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Torre Abbey Museum

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Torre Abbey Museum

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Museum of Art & History - Historic House - Garden - Cafe - Shop

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Est. in 1196, Torre Abbey is a museum of history and art housed in an Ancient Scheduled Monument on the beautiful South Devon coast.

Based in Torquay on the English Riviera, this family friendly Torbay Council owned museum and gardens is a centre for creativity and culture with a seasonal programme of exhibitions, events and activities across visual arts, history and live performance. Kids and teens up to 18 years go free, and the 1196 Club offers adult membership with unlimited visits from just £16 a year. Reasons aplenty to visit today.

Address: The King's Drive, Torquay TQ2 5JE, UK
Phone: 01803 293593
[email protected]
State: Torbay
City: Torquay
Zip Code: TQ2 5JE

opening times

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Reviews
Hidden gem in Torquay, I was looking up things to do near by our hotel premier inn on the seafront and this was basically right next door so decided to visit.nnBeautiful building with an interesting history and so many interesting art pieces and places to explore. Was pretty reasonably priced to get in, especially considering how much there was to explore.nnGiftshop was also lovely with some lovely handmade pieces and plants available to buy that they grew on site :
Hidden gem in Torquay — don’t miss it!nnAbsolutely loved our visit to Torre Abbey! The whole place has such a unique mix of history, art, and odd charm.nnThe poison garden was a total highlight — eerie, fascinating, and full of surprises. You don’t often see that in historic sites. We ended up spending way longer there than expected, reading all the signs and spotting deadly plants!nnThe art gallery upstairs was another treat — a great mix of historic and contemporary pieces, all beautifully displayed. It feels like a proper cultural space, not just an afterthought.nnFriendly staff, peaceful atmosphere, and lots of quiet corners to explore. Highly recommend if you’re in Torquay and want something that’s not just beaches and fish & chips.
Really lovely experience - the staff were friendly, the curation was interesting and innovative + had a genuine feeling of exploration as it’s all a bit windy and topsy tervy. Liked the element of having actors on the top floor history section + the moving dinner table characters. Felt really thoughtful - A couple things were out of order but appreciated the space all the same - would definitely go back. Did try to strategically avoid the school group as a bit raucous but don’t begrudge kids learning aha
Torre Abbey just a few minutes walk from Torquay train station offers a look into our past. 3 floors of exhibits giving a good look back in time. Some interactive exhibits, outside there are Gardens to walk around with cactus and plant greenhouses. Ideal visit if already in Torquay or bus ride from Paignton as parking rammed in holiday season. Adult £11.20, with cafe, shop and toilets.
Museum/exhibits were very well done. Plants and art gallery were a nice added touch to give something for almost anyone to enjoy. I especially enjoyed the talking plates at the ‘dinner party’.
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