All About Torbay - Heart of the English Riviera
The aim of this lens is to provide an insight into what the area of Torbay in England has to offer for residents and visitors alike. As is suggested by the name Torbay is a bay facing eastward, located at the western-most end of Lyme Bay in the South-West of England. The towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham make up the area known as Torbay, which is located in the English county of Devon (full name Devonshire).
Torbay is primarily known as a popular tourist resort - past and present - however, this is only one part of picture. Torbay and the surrounding area has also played an important role at decisive moments in English and following the creation of the Union, British history. On some occasions Torbay has also played a key role in events that served to shape the course of world history. This side of Torbay's history tends to be lesser known and over time we hope to share some of this fascinating information with you here.
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Torquay
Population: 65,000
Paignton
Population: 45,000
Brixham
Population: 20,000
Recommended Places to Stay in Torbay
If you are considering staying in Torbay, here are our recommendations.
[ Visitor Reviews | Website | Map (Switch to bird's eye view for best results) ]
This hotel was a deserved winner in the TripAdvisor 2006 Travelers' Choice awards in the Best Hidden Gem (Europe) category. It is situated only 200m from Meadfoot Beach (a regular Blue Flag winner) and set in secluded private grounds - a hint at its origins as a gracious Victorian private villa. It is only a short walk from Daddyhole Plain, a location that offers some of the best views of Torbay both day and night.
Do you own a hotel or B&B in Torbay? If you would like us to consider including your establishment here, please contact us using the link under our Squidoo Bio with your details.
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Kents Cavern
The most famous Stone Age home in Britain
Kents Cavern is an extensive cave located in Torquay. It is believed to have a history of uninterrupted occupation dating back 700,000 years.Quick Fact:
The temperature in the cave is a constant 14°C (58°F) every day of the year.
The geological formations that may be seen inside the cave are truly spectacular and the cave has boasted significant prehistoric finds, including flint hand axes dating from over 450,000 years ago.
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Britain's oldest human bone - a jawbone - was discovered in Kents Cavern. The bone is estimated to be 37-40,000 years old.
Many well-known people have visited Kents Cavern including: Agatha Christie, Charles Darwin, Beatrix Potter and King George V. Agatha Christie, who was born and lived in Torquay, went on to famously refer to Kents Cavern in her thriller "The Man in the Brown Suit".
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The cave is Britain's oldest Scheduled Ancient Monument - the highest level of statutory protection - reflecting the importance of this heritage asset.
The fossil remains uncovered in the cave include those of sabre-tooth cats, cave bears, wholly mammoth and wholly rhinoceros. Clearly visible on some of the larger bones are Hyena teeth marks.
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