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
SandFacilities
Toilets inc disbaled toiletsCafes 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 sportsParking
Public car parks are a short walk awayWater Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
NoCleaning 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 AwardLocation
Nearest town: TorquayCounty: 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.ukSee the Environment Agency report for this beach