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Main Listing Pages Oddicombe Beach Website Previous Next This is a great beach for all ages! Paddling for the young and a variety of watersports for the older and braver! Accessible via a steep road, or for the not so energetic, take the amazing Babbacombe Cliff Railway. The large beach is mainly sand, with plenty of room for sun bathing! There is a well stocked beach shop and a very popular café. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Babbacombe Cliff Railway Website Previous Next Planned since 1890 and finally built in 1926, the Babbacombe Cliff Railway took 2 years to construct and was the brainchild of two prominent Victorians and involved some of the biggest engineering names of the day. Surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery to be found in the UK, the Cliff Railway provides a vital and non-exhausting way for locals and holiday makers alike to soak up the peaceful atmosphere and take in the amazing views as they travel to and from the waters edge. The railway is now also an Approved Premises for weddings. With an extensive overhaul & refurbishment now completed, the railway is ready to serve thousands more passengers as they venture down to enjoy a day relaxing in the beautiful Devon sun. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Cayman Golf Website Previous Next Come and enjoy the experience of a new concept of the traditional game of pitch 'n' putt golf. Fun for all the family and golfers alike. Use unique 'Cayman' golf balls which rewards the player for accuracy rather than distance. Ideal for both families and golfers. Pay and play for healthy outdoor fun!! Cayman golf offers a reduction in land area thus being a friend to the environment by contributing to land & water conservation and to the reduction of pesticides & insecticides. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Buckfast Abbey Website Previous Next A Tranquil Haven ~ Nestled in the shadow of Dartmoor, in a beautiful wooded valley beside the river Dart, Buckfast Abbey offers visitors a tranquil refuge from the hectic pace of everyday life.The Abbey is a working monastery where a community of Benedictine monks live self-sufficiently, welcoming visitors from all around the world. At the heart of the site is the Abbey Church, a spiritual haven for the many thousands of visitors who come each year. There is an overwhelming sense of peace as soon as you enter the grounds with the church surrounded by gardens which in the summer come alive with colour. Within the Abbey precinct, visitors can browse in the Bookshop or visit the Monastic Shop which has an extraordinary array of products made by nuns and monks across Europe. There is also a gift shop and information point by the Westgate entrance. In the Grange Restaurant, you can relax and enjoy tea and homemade cakes or choose from a range of hot meals and light snacks which are changed daily. Escape for a while at Buckfast – worlds away from the busy rush of the everyday and just a few minutes from the A38. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Torquay Alpine Ski Club Website Previous Next Snowsports in the English Riviera ~ Torquay Alpine Ski Club is the place to learn to ski or snowboard in the English Riviera. Our ski slopes offer a convenient and inexpensive way to learn the basics of skiing or snowboarding, or to improve skills and generally prepare to get the most out of a winter sports holiday. We offer courses and lessons with experienced instructors and coaches to suit all abilities and ages. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages The Willows Website Previous Next On the outskirts of Torquay town lies "The Willows Shopping Centre" Parking is free for 2 hours, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon tea, as a reward after all that hard work shopping! The Willow Tree pub also provide substantial carveries! Stores and shops at the park include: ~ Marks and Spencer, Sainsburys and DFS. Adjoining 'The Willows', just a little further along the road is the 'Wren Retail Park' with more stores including, Boots, Mothercare, Next and Outfit (home to some of the UK’s top fashion brands, including Topshop, Burton, Miss Selfridge, Oasis and Wallis). Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Powderham Castle Website Previous Next Powderham Castle ~ Exeter Powderham Castle enjoys a unique, picturesque setting within an ancient deer park beside the Exe estuary, just south of Exeter. Over 600 years of history can be discovered within the walls of one of Devon's oldest family homes. Powderham came to the Courtenay family in the dowry of Edward I’s granddaughter, and her son, Sir Philip Courtenay, began building the Castle in 1391. It has remained in the family to this day, and recently became home to the new Earl & Countess of Devon, the 28th generation to move in. The magical setting and convenient location makes Powderham the perfect venue for your special event, be it a wedding or business function. For locals and visitors to Devon it is a 'must see' and with its many attractions - a wonderful family day out! The information below was written by the Earl of Devon ~ Powderham Castle has been our family home for over 600 years. It was built by Sir Philip Courtenay in the 14th century and, despite many alterations and additions to adapt the Castle to changing times, Philip and his many descendants would undoubtedly still recognise it today. It is an honour to live in these beautiful and historic surroundings, and it gives the us great pleasure to share it with many visitors each year. There is so much to see, enjoy and appreciate that we cannot take full value from it ourselves. Nor, frankly, could we afford to maintain it without the help and support of our visitors. You are therefore doubly welcome. Your visit makes a contribution to our shared heritage and we hope that, following your visit, you will leave with fond memories and affection for our home and its many treasured stories. