Torbay, Paignton

Name: Torbay
Address: Paignton, United Kingdom

#27 among attractions in Paignton

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Torbay is a borough and unitary authority in Devon, south west England. It is governed by Torbay Council and consists of 62.87 square kilometres of land, including the resort towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, located on east-facing Tor Bay, part of Lyme Bay on the English Channel. A popular tourist destination, Torbay's sandy beaches, mild climate and recreational and leisure attractions have given rise to its nickname of the "English Riviera". ()

Alternative names: Area: 24.28 mi²Coordinates: 50°27'8"N, 3°33'25"W

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Torbay – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Torre Abbey, Cockington Court, Town Hall, Kirkham House.

1.1 miNE
Medieval abbey and gardens with tearoom
Torre Abbey, Torquay
28 min walk • Torre Abbey is a historic building and art gallery in Torquay, Devon, which lies in the South West of England. It was founded in 1196 as a monastery for Premonstratensian canons, and is now the best-preserved medieval monastery in Devon and Cornwall.
0.9 miN
Manor house
Cockington Court, Torquay
23 min walk • Cockington Court, near Torquay in Devon, England, is Grade II* listed on the English Heritage Register. The manor dates back to Saxon times, and is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. The current house was built in the 16th century, when it was owned by the Cary family. Today it is a craft centre and a venue for special events.
1.6 miNE
City hall
Town Hall, Torquay
41 min walk • Torquay Town Hall is a municipal building in Castle Circus in Torquay, Devon, England. The building, which is the meeting place of Torbay Council, is a Grade II listed building.
1.1 miSW
History museum, Museum
Kirkham House, Paignton
30 min walk • Kirkham House is a late medieval stone house in Paignton, Devon, England. It is believed to be a 14th or 15th century building. The house was designated a Grade II* listed building on 13 March 1951.
0.8 miS
50°26'24"N • 3°33'27"W
Paignton Beach, Paignton
22 min walk • Beach
1.3 miNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Princess Theatre, Torquay
35 min walk • The Princess Theatre in Torquay, England is a 1,500 seat theatre that first opened its doors on Wednesday 7 June 1961. Top of the bill on opening night were Tommy Cooper and Morecambe & Wise.
1.5 miSW
Cemetery
Paignton Cemetery, Paignton
38 min walk • Paignton Cemetery is a burial ground situated within the town of Paignton, Devon, England.
1.2 miW
Windmill
Paignton Windmill, Paignton
32 min walk • Paignton Windmill, also known as Fernicombe Windmill, is a late 18th-century windmill situated on the outskirts of the town of Paignton, Devon, England. It is a Grade II Listed Building, and lies in a partially ruinous state.
1.1 miNE
Park
Abbey Park and Meadows, Torquay
29 min walk • Abbey Park and Meadows is a public park located in Torquay, Devon, which stretches from Torre Abbey to the town's seafront. The park has a number of facilities, including tennis courts, bowling greens, crazy golf and a café.
1.3 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Palace Theatre, Paignton
34 min walk • The Palace Theatre is a theatre in Paignton, Devon, England. It was built in 1890 and is the oldest working theatre in Torbay. It has been owned and run by Torbay Council or its predecessor organisations since 1920.
1 miS
Piers and boardwalks, Arcade
Paignton Pier, Paignton
27 min walk • Paignton Pier is a pleasure pier in the large English seaside resort of Paignton, Devon. It was financed by Arthur Hyde Dendy, a local Paignton barrister and designed by George Soudon Bridgman.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Torbay?

Nearby attractions include Paignton Beach, Paignton (22 min walk), Cockington Court, Torquay (23 min walk), Chelston, Torquay (23 min walk).

How to get to Torbay by public transport?

The nearest stations to Torbay:

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Torquay (22 min walk)