Explore the tragic incidents at Torquay’s Marine Spa that ultimately led to its closure for ever. Torquay Marine Spa Tragedy Incidents Led to Its Permanent Closure Living Coasts sits on Beacon Quay now. Its future is uncertain right now. Old photos show the site’s past. It was the Torquay Marine Spa then. This was in…
Operations Town Centres and Brighter Bay improved safety and public areas. More funding will expand these initiatives in 2025. Improving Towns: Crime Reduction and Enhanced Public Spaces Initiative February is budget time. They plan for the next year. They also check last year’s plans. Two operations started last year aimed to improve the Bay and…
A sniffer dog helped police seize Class A and B drugs at Torquay train station, disrupting county lines operations. Drugs Sniffed Out At Torquay Train Station After Dog Alert A sniffer dog named Polly patrolled Torquay’s train station. She looked for people transporting drugs. Polly worked with British Transport Police, who wanted to stop drugs…
Torbay must build almost 1,000 yearly due to government targets. Councillors are concerned about the impact. Torbay Faces Pressure to Build Thousands of New Homes Annually Torbay must build almost 1,000 homes yearly. This comes from government housing goals. Angela Rayner wants 1.5 million homes built for the whole country in five years. Torbay councillors…
Lionel Digby receives Lifetime Achievement Award. He shares his inspiring life, business, and charity advice. Torbay Legend Shares Wisdom After Lifetime Achievement Award Lionel Digby won a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Business Awards. Lionel was very surprised by this award and encourages others to never give up. The Digby family started a hotel…
The Torbay Royal Naval Association celebrates 80 years of service. Anniversary marked by tree planting and community events. Torbay Royal Naval Association Celebrates Milestone 80th Anniversary The Royal Naval Association’s Torbay branch turns 80. They started as part of the Naval Old Boys Association on September 26, 1945 and later became the Torbay Branch of…
New fund of £200,000 will target Torbay areas with significant needs, building on project “Making Melville Marvellous” success. Torbay Budget Boosts Deprived Communities With New Grant Fund Torbay areas with issues will get money. The council plans to spend £200,000 on improvements. This money targets areas with high needs. Torquay and Paignton town centers need…
Hoopers, a Torquay fixture since 1978, began as a small menswear shop emphasizing quality and stylish fashion brands. Torquay’s Hoopers Store: Over 40 Years Serving Quality Seekers Hoopers has been in Torquay for over 40 years. The store is located on the Strand. Graham Wheatley shared local history research. He posted this information in a…
Enjoy free activities like circus skills, street games, and more in Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham this half term! Free Family Fun Brightens Half Term in Torbay Town Centers Hey, Torbay has some fun stuff planned during half-term. It’s called Colour My Street and it’s coming to town centers. They want to add color to Torquay,…
Kris Richards starts a Torquay dog social group for small dog owners, meeting weekly at the Babbacombe Inn since June 2023. Torbay Woman Launches New Social Group Just for Small Dog Owners There’s a new group for small dog fans. Kris Richards created it in Torquay. They meet every Wednesday from 10:30 AM to 12:30…