Torquay
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Torquay is a popular holiday destination in South Devon. It is the largest town in Torbay, sharing the bay with Brixham and Paignton.
Torquay is a town with great facilities for the holidaymaker. The marina is an attractive centrepiece and close to the modern shopping centre. Torquay has a number of family-friendly beaches such as Meadfoot, Torre Abbey Sands and Corbyn Sands.
Family Torquay
For family fun in Torquay try Living Coasts, the seaside zoo, or Kents Cavern and Babbacombe Model Village. Torquay theatre regularly attracts top West End shows.
Torquay restaurants
For the gastro there are two top quality restaurants in Torquay, Oreston Manor and the Michelin-starred Elephant.
Torquay history
Torquay has been inhabited for over 400,000 years but it was in Victorian times that the town took off due to its station and attractive mild climate. During the late nineteenth century Torquay became very popular and as a result it has many fine period buildings. For those interested in property, visit Hesketh Crescent in Torquay, a great example of a Georgian crescent. In the 1970s, Torquay was famously the setting for the hotel in Fawlty Towers.
Torquay accommodation
Torquay offers a wide choice of self catering accommodation for self catering visitors, from holiday cottages to luxury holiday homes and apartments. For both young and old, Torquay is a great destination for a holiday.
