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Palm tree lined seafront, Italian style white villas perched high on the surrounding hillsides and fabulous yachts moored in the modem marina help to create a truly relaxing, continental and stylish atmosphere that our visitors just love to soak up. For well over a hundred years, the fashionable town of Torquay has attracted the rich and famous. Today, thousands of visitors still enjoy its sophisticated charm, which combined with modem attractions, and amenities have produced a truly first class resort. There is an abundance of pavement cafes, pubs, restaurants and nightlife, good quality shops and a host of family attractions. Enjoy-the superb beaches and spectacular views from cliff top coastal paths or simply stroll along the elegant seafront promenades. Torquay also boasts a number of heritage sites including Torre Abbey and Kents Cavern while literary associations include the world's greatest mystery writer, Dame Agatha Christie. Follow the Agatha Christie Trail and discover the Torquay that inspired her ever-popular detective stories. Today, Torquay is one of the most stylish resorts in Britain. Its elegant Victorian terraces, white villas and famous seven hills provide the backdrop to popular, modern facilities such as the Riviera Centre and a busy shopping centre. Torquay's Waterfront Torquay's waterfront is the focus of life in the Town. Here you'll find the palm lined promenade, a lively harbour and an international marina. Yet within minutes of the town centre there are beautiful beaches easily accessible on foot, by car or by bus. Torquay has all the facilities of a modern resort with the style and elegance of a time gone by. No wonder its popularity has never waned. Babbacombe Perched high on the cliffs, Babbacombe and St. Marychurch offer their own unique attraction. Life in St. Marychurch revolves around Fore Street with its charming collection of select shops. In Babbacombe, the views from the Downs are spectacular and the gardens are ideal for a morning or evening stroll, along the clifftops. Babbacombe is also the home of the Model Village, three superb fish and chip shops and the Babbacombe Theatre which runs a summer show each year.
Only a mile from Torquay seafront, Cockington is a journey into a bygone age. In an idyllic village setting you can wander around thatched cottages, watch the blacksmith at work in the forge, enjoy a cream tea and stroll through acres of gardens and woodland. In the heart of the estate stands Cockington Castle, a 17th Century Manor house. At the Court you'll find craft demonstrations, a Norman church and an organic garden. Maidencombe An unspoilt coastal hamlet boasting a sheltered beach and magnificent coastal walks with panoramic views. The manor of "Medencumbe" is mentioned in the Doomsday Book and one of the oldest buildings is the "Courthouse", parts of which date back to the 14th Century. The coastal farm and woodlands are managed under the "Countryside Stewardship Scheme" to protect wildlife, encourage traditional farming and allow public access and enjoyment of the area. Maidencombe is a delight to stay in and an ideal base from which to explore south Devon.
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Cockington
Torquay's
Beaches
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WATCOMBE
- Seaside Award
Beach Details: Watcombe
Beach Type: Sand/Shingle Access: Moderate, steep in places
Limited Parking - Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Life Saving Equipment - Toilets - Refreshments - Beach Shop - Deck Chair HireDisabled Facilities
Difficult Disabled Access to Beach
ODDICOMBE
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Blue Flag/Seaside Award
Beach Details: Oddicombe Beach (Babbacombe)
Beach Type: Sand/Shingle Access: Moderate, cliff lift
Parking ½ mile from beach - No Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Warning Flags - Life Saving Equipment - First Aid Post - Toilets - Baby changing facilities - Refreshments - Beach Shop - Deck Chair Hire - Beach Chalet Hire - TelephoneDisabled Facilities
Moderate Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
BABBACOMBE
Beach Details: Babbacombe Beach
Beach Type: Sand/Shingle Access: Moderate
Attractions: Popular fishing point - off breakwater
Limited Parking - No Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Life Saving Equipment - Toilets - Refreshments - Deck Chair Hire - TelephoneDisabled Facilities
Moderate Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
ANSTEY'S
COVE, Torquay
- Blue Flag/Seaside Award
Beach Details: Anstey's Cove
Beach Type: Shingle/Rock Access: Moderate, steep in places
Parking ½ mile from beach - No Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Warning Flags - Life Saving Equipment - First Aid Post - Toilets Refreshments - Beach Shop - Deck Chair Hire - Beach Chalet HireDisabled Facilities
Difficult Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
MEADFOOT
BEACH, Torquay
- Blue Flag/Seaside Award
Beach Details: Meadfoot
Beach Type: Pebble/Sand Access: Easy
Ample Parking - Dogs Allowed (Kilmore End) - Safe Swimming, with care- Life Saving Equipment - First Aid Post - Toilets - Baby changing facilities - Refreshments - Deck Chair HireDisabled Facilities
Easy Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
TORRE ABBEY SANDS, Torquay
Beach Details: Torre Abbey
Beach Type: Sand Access: Easy
Ample - No Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Warning Flags - Life Saving Equipment - First Aid Post - Toilets - Refreshments - Deck Chair Hire -TelephoneDisabled Facilities
Easy Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
CORBYN
SANDS, Torquay
- Blue Flag/Seaside Award
Beach Details: Oddicombe Beach (Babbacombe)
Beach Type: Sand/Shingle Access: Easy
Parking ¼ mile from beach - No Dogs Allowed - Safe Swimming, with care - Warning Flags - Life Saving Equipment - Toilets- Deck Chair Hire - Beach Chalet HireDisabled Facilities
Easy Disabled Access to Beach - Toilets nearby
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