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Torquay

With its mild microclimate, palm trees and Italianate architecture, Torquay has often been referred to as the "English Riviera" - with more of a Mediterranean atmosphere than almost anywhere in Britain. For centuries the town was based on fishing and agriculture; this began to change in the early 19th century, when Torquay was frequented by sailors from the Royal Navy, anchored in the bay for the Napoleonic Wars. At about this time the town also became known for its popular climate, which was reported to improve health.

Agatha Christie
When the railway arrived in Torquay in the mid-19th century the town hosted many more holidaymakers, including some of Victorian society's richest people, who built the villas along the promenade. Torquay was also the home of Agatha Christie, the best-selling novelist of all time. She lived most of her life in the town, and today there is an 'Agatha Christie Mile', which takes in the sights related to her life and work. Today this pretty town is just as popular as ever, with no fewer than 20 beaches and a surprising 22 miles of coast.

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The Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway
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4.1 stars(72 reviews)
2024MayJunOct
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsPaignton
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South Devon, Dartmouth, and The English Riviera
31 Oct 2023
Margaret Watson
4 stars
“GREAT HOLIDAY HOTEL AND GUIDE EXCELLANT BUT A MAP TO ENABLE US TO FIND HOTEL WOULD HAVE BEEN HELPFUL AND SEATS ON INWARD JOURNEY WAS BADLY CHOSEN WE WERE 6 HOURS ON TRAIN AND NO WINDOW . HOMEWARD BOUND WAS DREADFUL BUT NOTHING ANYONE COULD DO ABOUT FLOODS AND TRAINS STOPPED. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS HOLIDAY.
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