Welcome to Babbacombe

Babbacombe is a charming seaside town located in Devon, England. It is known for its stunning beaches, picturesque cliffs, and quaint village atmosphere. The town is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to enjoy its natural beauty and rich history.

One of the main attractions in Babbacombe is the Babbacombe Model Village, which is a miniature replica of the town itself. The model village is a popular attraction for families and children, who can explore the tiny streets and buildings and marvel at the intricate details of the miniature world. Other popular attractions in Babbacombe include the Babbacombe Cliff Railway, which offers stunning views of the coastline, and the Babbacombe Theatre, which hosts a variety of shows and performances throughout the year.

Babbacombe is also home to a number of excellent restaurants, cafes, and pubs, offering a range of delicious local and international cuisine. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, traditional English dishes, and a variety of international flavors, all served in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture, Babbacombe is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Devon.

Local Schools

School	Details
Abbey School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fleur Greinig	Hampton Court Fore Street St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4PR 01803327868 School Website
Priory Roman Catholic Primary School Torquay Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Hannah Maskell	St Catherine's Road St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4NZ 01803328480 School Website
St Margarets Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Timothy Hughes	Barewell Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4PA 01803327090 School Website
Homelands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Angela Urquhart	Westhill Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4NT 01803328264 School Website
St Marychurch Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Phillip Sidaway-Lee	Hartop Road St Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4QH 01803329070 School Website
The Spires College Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Alex Newton	Westlands Lane Torquay Devon TQ1 3PE 01803400660 School Website
St Cuthbert Mayne School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr James Down	Trumlands Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RN 01803328725 School Website
All Saints Babbacombe Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andy Pugsley	Quinta Road Torquay Devon TQ1 3RN 1803329131 School Website
Ellacombe Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Helm	Ellacombe Church Road Torquay Devon TQ1 1TG 01803293040 School Website
Upton St James C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Iseult Mardon	St James Road Upton Torquay Devon TQ1 4AZ 01803328286 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 1.25 Miles

Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 1.68 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 3.79 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 4.68 Miles

Teignmouth Station Approach, Off Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PG 4.78 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
U K V C Cars 01803 500550 4/The Old Town Hall/Manor Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3JS 0.09 Miles
Babbacombe Cars 01803 326450 21 Petitor Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4QD 0.25 Miles
Price First Taxis 01803 322322 145 Reddenhill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3NT 0.34 Miles
Rs Taxis And Holiday Link 01803 313188 22A Western Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4RL 0.50 Miles
Airport Transfers Direct 01803 311122 209 Babbacombe Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3SX 0.61 Miles
Price A Cab 0844 745 3090 54 Fore St, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8BL 0.76 Miles
Air And Seaports Connexions 01803 322524 Parkfield Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4AL 0.85 Miles
1St Class Cars 01803 299305 44 Cavern Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1NS 0.91 Miles
Carisma Cars 01803 313336 Manderville/Thurlow Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3EE 0.91 Miles
Quick Cabs 01803 500600 2-4 South Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5AB 1.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
St Marychurch Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
St Marychurch Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Furrough Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hampton Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fore Street Snooty Fox Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cary Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunboyne Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hartop Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Park Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Petitor Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
137 Reddenhill Road Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Westhill Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Annes Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Park Road Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Marychurch Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chilcote Practice 01803 316333	Chilcote Surgery Dewerstone Practice Hampton Avenue, Torquay Devon TQ1 3LA
Brunel Medical Practice 01803 312233	Brunel Medical Practice St Albans Rd,Babbacombe Torquay Devon TQ1 3SL
Brunel Medical Practice (St Marychurch)	The Medical Centre Fore Street St. Marychurch Torquay Devon TQ1 4QX
Chilcote Surgery 01803 314277	104 Chatto Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4HY
Southover Medical Practice 01803 327100	Southover Medical Pract Bronshill Road Torquay Devon TQ1 3HD

Local Stores

St Marychurch
18A Fore Street
St Marychurch
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 4LY
01803 328578
Store Website
0.07 miles

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SPAR Watcombe
354 - 358 Teighnmouth Road
Torquay
TQ1 4SW
01803 310912
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bay Vet Group
96 Warbro Road Ellacombe Torquay Devon TQ1 3RE 01803 314940 Website 0.42 miles
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Quarry House Vets
148 Teignmouth Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RY 01803 324341 quarryvets@gmail.com Website 0.61 miles
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Animal Health Centre
43 Moor Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 8NU 01803 313400 1.08 miles
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Torquay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridge Retail Park Torquay Devon TQ2 7AP torquay@vets4pets.com 1.31 miles


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Greenbay Vets Ltd
34 Walnut Road Torquay Devon TQ2 6HS 01803 606059 info@greenbayvets.co.uk Website 1.69 miles
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Puppy party 5.30-6.30pm
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Powderham Veterinary Group
Condor Way Torquay TQ2 7TG 01803 614 700 office@powderhamvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.73 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Cockington Country Park
Enjoy The Meadow With Your Dog Or Stroll Around Some Of The Many Paths On This Beautiful Estate With Its Woodlands And Water Garden. This Walking Route Is A Little Over 3-Miles And Lets You Explore It All. TQ2 6XA 2.09 miles From Torquay Or Paignton Turn At The Livermead Hotel – Signposted ‘Cockington Country Park’ And Follow The Lane Into The Village, Where There Are Two Car Parks (Cycle Hub & Village).

Cockington Country Park
Cockington Ln Torquay Lancashire TQ2 6XB 2.20 miles Torquay

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Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 5.05 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 5.31 miles

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Berryhead Country Park
Coastal Cliff Top Walk, Totally Flat And Buggy Friendly. Great Cafe Serving Breakfast And Lunches 36 Gillard Rd Lancashire 6.07 miles

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Lower Dart Valley
This Is A 6.5 Mile Circular Walk Of The Lower Part Of The River Dart Estuary Starting At Dittisham. We Combined Our Walk With A Visit To The National Trust Owned Greenway House, The Summer Home Of Agatha Christie. If Parking Here, Follow The Route Anti-Clockwise, As It Is Important To Cross Using The Dittisham Ferry First As This Is The One That Stops Running First. Malvern Cottage Higher St Dittisham Dartmouth TQ6 0HT 7.68 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

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