Local Attractions

20 Places to visit from the Norwood

Torre Abbey & the Spanish Barn

Medieval monastery, family home, historic gardens - enjoy the history, architecture, art & peace. 2 minutes walk away!

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Cockington Village

Cockington Village, Country Park & Cockington Court: Thatched cottages, manor house, country park & craft centre. 5 mins by car, 30 minutes walk.

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Kent's Cavern

Prehistoric caves - 400 million years in one day. 30 minutes walk.

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Living Coasts

Torquay's coastal zoo. 20 minutes walk.

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Princess Theatre

The very best of West End Musical Theatre, Drama, Music & Comedy. 15 minutes walk.

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Greenway

Agatha Christie's holiday home and homage to her life. 20 minute drive - excursions available.

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Berry Head

Fabulous views, site of special scientific interest and a visitor centre with a cafe! 20 minutes walk from Brixham Harbour.

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Torquay Museum

Travel back through time - Ancient Egypt exhibition currently in situ. 25 minutes walk. 10 minute bus ride.

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South West Coastal Path

Torquay is located on the beautiful coastal path - walk to your heart's content.

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Babbacombe Model Village

Beautiful models, gardens & indoor attractions. 45 minute walk, 15 minute bus ride.

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Coleton Fishacre

Travel back to the 1920s jazz age at the home of the D'Oyly Carte family. Impressive house and gardens. 30 minute drive.

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Castle Drogo

Last castle built in England, a remarkable fortress high above the Teign Gorge on Dartmoor. 40 minute drive.

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Castle Drogo

Last castle built in England, a remarkable fortress high above the Teign Gorge on Dartmoor. 40 minute drive.

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Paignton-Dartmouth Steam Railway

The best way to travel to the naval town of Dartmouth. Train from Torquay Station - 7 minutes walk.

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The Golden Hind

Full sized replica of Sir Francis Drake's famous ship in all its detail. 20 minute drive. No 12 Bus.

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Buckfast Abbey

Experience the tranquility of a working monastery - beautiful abbey, gardens & shops. 45 minute drive.

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Splashdown Waterpark

Prepare to get wet! 20 minute drive.

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South Devon Railway & Totnes

Steam trains, riverside walks, museum & Totnes town. 30 minute drive

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Exeter

Beautiful cathedral, caves, shops and big city sights. While away a sunny afternoon at the Quay-side. 50 minute drive/train ride.

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Dartmoor

Wild & wonderful national park with week's of walking. 30 minute drive.

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