Welcome to Torquay

Torquay is a seaside town located in Devon, England. It is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning coastline, and rich history. The town is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world. Torquay has a lot to offer, from its picturesque harbor to its vibrant nightlife.

One of the main attractions in Torquay is its beaches. The town has several beaches, including Torre Abbey Sands, Meadfoot Beach, and Babbacombe Beach. These beaches are perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. The town also has a beautiful marina, which is home to many boats and yachts. Visitors can take a stroll along the marina and enjoy the stunning views of the sea.

Torquay is also known for its rich history. The town has a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including Torre Abbey, which was founded in 1196. The town also has a number of museums, including the Torquay Museum, which showcases the history of the town and its surrounding area. Visitors can learn about the town's past and its role in shaping the history of Devon and England. Overall, Torquay is a beautiful town with a rich history and plenty of attractions to keep visitors entertained.

Local Schools

School	Details
Eat That Frog C.I.C Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mr Ian Powell	91 Union Street Torquay Devon TQ1 3DG 1803551551 School Website
Tlg Torbay Other Independent Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Sharon Chapman	Upton Vale Baptist Church St. Marychurch Road Castle Circus Torquay Devon TQ1 3HY 7706334965 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
Cockington Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Swainson	Old Mill Road Torquay TQ2 6AP 1803214100
The Spires College Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Alex Newton	Westlands Lane Torquay Devon TQ1 3PE 01803400660 School Website
Warberry C Of E Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Karen Southard	Cedars Road Torquay Devon TQ1 1SB 01803292642 School Website
Torre Church Of England Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Kendell	Barton Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4DN 01803324007 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
Homelands Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Angela Urquhart	Westhill Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4NT 01803328264 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Torquay Rathmore Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6NU 0.68 Miles

Torre Newton Road, Torre, Devon, TQ2 5DD 0.75 Miles

Paignton Station Square, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 5EF 2.77 Miles

Newton Abbot Station Road, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 2JE 5.05 Miles

Teignmouth Station Approach, Off Exeter Road, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8PG 5.78 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
1St Class Cars 01803 299305 44 Cavern Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1NS 0.27 Miles
Carisma Cars 01803 313336 Manderville/Thurlow Rd, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3EE 0.30 Miles
Torbay Taxis Ltd 01803 211611 55 Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HZ 0.35 Miles
Quick Cabs 01803 500600 2-4 South Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5AB 0.37 Miles
Air And Seaports Connexions 01803 322524 Parkfield Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 4AL 0.50 Miles
Aardvark Taxis 01803 292292 Peaceful Cottage/Cary Pde, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EX 0.53 Miles
Torbay Cab Co Ltd 01803 213521 Peaceful Cottage, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EX 0.53 Miles
Taxifast Torbay 01803 606060 30 Torwood St, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1EB 0.63 Miles
1 Tariff Taxis Ltd 01803 606060 30 Torwood Street, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1EB 0.63 Miles
Tor Taxis 01803 393939 30 Torwood St, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1EB 0.63 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Union Street Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lymington Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Castle Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ash Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warberry Road West No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lucius Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Torquay Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:13:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Torquay Post Office 1St Floor Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Croft Hall Medical Practice 01803 298441	Croft Hall Medical Centre 19 Croft Road Torquay Devon TQ2 5UA
Abbey Road Surgery	56 Abbey Road Torquay Devon TQ2 5NH
English Riviera Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Chestnut Avenue Torquay TQ2 5LZ
English Riviera Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Chestnut Avenue Torquay TQ2 5LZ
Southover Medical Practice 01803 327100	Southover Medical Pract Bronshill Road Torquay Devon TQ1 3HD

Local Stores

Torquay - Torwood Street
Torwood Street
Torquay
Devon
TQ1 1DP
01803 295217
Store Website
0.65 miles

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SPAR Torr Hill
6 - 8 Torr Hill
Torquay
TQ2 7JU
Store Website

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Greenbay Vets Ltd
34 Walnut Road Torquay Devon TQ2 6HS 01803 606059 info@greenbayvets.co.uk Website 0.72 miles
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Bay Vet Group
96 Warbro Road Ellacombe Torquay Devon TQ1 3RE 01803 314940 Website 0.77 miles
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Quarry House Vets
148 Teignmouth Road Torquay Devon TQ1 4RY 01803 324341 quarryvets@gmail.com Website 0.98 miles
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Torquay Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridge Retail Park Torquay Devon TQ2 7AP torquay@vets4pets.com 1.41 miles


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Silverton Veterinary Practice Ltd
86 Cadewell Lane Torquay Devon TQ2 7HP 01803 614619 reception@silvertonvets.co.uk 1.52 miles

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Seymour Vets - Preston
115 Preston Down Road Preston Paignton Devon TQ3 1DS info@seymourvets.co.uk Website 1.86 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 1.25 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 1.38 miles Torquay

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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 5.30 miles

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Bradley Manor
Going To Try This Walk Today It's Local And It's Lovely. 56-60 East St Lancashire 5.37 miles

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Bakers Park/Bradley Manor
6 Totnes Rd Lancashire 5.54 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 6.66 miles Park In The Dittisham Car Park- Do Not Drive Down To The Key.

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