Torquay Things To Do

The Forge

by cazz38

Right in the middle of the village is the Forge,it dates back to the 14th century,its said to be the most photographed building in the country.Its no longer a working forge,but used for the famous miniture horseshoe,you can buy lots of different brasses here.Horse shoes are very lucky alot of people hang them on their doors.

Address: Cockington Village Nr Torquay.

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	STATELY MANOR HOUSE. Tip Rating:

Updated By cazz38 on March 27, 2005

Outside the court.

by cazz38

Cockington Court is surrounded by beautiful gardens,you can visit the court its open for the public 7 days a week.Inside the court there are studios showing you how they make pottery,glass and needlework.

Address: Cockington Village Nr Torquay.

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By MarvintheMartian on December 28, 2003

Torre Abbey from the Sea Front

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History comes alive at Torbay's most historic building. Built in 1196 you can trace the 800 years of development from monastery, imposing home of wealthy families, to Mayor's official residence of modern day.

It is advised to set aside at least up to 3 hours (sounds alot to me!).
Attractions include:

Historic rooms, including the beautiful dining room and family chapel.

Art galleries containing a stunning collection of pictures, silver, glass and Torquay pottery.

The most complete medieval Abbey ruins in Devon and Cornwall, including the "Spanish Barn" of Armada fame.

The Agatha Christie memorial room.

Colourful gardens and palm house.

Address: Torre Abbey Historic House, Kings Drive, Torquay

Phone: 01803 293593

Directions: Near to the Sea Front area

Website: http://www.torbay.gov.uk/main.asp?page=675

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By MarvintheMartian on December 28, 2003

Torquay Marina and Bridge

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The Marina area starts at Torquay Pier (next to the Princess Theatre) and runs along the coast next to the Pavillion, along the Strand and upto the Living Coast aviary and sea life attraction.

Mooring your craft here will cost you quite a lot of money, however if you can afford it you will be in the company of other rich people!

The newly built foot bridge (completed 2003) joins the two sides of the inner harbour together making it much easier to navigate the Strand area of Torquay.

The center span opens to allow tall boats into the inner harbour.

Address: Torquay Marina

Website: http://www.theenglishriviera.co.uk/home/h_marinas.asp

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	Corbyn's Head Beach (once known as Chelston Beach) Tip Rating:

By MarvintheMartian on December 28, 2003

Corbyn's Sands

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This is a sand and shingle beach and again will get mostly covered when the tide comes in.

This is more of a family beach and there are beach huts along the beach wall - these huts can be hired along with deck chairs and sunbeds.

Facilities: Parking 1/4 mile from beach; dogs banned; swimming, safe with care; warning flags in operation; life saving equipment; toilets nearby; deck chair/sun bed hire; chalet hire
Disabled: easy access; toilets nearby

Website: http://www.theenglishriviera.co.uk/home/h_beaches_guide.asp

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	Cockington Village Centre Tip Rating:

By MarvintheMartian on December 28, 2003

Looking out from the old
School House

by MarvintheMartian

View of the centre of Cockington Village.

The low roofed building is the Forge and this is one of the most photographed buildings in the country. It dates from the 14th century. Some of the older pictures of Cockington Forge show my great grandfather who was one of the many Ironsmiths over the centuries. Unfortunately, no longer a working forge, it is now home to the famous miniature horseshoe.

Website: http://www.torquay.com/New_Torquay/local/cockington_village.htm

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By MarvintheMartian on December 28, 2003

Towards Cockington Court

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Walk up past the Forge and bare right and you will enter a beauiful meadow leading towards Cockington Court and Church.

The Domesday Survey of 1086 shows that at the time of the Conquest, Cockington was a thriving Saxon manor.

Today Cockington Court offers a cafe and local craft centre. Behind the manor house is a rose garden. Next to the manor house is a small church with a Norman tower.

In the summer there are a variety of events which take place, including Cricket matches on the meadow, a "last night of the proms" night and during August Cockington Fayre.

Address: Cockington Village

Directions: Cockington

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	THE GAME KEEPERS COTTAGE. Tip Rating:

Updated By cazz38 on March 27, 2005

Is it haunted?

by cazz38

As we were walking around the ground we came to the woods and here we found the Game keepers cottage,it was quite spooky really.It dates back to the 16th century.Its now used alot for schools.

Address: Cockington Village Nr Torquay.

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	DEVON'S HIDDEN TREASURE. Tip Rating:

Updated By cazz38 on March 27, 2005

Rose cottage.

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Cockington village stands in a hidden valley just a few minutes from Torquay seafront.Beautiful thatched cottages,lovely woodland walks and lakes.

Address: Cockington Village Nr Torquay.

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	YOU WILL LOVE THE PENGUINS. Tip Rating:

Updated By cazz38 on March 27, 2005

Looking towards the living
coast

by cazz38

The Living Coast opened in July 2003,part of Paignton zoo,its a lovely day out for getting back to nature lots of birds,seals and fish, the top attraction are the penguins