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Torre Abbey

The King's Dr, Torquay TQ2 5JE, England
01803 201201
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Ranked #20 of 29 attractions in Torquay
Type: Historic Sites, Art Museums, Landmarks/ Points of Interest, History Museums, Architectural Buildings
Description: Explore the ruins of this 400-year-old abbey, which are filled with historical interest and in the care of English Heritage.
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

The abbey itself was still closed for renovations so we decided to have a look round the gardens. We were so glad we did as they are absolutely lovely and the 2 glasshouses are crammed with fabulous plants. The gardeners are very friendly and will go out of their way to answer any questions you may have and they also... More

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carterton oxfordshire
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

The abbey at the moment is being totally renovated., but the gardens are beautiful to walk through on way to the sea front.

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Norfolk
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

The Abbey was closed for major renovations. The gardens are well worth the visit - only a short walk from the harbour.

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London, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

After visiting a few years ago, I was looking forward to a repeat visit this month, but unfortunately it is closed for restoration - looks like a long job.

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Watford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

A lovely old building, still being renovated so we couldnt go inside. We walked around the grounds. Its very near to where my daughter lives so we see a difference each time we visit.

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Wellingborough, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Be aware that the Torre Abbey is CLOSED until September 2013 for refurbishment at this thme the grounds are very wet April 2013 and the sea road is closed one way due to the sea wall having been breached by the storms

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Derbyshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

We went to visit Tore Abbey but its in process of refurbishment so could only view the outside...will look great when finished...

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

Drove past it on the Land Train. It is currently undergoing renovation work. Magnificent building! Very impressive and grand.

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Dartmoor National Park, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Visited here as a group on deal, the deal was 18 holes for the price of 9 but when we arrived it said during the off season you could pay for 9 holes and go round as much as you liked, so in reality the group on saved us nothing. Anyway, the course was quite waterlogged, one of the clubs... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

In my opinion the photos present that place better and more attractive but it is not. It is a nice walk in the garden to spend time instead of drinking coffee!!!

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