Torre Abbey is a historic building, spectacular garden and art gallery in Torquay. The abbey was founded in 1196 as a monastery for Premonstratensian canons, and is now one of the best preserved medieval monasteries in the south of England.
In this 'you may also like' section we attempt to answer what else can I do? Here you have a list by order of being the closest some more beaches, things to see and do, places to eat and upcoming events.
The Green Ginger is a Wetherspoon pub in Torquay, Devon. Our pub offers a range of real ales, craft beers and freshly ground Lavazza coffee. Breakfast is served until noon, with our full food menu available until 11 pm. Read more…
Beach: Meadfoot Beach View: With stunning views overlooking the Blue Flag Meadfoot Beach, relax with a drink on their veranda. What’s on the menu?: Breakfasts, snacks, drinks, homemade cakes And something else….A great spot for ramblers and photographers due to the spectacular scenery and the South West Coastal Path nearby. Read more…
Torre Abbey is the main Torquay beach on the promenade. A great family sandy beach in the town with some rocky sections to explore. The waters are shallow and safe and popular for watersports. On the other side of the seafront road is a large public green, called Torre Abbey Meadows. Facilities include pay and display parking, promenade, cafe/restaurant, toilets, disabled visitors’ facilities and Read more…
Meadfoot beach is a small beach with a mixture of rocks, shingle and sand set below cliffs. The spilt level promenade backs onto a tree covered hillside. Facilities include parking (car park and some street parking), promenade, cafe, beach huts, toilets (summer only) and beach shower, disabled visitors’ facilities, deckchair hire and slipway. Read more…
Babbacombe beach is a private beach located to the east of Torquay, a small sand and shingle beach with rock pools set beneath the cliffs at Babbacombe Downs. The promenade on Babbacombe Downs is known as the highest in England and has spectacular coastal views. A popular beach for exploring the rock pools, cliffs and walks. Also, popular for diving, Read more…
Oddicombe is a shingle beach at the bottom of red sandstone cliffs. The cliff top has magnificent views across the bay and to get down to the beach you will need the steep path or the cliff railway. Facilities include promenade, Babbacombe Cliff Railway, cafe, beach huts, toilets (summer only), beach shower, disabled visitors’ facilities, deckchair and boat hire. Read more…
Torquay Pier was built in the 1890s but has the appearance of a harbour wall protecting the marina. The pier is also known as Torquay Princess Pier. Read more…
Living Coasts is located on Torquay seafront where you will get to see penguins, otters, octopus, seals, and much more. The Living Coasts Café is free entry to non-visitors too. Read more…
