it all because of the sea, and 80% of people want to live next to water. We have countryside with Dartmoor on our doorstep. We have plenty of bars, restaurants and things to do (it is a tourist destination). It's warmer in winter, and the calm and quiet time, which we all need occasionally, allows time to walk the beaches, breathe the fresh air and wait for next season.

Too much accommodation choice? Take our advice, we live here!

Great accommodation. easy to book

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Lincombe Hall Hotel
Close to town. Excellent

Hampton by Hilton Torquay

Hampton by Hilton
Very central

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The Cary Arms
A stunning location

Marina Cottage Torquay

Marina Apt
Great views

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