Things to do in and around Torbay

Torbay
Torquay's marina, play pitch & putt, or stroll along the sea front to the Town, and spend a romantic weekend enjoying the delights of our wonderful restaurants and visit the theatre, there really is so much to do in Torbay that it would be impossible for us to list everything here. To provide a flavour of the area we have linked our site to the following local attractions, which we feel, may be of interest to you.

Cockington
Picturesque Cockington offers the historic Saxon Village of Cockington with its thatched cottages and wonderful crafts centre all within a short stroll, you can also visit the restored Torre Abbey. Only a mile from Torquay seafront, the Domesday Book village of Cockington has hardly changed through the centuries. Come and explore this special village, its historic manor house and the 460 acres of parkland, woodland and farmland around. It is completely free to enter and you can lose yourself here for a whole day!
Cockington

Princess Theatre
Watch the very best shows Including West End shows touring the country, comedy, musicals and big bands.
Princess Theatre

English Riviera
What's on, restaurants, pubs & clubs, and other tourist information.
English Riviera

Our Glass
The OurGlass working studio is situated within the beautiful Cockington Country Park occupying the stableyard adjacent to the 17th Century Manor House. Open daily with no admission charge, you are welcome to watch the traditional manufacturing process and take this opportunity to buy direct from the maker.
OurGlass of Cockington

Babbacombe Model Village
Official site of Babbacombe Model Village with information about the village, visitors info, special events, bus service and new features.
Babbacombe Model Village

Kents Cavern
Kent's Cavern is Britain's Oldest Scheduled Ancient Monument and the site of the earliest evidence of humans in Britain. Visitors Information and Events.
Kents Cavern

Paignton Zoo
Home to over 2000 animals, Paignton Zoo is a registered education and scientific charity dedicated to protecting our global wildlife heritage. Loads of information at this site, including animal adoption.
Paignton Zoo

Becky Falls
Becky Falls, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is a private woodland estate that has been a much-loved attraction since Victorian times. Info on their restaurant & tearooms, craft shop, ice cream parlour & pets corner.
Becky Falls

Blackpool Sands
Information and history on one of Devon's most picturesque beaches with details on facilities and how to get there.
Blackpool Sands

Crealy Park
Information on Crealy Park Amusement Centre, with information about animals, Magic Kingdom, River-Raiders Challenge, Bumper Boats, Go Karts and lots more.
Crealy Park

Dartmouth Golf & Country Club
Dartmouth Golf & Country Club one of the region's premier golf and country clubs. Details of latest news and offers and book your tee time over the web.
Dartmouth Golf & Country Club

Rocking Horses
See Jack at work at Cockington Court where he hand crafts beautiful rocking horses
Rocking Horses

B&B - We are listed on Bed and Breakfast locally
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