Bygones

Whilst visitors enjoy refreshments in the coffee bar they often muse about how all this began. In the
best story telling traditions it began a long time ago with my husband's passion for collecting railwayana an interest that eventually out-grew ...

Kents Cavern

Kents Cavern is Britain's most famous prehistoric cave, a protected national monument and a site of special scientific interest in the heart of English Riviera Geopark. Located in the village of Wellswood, between Torquay harbour and Babbacombe in De...

Living Coasts

Torquay's coastal zoo is a wildlife oasis set on the town's bustling waterfront. Mingle with the perky penguins and watch the fur seals at play, then head off to see the puffins, wading birds and sea ducks. Discover beaches with gently lapping waves,...

Torquay Museum

Torquay Museum is Devon's oldest established Museum still operating. Founded in 1844 by the Torquay Natural History Society, which was renamed Torquay Museum Society in 2003, the Society celebrated its 160th birthday in 2004.The current Museum buildi...

Torre Abbey Historic House

Torre Abbey is the oldest building in Torquay. It has a story spanning 800 years and was once the most important Abbey of its kind in England, the brothers who lived here then were known as the White Canons. Following a massive three-year restoration...