Torquay
in Torbay of England, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
50.462 and -3.525 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 50° 27' 43" and W -3° 31' 30"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 11:41 AM (Tuesday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:01 am and 8:22 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.817 and 170.717 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Otakou
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-23 08:18:23

Explore Torquay

Torquay in Torbay (England) with it's 65,388 inhabitants is located in United Kingdom about 165 mi (or 265 km) south-west of London, the country's capital.

Local time in Torquay is now 11:41 AM (Tuesday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 8 airports in the wider vicinity of Torquay, of which 3 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Exeter International Airport in a distance of 19 mi (or 31 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape in a distance of 53 mi (or 86 km), South-West. Also, if you like golfing, there are multiple options in driving distance. We found 2 points of interest in the vicinity of this place. If you need a place to sleep, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Depending on your travel schedule, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Exeter, Bickleigh, Plymouth, Taunton and Millbrook. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 9°C / 49 °F

Morning Temperature 9°C / 47 °F
Evening Temperature 9°C / 48 °F
Night Temperature 7°C / 45 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 75%
Air Pressure 1024 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 7 km/h (4 mph) from South-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 99% of sky
General Conditions Light rain

Wednesday, 24th of April 2024

9°C (49 °F)
9°C (47 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, broken clouds.

Thursday, 25th of April 2024

11°C (52 °F)
8°C (47 °F)
Light rain, gentle breeze, scattered clouds.

Friday, 26th of April 2024

11°C (51 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Light rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Somerville

Address
0,4 mi
515 Babbacombe Road
TQ1 1HJ Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 8:15 - 19:00
Weekend: 8:30 - 19:00


The Marstan Hotel

Address
0,6 mi
Meadfoot Sea Road
TQ1 2LQ Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Aveland House

Address
1,0 mi
Aveland Road
TQ1 3PT Babbacombe
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Meadfoot Bay

Address
0,6 mi
Meadfoot Sea Road
TQ1 2LQ Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 8:00 - 21:00
Weekend: 8:00 - 21:00


Cranborne Guest Accommodation

Address
0,7 mi
58 Belgrave Road
TQ2 5HY Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:30
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Trelawney Hotel B&B - Guest house

Address
0,7 mi
48 Belgrave Road
TQ2 5HS Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Norwood - Guest house

Address
0,7 mi
60 Belgrave Road
TQ2 5HY Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:30
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Cimon

Address
0,5 mi
82 Abbey Road
TQ2 5NP Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:30 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Hillcroft - Guest House

Address
0,4 mi
9 St Lukes Road
TQ2 5NY Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 10:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Braddon Hall Hotel

Address
0,3 mi
70 Braddons Hill Road East
TQ1 1HF Torquay
United Kingdom

Time Information

Checkout: 20:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: 14:00 - 20:00
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Torquay B&B Buckingham Lodge

Published: February 15, 2015
Length: 22:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Nicola Moore

Steve and Nicola welcome you to our Torquay bed and breakfast located on the beautiful English Riviera in Devon. We are the closest b&b to the seafront in Falkland Road being just 300 metres...


Surfing Torquay

Published: March 02, 2015
Length: 30:32 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Andreas Gejke


boxing ......knuckle up boxing gym torquay

Published: August 08, 2013
Length: 08:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: dean heywood

a great gym come down and learn to box or just get fit great atmosphere great people the gym is based in torquay devon....happy watching.


Cleaning Doctor - Carpet Cleaning Torquay

Published: October 29, 2014
Length: 10:49 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Cleaning Doctor Carpet & Upholstery Services

http://www.cleaningdoctor.net/southdevon Looking for carpet cleaning in Torquay? Call Martin Bailey on (01803) 362 372.


Torquay 2011

Published: August 02, 2011
Length: 51:48 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: mrsjoakim

Language trip.


Masts Development in Torquay

Published: August 04, 2009
Length: 56:16 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: pulse8design

Masts is a significant new development of highly contemporary apartments overlooking the harbour in Torquay - the most exclusive of the three towns that make up The English Riviera. For Sale...


EF Torquay 2014

Published: July 22, 2014
Length: 11:01 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Tiffany Moret

Trip with EF France (international option). (2/07/2014 - 15/07/2014) Best summer ever.


Torquay-Brixham ferry trip

Published: July 14, 2013
Length: 52:50 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: lightmanek

Filmed from Torquay bound ferry.


African Penguins at Living Coasts Torquay

Published: December 27, 2006
Length: 25:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: tqdude

African penguins at Living Coasts coastal zoo in Torquay, Devon.


