Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in Torquay

"Buckfastleigh An all-weather family attraction next to the South Devon Railway in Buckfast, with underwater viewing area for otters and live exotic butterflies …"

"Built in 1196, this impressive abbey is a setting for arts and cultural events, but it's the wonderful gardens that are of most interest – particularly to Agatha Christie fans. The Potent Plant plot features..."

"One of the most amazing things about this fine abbey is that it was built almost entirely by amateur builders. The Benedictine....."

"Nestled in a wooded valley, Gidleigh Park boasts 107 acres of mature grounds, within the wilds of Dartmoor. With an award winning restaurant, this estate is just 6 minutes’ drive from Chagford. This quintessential country house hotel has free WiFi throughout and offers individually styled accommodation with views over the grounds."

"For an evocative glimpse of jazz-age glamour, drop by the former home of the D'Oyly Carte family of theatre impresarios. Built in the 1920s, its faultless art deco embellishments include original Lalique tulip uplighters, comic bathroom tiles and a stunning saloon – complete with tinkling piano. The croquet terrace leads to deeply shelved subtropical gardens and suddenly revealed vistas of the sea. Hike the 4 miles along the cliffs from Kingswear, or drive."

"This recently overhauled waterfront aquarium provides an excellent introduction to the cold offshore world in the South Atlantic Ocean. Most impressive is the tunnel through the largest aquarium, which allows close-up views of graceful rays, toothy sharks (you can literally count the teeth!) and other little marine beasties."

"The National Marine Aquarium is a marine aquarium located in the city of Plymouth, England, in Sutton Harbour, next to the Barbican and fishmarket. It was opened in May 1998, with charitable aims of research, education and conservation. It is the largest aquarium in the United Kingdom."

"The UK's biggest – and perhaps best – aquarium is lodged beside the Barbican harbour. There's a huge amount to see, but the highlight is the impressive Atlantic Ocean tank, the deepest in the UK, with over 2..."

"Located in the impressive surroundings of Royal William Yard, Bistrot Pierre is a unique place in which food and drink can be enjoyed in true French style. Serving breakfast every morning, options include home-made fluffy pancakes, with toppings including maple syrup or fresh berries and mascarpone. If it is a special occasion you can always pair yours with a breakfast cocktail too."

"Bistrot Pierre have something for all; whether you’re calling in for a midweek treat, a laid-back lunch or a three-course feast, your food will be beautifully presented, freshly prepared, of the highest standard and, of course, exceptional value. Open seven days a week serving lunch and dinner, their menus cater for all tastes and include plenty of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dishes. There are also number of dishes which can be made suitable for a gluten-free diet."

"Overlooking the bay, located in the new award winning Abbey Sands complex, our new bistrot can seat almost 200 people, across two floors with an outdoor terrace. We embrace French culture and love of food and celebrate all that is great about French cuisine. All of our dishes are freshly prepared by our chefs, using a mix of artisan provincial ingredients and carefully selected locally sourced ingredients, in the style of typical continental bistrots."

"Built in 1866 The Imperial Torquay is a Mediterranean style resort perched on a cliff top overlooking Torbay. The The Imperial Torquay has breathtaking views of the English Riviera. From the luxury of the hotel you can watch the yachts sail by and the sun set on this stunning stretch of coastline."

" Torquay’s harbour and marina provide the backdrop, and wonderful views add to the pleasure of dining at the evenings-only Regatta Restaurant, wh ..." Read our full review"

"St Pancras' immense 40m tower has seen it dubbed the Cathedral of the Moor. Inside, search out the boards telling the fire-and-brimstone tale of the violent storm of 1638 – it knocked a pinnacle from the roof,..."

"Perhaps Blessed Virgin Mary, Rattery is your closest church and you want to marry here, we'd love to hear from you to chat about your plans for your wedding day and ceremony. To find out more about connections that qualify you to marry in a specific church,simply send us an enquiry and we'll be able to help.Couples choose to marry in a church for all sorts of reasons. Find out more about how you can too."