Torre Abbey Beach

Torquay, Torbay

This is a large sandy beach with a small rocky cove next to the headland. Rockpools are abundant and the beach is backed by a promenade and path.

Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

Toilets inc disbaled toilets
Cafes restaurants and pubs bearby
There is also a promenade and deckchair hire
On the other side of the seafront road is a large public green
Called Torre Abbey Meadows

Activities

Swimming and other water sports

Parking

Public car parks are a short walk away

Water Quality

Acceptable

Lifeguard

No

Cleaning and Litter

The beach is cleaned regularly. 1st May - 30th September.

Dogs

Dogs are banned from the beach during the summer season.

Awards and Recommendations

Quality Coast Award

Location

Nearest town: Torquay
County: Torbay
Latitude/Longitude: 50.4607, -3.53654
Postcode: TQ2 5DG
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

On the main road from Torquay. follow signposts to the harbour.

Public Transport

The main railway station is a short walk form the beach.

Nearest Railway Stations

Torquay (Less than half a mile away)
Torre (About a mile away)
Paignton (Approx. 2 miles away)
Newton Abbot (Approx. 6 miles away)
Teignmouth (Approx. 6 miles away)

Tourist Information

Torquay TIC. Vaughan Parade. Torquay. TQ2 5JG. 01803 297428 torquay.tic@torbay.gov.uk

See the Environment Agency report for this beach

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Torquay

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