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Cockington Gardens
Ollie #4 of 7 attractions in Torquay
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: Cockington Country Park surrounds the picture postcard Cockington Village which lies just off the seafront near Torquay. The Park features beautiful...... more » Owner description: Cockington Country Park surrounds the picture postcard Cockington Village which lies just off the seafront near Torquay. The Park features beautiful formal gardens, lakes and woodlands which can be enjoyed via a network of paths. It is looked after by a local charity Torbay Coast and Countryside Trust and members can park for free in the Trust's car park, details on the website. As well as the village itself visitors can also visit Cockington Court a newly renovated craft centre in the centre of the park or make a day of it by combining it with a visit to Occombe Farm. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Cockington Court
Ollie #5 of 7 attractions in Torquay
4.5 of 5 stars 104 reviews

A visit to Cockington Court can be a free day out. Sited about a mile from Torquays sea front and accessible by Car, Bus,Cycle and walking (note Coaches are not allowed in the... more »

Attraction type  Gardens; Shops; Parks; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Babbacombe
Ollie #6 of 7 attractions in Torquay
4.5 of 5 stars 60 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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Agatha Christie Mile
Ollie #10 of 7 attractions in Torquay
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Discover more about this popular and intriguing writer by following this one-mile trail that leads to places she knew and loved: along the busy harbor...... more » Owner description: Discover more about this popular and intriguing writer by following this one-mile trail that leads to places she knew and loved: along the busy harbor and stretching along the palm-lined seafront and promenades. « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Trails
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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Torre Abbey
Ollie #14 of 7 attractions in Torquay
3.5 of 5 stars 30 reviews
Explore the ruins of this 400-year-old abbey, which are filled with historical interest and in the care of English Heritage.
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Art Museums; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; History Museums; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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Torquay Railway Station
Ollie #17 of 7 attractions in Torquay
3.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
This site has special meaning for Agatha Christie readers who are avid fans of Hercule Poirot and Jane Marple.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Pavilion
Ollie #18 of 7 attractions in Torquay
3 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Owner description: This newly renovated pavilion is located along the seafront promenade, giving visitors easy access to the beaches and Fleet Walk shopping within...... more » Owner description: This newly renovated pavilion is located along the seafront promenade, giving visitors easy access to the beaches and Fleet Walk shopping within walking distance. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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