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The holiday resort of Torbay
"Perfect for a self catering holiday on the English Riviera."

Torbay Attractions

There are three main towns around the bay: Torquay in the north, Paignton in the centre, and Brixham in the south. Renowned for its healthful climate, the bay earned the nickname of the English Riviera.

Tor Bay itself is a fine natural harbour and home to a host of maritime events all year round, and due to the mild climate Torbay Palm trees are a common sight along the coast.

Torbay Webcam BBC Travel News

Living Coasts

Living Coasts , Torquay's Coastal Zoo, is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe. It has been developed by Paignton Zoo, with financial support from the South West Regional Development Agency and the European Regional Development fund. Living Coasts is situated right on Torquay's harbourside and is easy to find - just look out for the big net!

Kents Caven

Kents Cavern is one of the most important Palaeolithic caves in Northern Europe and the oldest recognisable human dwelling in Britain. It holds beautiful and spectacular geological formations and significant prehistoric finds, some over 700,000 years old. The area comprising modern Torquay has been inhabited since paleolithic times. Hand axes found in Kents Cavern date to 450,000 years ago. Kents Cavern is situated in the heart of Torquay on the beautiful south coast of Devon.

Babbacombe Model Village

Babbacombe Model Village. Take time out from the hustle and bustle of every day life and feel on top of the world as you see it recreated in miniature. Thousands of miniature buildings, people and vehicles capture the essence of England´s past, present and future. It's not just the humour, nor the animation - it has a life of its own. Come and see for yourself!

Princess Theatre

Princess Theatre. Every thing you need to know about what´s showing and when at the Princess Theatre, Torquay. The Princess Theatre in Torquay, first opened its doors on Wednesday 7 June 1961. Top of the bill on opening night were Tommy Cooper and Morecambe & Wise. The theatre is a touring house and shows a variety of productions including opera, ballet, concerts, wrestling, ice shows & West End musicals and a Christmas pantomime

Babbacombe Theatre

Babbacombe Theatre. Every thing you need to know about what´s showing and when at the Babbacombe Theatre, Torquay Babbacombe Theatre is situated on the beautiful Babbacombe Downs, in Babbacombe, Torquay; located only 5 minutes away from Torquay´s harbour side. It is easily accessible from other resorts on the English Riviera, Paignton and Brixham, both by car and public transport

Palace Theatre

Palace Theatre. Every thing you need to know about what´s showing and when at the Palace Theatre in Paignton The Palace Theatre has recently been through a major refurbishment and is looking fantastic. We re-opened on 10th April 2007 and kicked off with the SW of England Festival. The last few weeks have seen a packed panto season and we are now looking forward to a successful 2008.

The Apollo Cinema

The Apollo Cinema on the sea front at Paignton in Torbay where we successfully combine operational expertise with the latest technology to bring you the very best in entertainment!. The state of the art projectors & Dolby digital/SR Surround Sound systems ensure the movie is delivered to you as the director intended... offering the best in vision and sound experience. There are nine auditoriums showing a variety of different films.

Compton Castle

Compton Castle is a fortified manor house nestled in a valley in Marldon, Paignton, about five miles west of Torquay, Devon, England. Compton Castle has been a National Trust property since 1951. Built in three periods (1340, 1450 and 1520), Compton Castle has been home to the Gilbert family for most of the intervening period. Members of the Gilbert family still occupy the castle, and administer it for the National Trust. Among the most famous inhabitants one finds Sir Humphrey Gilbert (1539 to 1583), coloniser of Newfoundland and half-brother of Sir Walter Raleigh; legend has it that Sir Walter smoked the first pipe of tobacco in Britain while visiting Sir Humphrey. The grounds are noted for a rose and knot garden. In fact, the lush gardens of trees, flowers, rare shrubs, and thick tall grass bring thousands of tourists during the spring and autumn.

Oldway Mansion

Oldway Mansion and its grounds can be visited free of charge by members of the public, and it is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Torbay. The mansion has a small museum with exhibits that are linked to the building's history, including antique Singer sewing machines. Oldway Mansion is a Grade II listed building.

The Golden Hind

The Golden Hind captained by Sir Francis Drake undertook one of the most historic and exciting voyages of all time. Between 1577 and 1580 the Golden Hind circumnavigated the world making vital discoveries before returning home with amazing treasures. This ship now offers an amazing insight into life onboard a 16th century sailing ship and is based in Brixham, Devon the area where Sir Francis Drake lived and worked.

Torbay Lifeboat

Torbay Lifeboat. Welcome to the Torbay Lifeboat Station Web Site. The site, which is maintained by lifeboat station personnel and as such is not an official RNLI Web Site, includes both history and indicative operational information of the service provided to those who spend time along the South Devon Coastline from Teignmouth to Start Point and 50 miles out into the English Channel

Riviera Centre

Riviera Centre Welcome to the Riviera International Centre, Torquay - Waves Leisure Pool - Torquay's indoor Beach, Safe, Clean, Comfortable and Fun. The popular leisure pool features a giant flume and wave machine to add an extra splash of fun.

Blue Waters Holiday Apartments, Cliff Park Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon. TQ4 6NB - 01803 556477 - www.goodrington.net