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Finlake Riding Centre Website Previous Next Finlake Riding Centre is situated in the beautiful Teign valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. Adjacent to Finlake Holiday Park it benefits from scenic off road hacking in private parkland and woodland trails. All the bridle tracks have been 'all weather' surfaced so that even in inclement weather under foot remains good. All ages and standards of rider are catered for, complete beginners are welcome on our gentle treks around the woodland trails riding well behaved cobs. Experienced riders can enjoy our longer and more exhilirating rides which include evening pub rides.Young children and nervous adults may prefer our half hour stroll where our experienced staff will be able to lead anyone requiring assistance.Very small children can ride our tiny miniature shetland ponies or the slightly bigger Dartmoor pony. As well as hacking, we also have various lesson options available. Whether your learning to ride, want to join the pony club or find an experienced local instructor we can help! The lessons are suitable for adults or children and beginners or experienced. Click on our Lessons page to find out more. All our horses & ponies are extremely well cared for by our dedicated team of staff and the horses welfare and customer safety is paramount. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Fairy Cove Website Previous Next This pretty little spot is dog friendly and a world away from the main beach, just the other side of the harbour. Loved by locals and a great snorkeling location over the rocks and weed (if you like that) at high tide. Backed by sandstone cliffs and the memorial garden above Fairy Cove can seem like an oasis of calm in the summer as its not well known. Steps lead up to Roundham road and onto Goodrington. Locals will also walk around the headland at a low spring tide, but not recommended for the faint hearted and definitely not on an incoming tide. The beach is fairly sheltered from the wind and waves, particularly at low tide when the beach is separated from the sea by flat rocks. As such, this is a great time to go exploring the rockpools for sea life. Fairy Cove is a good family beach, and although there isn’t much on the beach itself there are plenty of facilities around the harbour - toilets, cafe etc. Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Main Listing Pages Golden Hind Website Previous Next There's so much to see and explore above and below the five decks of the Golden Hind Museum Ship, with many hands on-exhibits, giving visitors of all ages a wonderful insight into life aboard Sir Francis Drake's Tudor galleon. The Golden Hind at Brixham is a full sized replica of one of the most iconic ships from the age of exploration. The Ship has been a feature of picturesque Brixham harbour for over fifty years, entertaining and educating thousands of visitors during this time - as well as being featured on many tv programmes and films. The Ship is open from spring to autumn come rain or shine and is an all-weather attraction with many indoor displays as well as wide open decks. A striking landmark in Brixham, every visitor on board contributes to the restoration and maintenance of the Ship, ensuring that 'Brixham's Treasure' will continue to enhance Brixham's beautiful Quayside for future generations... Please check the opening days/ times before travelling. The ship's opening hours may be extended in school holidays. Sir Francis Drake : Sailor, Seaman, Politician and Engineer is best remembered as an explorer. In his most famous ship, The Golden Hind, he became the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe in an epic expedition of plunder and discovery over four hundred years ago. The hardship endured in overcrowded and primitive quarters was unbelievable. Only 56 men survived with Drake, returning three years and 40,000 miles later, with a vast cargo of treasure worth hundreds of millions of pounds in today's money. Queen Elizabeth I's share alone was more than the country's national debt. 'El Draco' or 'The Dragon' became one of the most famous men in Western Europe, was feared and reviled by the Spanish and was duly knighted in London. Step back in time... Come aboard and explore the Ship that was home to Drake and his crew of seventy men. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life aboard a Tudor ship. Feel the romance of the seas in the great age of sail. The Ship rises and falls with the tides up to three metres. See the Captain and Officers' cabin, how the crew and prisoners slept below decks, the weapons, tools, cannons, artefacts from the age of discovery, the ropes hauled by the sailors, the creak of the timbers, the voices of the crew, treasure, pirates and much more.... Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps

Torquay Weather & Tides. No trip to Torquay is without a weather check. Apart from being a nation obsessed with the weather, we all need to know what clothes, suncream and hats may be needed. For water sports enthusiasts, it is even more critical. Below, we have added some tools to help you today and next week. Torbay and South Devon rainfal, temperature, wind speed, temperature and forecast by radar and weather stations. This is provided by the metoffice. Sea state via Torquay harbour webcam Also see our webcam page

Main Listing Pages Number 7 Fish Bistro Website Previous Next A small family run Bistro style restaurant providing fresh fish and shellfish either from local boats and markets or Scotland. We are 5 minutes from the town centre and there is ample parking opposite. We look forward to welcoming you to No 7 Fish Bistro: Situated overlooking Torquay's harbourside. No7 is Torbay's only seafood restaurant. Daily special chalkboards - extensive wine list AA Rosette Award: 2009/10 & 2010/11 Tides & Weather Torquay Webcams Torquay Maps