The Vikings in Torquay, summer 2014

Published: July 16, 2014
Length: 52:34 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Pontus Pehrmand

A short video about our three weeks in Torquay. Enjoy Linnea Romeling Pontus Pehrmand Emma Ejeskär Niklas Eriksson Matilda Fröström.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Torbay (UK Parliament constituency)

Torbay is a constituency represented in the House of Commons of the UK Parliament since 1997 by Adrian Sanders, a Liberal Democrat.

Located at 50.46, -3.538 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Parliamentary constituencies in Devon, Torbay, United Kingdom Parliamentary constituencies established in 1974

Plainmoor

Plainmoor is a suburb of Torquay, Devon, but is best known as the name of the stadium in which Torquay United Football Club currently play.

Located at 50.4764, -3.52382 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Football venues in England, Torquay, Torquay United F.C., Sports venues in Devon

Torre Abbey

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. In addition to its medieval and Georgian rooms, Torre Abbey is known for the formal gardens, for the third largest art collection in the county of Devon and for regular exhibitions by contemporary artists.

Located at 50.464, -3.541 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Monasteries in Devon, Premonstratensian monasteries in England, Country houses in Devon, Grade I listed buildings in Devon, Grade I listed monasteries, 1196 establishments in England, 1539 disestablishments in England, 1190s architecture, Buildings with blue plaques, Torquay, Historic house museums in Devon, Art museums and galleries in Devon, Religious museums in England, Gardens in Devon, Religious organizations established in the 1190s, Christian monasteries established in the 12th century

List of United Kingdom locations: Bab-Bal

Located at 50.47, -3.52 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article

Princess Theatre, Torquay

The Princess Theatre in Torquay, England first opened its doors on Wednesday 7 June 1961. Top of the bill on opening night were Tommy Cooper and Morecambe & Wise. The theatre is a touring house and shows a variety of productions including opera, ballet, concerts, wrestling, ice shows & West End musicals and a Christmas pantomime. The theatre was built by Torbay Council as the main feature of the redevelopment of the Princess Gardens area on Torquay seafront.

Located at 50.4613, -3.5301 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Theatres in Devon, Torquay

Living Coasts

Living Coasts is a coastal zoo owned by Paignton Zoo as part of the Whitley Wildlife Conservation Trust, which includes Newquay Zoo. It is a registered charity, and is based around sea birds and other coastal wildlife. The site is covered by a giant Aviary which includes several animal enclosures and habitats including an artificial tidal estuary, a penguin beach, a tropical mangrove swamp, and a collection of underwater viewing areas.

Located at 50.458, -3.525 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Torquay, Aquaria in England, Aviaries, Visitor attractions in Devon, Buildings and structures in Devon

Ellacombe, Devon

Ellacombe is a village in Devon, England, near Torbay. {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:50|28|12|N|3|30|54|W| |primary |name= }}

Located at 50.47, -3.515 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Devon

The Room in the Elephant

The Room in the Elephant is a quality restaurant located in Torquay, Devon, England. As of 2008, the restaurant holds one star in the Michelin Guide.

Located at 50.4586, -3.5241 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Restaurants in England, Visitor attractions in Devon, Michelin Guide starred restaurants in the United Kingdom, Torquay

Recreation Ground, Torquay

Recreation Ground is a former First-class cricket ground located in Torquay, Devon. Between 1954 and 1958, the ground hosted annual fixtures between the South and the North, and between England XI and Commonwealth XI. The ground has been among the home venues for Devon County Cricket Club since 1932, while first-class county Somerset have also hosted four matches on the ground.

Located at 50.4622, -3.54194 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Devon County Cricket Club, Somerset County Cricket Club, Cricket grounds in Devon, Torquay

Torquay Lifeboat Station

Torquay Lifeboat Station was the base for Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) search and rescue operations at Torquay, Devon in England from 1876 until 1923. A second lifeboat was kept at the harbour from 1917 until 1928.

Located at 50.4577, -3.52311 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Lifeboat stations in Devon, Transport in Devon, Buildings and structures in Devon, Torquay

Grand Hotel (Torquay)

The Grand Hotel is a hotel in Torquay, Devon. The grand white hotel is closely associated with Agatha Christie, who spent her honeymoon here. The Grand Hotel has 132 bedrooms and 4 floors.

Located at 50.46, -3.54167 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Hotels in Devon, Torquay, Agatha Christie

Pavilion Theatre (Torquay)

The Pavilion Theatre was a theatre in Torquay, Devon, England. It was perhaps the most attractive of Torbay's three main auditoria and during the 1970s differed from the Princess Theatre, Torquay, and the Festival Theatre, Paignton, in that it had plays rather than variety shows during the lucrative summer seasons.

Located at 50.4609, -3.5267 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Torquay, Theatres in Devon

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Torki, Торки, Torquay, تورکی, טורקי, トーキー, 토키, Torcaium, Торквей, Торкі, 托基