Torbay

Torbay is a borough in Devon, spanning the towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham, located around an east-facing natural harbour on the English Channel. For the latest stories sign up to our newsletter here.

15:00, 14 APR 2024

Person fighting for life after falling onto train tracks in Torquay The incident took place at around 10.18am this morning (April 15)

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Critics slam 20-year Devon plan as hard-hit town 'ignored'

Fresh fears have been raised that Paignton is being overlooked as leaders thrash out a strategy for the future

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Live: Teenage girl from Torquay missing as police launch appeal

Hazel Moth, 17, is likely to be using trains or buses to travel

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Suspected XL Bully seized after fight in Torquay street

A man in his 20s was arrested in connection to the incident but has since been released with no further action being taken

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Shock and sadness as popular Torbay figure dies

“We considered him in high regard as did his councillor and officer colleagues. Our sincere condolences go to his family and numerous friends.”

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Nine major developments that could change Torbay forever

Torbay Some of them may be eyesores but these buildings are close to the hearts of people living in the Bay. DevonLive looks at the latest projects emerging for our most cherished sites

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Controversial Paignton road changes will finally be reverted back to original layout

A controversial trial to pedestrianise Torbay Road in Paignton will now see the road being returned back to two-way traffic like it originally was with works starting next week

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Torquay pubgoers vent about life in Devon's famous holiday town

We visited the Wetherspoons in Torquay to get the views of people who love the town best - the locals and holidaymakers putting the world to rights over a drink

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Award-winning Torquay hotel and spa on market for £4.25m

A multi-award-winning venue in Torquay is for sale and it's a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise on the English Riviera

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Devon pub loved by fishermen and holidaymakers could reopen

'Goldmine' historic bar is back on the market and ready to start serving again

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Devon mum's incredible David Bowie inspired café

Paignton café Bowie's is run by superfan and 'Omelette Queen' Jade Eaves

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Beloved Paignton Zoo rhino dies after long illness

Sita, a 33-year-old black rhinoceros, who was a hugely popular character at the zoo, has been put to sleep.

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Torquay Burly seagulls in Devon seaside town leave locals in shock "They rip rubbish open and they attack people. They're just vermin basically. The rats are probably kinder than the seagulls are."

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What's On

Torbay New £3.4million leisure club unveiled at Devon holiday park Experience the buzz at Devon Hills with the grand opening of The Hive Leisure Club & Café

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Devon's renowned seaside resorts on brink of exciting new era

As Torbay prepares to welcome millions of people to the English Riviera, Tudor Hotels is spending heavily breathing new life into the Redcliffe Hotel in Paignton

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Devon holiday park to unveil £3.4million leisure centre

Memberships will be available to members of the public, as well as Devon Hills residents and guests

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Famous Devon caves could become huge new tourist attraction

Kents Cavern in Torquay wants to become a landmark attraction to rival international heritage sites

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New hotels and forgotten landmarks shaping Torbay's future

Large, modern hotels are shaping how Torquay and Paignton will look for generations to come. Other derelict sites are still in planning limbo

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