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Torbay Collection (#3)

Discover the captivating beauty of Torbay, a coastal gem nestled in Devon, England

Background imageTorbay Collection: 1931 Austin 16 / 6 on a road test, Torquay, Devon. Artist: Bill Brunell

1931 Austin 16 / 6 on a road test, Torquay, Devon. Artist: Bill Brunell
Austin 16/6 1931 2249 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. GP8679. Place: Torquay. Road test

Background imageTorbay Collection: Cars competing in the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell

Cars competing in the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937. Artist: Bill Brunell
Singer B37 1.5 litre Sports. 1937 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. CHP317. No: 56 Driver: Butler, W.C. Centre: Jensen 3622 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. EA8272. Right: MG PA 1934 847 cc. Reg. No. JB3854

Background imageTorbay Collection: JB Thompsons Ford V8 on the way to winning bronze in the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937

JB Thompsons Ford V8 on the way to winning bronze in the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
Ford V8 2226 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JG8943. Event Entry No: 112 Driver: Thompson, J.B. Award: Bronze. Place: M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 16/17.7.37

Background imageTorbay Collection: William Prince Of Orange King William III War Council

William Prince Of Orange King William III War Council
William, Prince of Orange (later King William III) holds war council after landing in Brixham in Torbay, Devon, England, November 5, 1688

Background imageTorbay Collection: Brixham Quay, Torbay, Devon, England. From Britain and Her Neighbours, 1485 - 1688, published 1923

Brixham Quay, Torbay, Devon, England. From Britain and Her Neighbours, 1485 - 1688, published 1923

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Sorlandet, Norwegian tall ship, in Tall Ships Race

The Sorlandet, Norwegian tall ship, in Tall Ships Race
The Sorlandet, a Norwegian tall ship, taking part in the Tall Ships Race at Torbay, Devon. Date: 1962

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay - Ansteys Cove, 1895

Torquay - Ansteys Cove, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay - The Beach, Babbicombe, 1895

Torquay - The Beach, Babbicombe, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay - General View from Waldron Hill, 1895

Torquay - General View from Waldron Hill, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay - The Natural Arch (London Bridge), 1895

Torquay - The Natural Arch (London Bridge), 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageTorbay Collection: Brixham - The Lower Town, Showing Fishing Fleet, 1895

Brixham - The Lower Town, Showing Fishing Fleet, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Background imageTorbay Collection: William III Landing at Brixham, 1903

William III Landing at Brixham, 1903. The painting is housed at Hampton Court Palace, Greater London. From Social England, Volume IV, edited by H.D. Traill, D.C.L. and J. S. Mann, M.A

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay - Reproductions of the Quaint Pottery from Watcombe, 1919

Torquay - Reproductions of the Quaint Pottery from Watcombe, 1919. Printed with Mander Brothers inks. From The British Printer Vol. XXXII. [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1919]

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Imperial Hotel, Torquay, 1937

The Imperial Hotel, Torquay, 1937. From The Sphere - Coronation Record Number. [The Sphere, London, 1937]

Background imageTorbay Collection: Aerial view of Torquay, 1939

Aerial view of Torquay, 1939. Torquay is a seaside town in Devon, England and is under the uauthority of Torbay. From the Senior Service Britain from the Air cigarette card series, 1939

Background imageTorbay Collection: A cottage with an ancient upping stock, Cockington, Devon, 1924-1926. Artist: HJ Smith

A cottage with an ancient upping stock, Cockington, Devon, 1924-1926. Artist: HJ Smith
A cottage with an ancient upping stock, Cockington, Devon, 1924-1926. An upping stock is to assist people in mounting and dismounting their horses

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Pavilion, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop

The Pavilion, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop
The Pavilion, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. As seen from Princess Gardens. Originally designed as a concert hall, the Pavilion first opened its doors in 1912

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop

Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop
Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. As seen from Vane Hill

Background imageTorbay Collection: Princess Gardens and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop

Princess Gardens and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop
Princess Gardens and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century

Background imageTorbay Collection: Terrace Walk and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop

Terrace Walk and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Artist: Ern Bishop
Terrace Walk and Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century

Background imageTorbay Collection: Hesketh Crescent, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century

Hesketh Crescent, Torquay, Devon, early 20th century. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Landing of William of Orange at Torbay, 1688, c1920

The Landing of William of Orange at Torbay, 1688, c1920. Illustration from Story of the British Nation, Volume II, by Walter Hutchinson, (London, c1920s)

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Atlantic fleet at Torquay, 1936

The Atlantic fleet at Torquay, 1936. Sights of Britain, second series of 48 cigarette cards, issued with Senior Service, Junior Member, and Illingworth cigarettes

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torquay, Devon, 19th century. Artist: J Bastin

Torquay, Devon, 19th century. Artist: J Bastin
Torquay, Devon, 19th century. Torquays name originates in it being the quay of the ancient village of Torre

Background imageTorbay Collection: Arrival of William of Orange in England, 5 November 1688, (1903)

Arrival of William of Orange in England, 5 November 1688, (1903)
Arrival of William of Orange in England, 15-16 November 1688, (1903). A protestant, William of Orange (1650-1702) was invited by a conspiracy of English notables to depose the Catholic James II

Background imageTorbay Collection: Landing of William Orange, 1688 (c1850s)

Landing of William Orange, 1688 (c1850s). William of Orange landed at Brixham, Devon on 5 November 1688 to claim the thrones of England, Scotland and Ireland and overthrow James II

Background imageTorbay Collection: King William III, (c1850)

King William III, (c1850). William of Orange (1650-1702), King of England and Ireland, landed with his army at Torbay, Devon, 5 November 1688

Background imageTorbay Collection: William of Orange landing with his army at Torbay, Devon, 5 November 1688

William of Orange landing with his army at Torbay, Devon, 5 November 1688. A protestant, William of Orange (1650-1702) was invited by a conspiracy of English notables to depose the Catholic James II

Background imageTorbay Collection: 1688 William Iii / Exeter

1688 William Iii / Exeter
William III landing at Torbay Date: 1688

Background imageTorbay Collection: Paignton

Paignton, photograph taken from the pier, of Sands beach, portable bathing lined up ready for the onslaught of travers. 1895

Background imageTorbay Collection: Mulitiview, Cockington, Torbay, England

Mulitiview, Cockington, Torbay, England
Mulitiview, Cockington, Torbay, near Torquay, Devon, England. Date: 1949

Background imageTorbay Collection: North Sands, Paignton, Devon

North Sands, Paignton, Devon
North Sands, Paignton, Torbay, near Torquay, Devon, England. Date: 1951

Background imageTorbay Collection: Inner Harbour & Town, Torquay, Devon

Inner Harbour & Town, Torquay, Devon
Inner Harbour & Town, Torquay, Torbay, near Paignton, Devon, England. Date: 1949

Background imageTorbay Collection: London Bridge, Torquay, Devon

London Bridge, Torquay, Devon
London Bridge, Torquay, Torbay, near Paignton, Devon, England. Date: 1910s

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Beach, Paignton, Devon

The Beach, Paignton, Devon
The Beach, Paignton, Torbay, near Torquay, Devon, England. Date: 1952

Background imageTorbay Collection: Princess Gardens & Pavilion, Torquay, Devon

Princess Gardens & Pavilion, Torquay, Devon
Princess Gardens & Pavilion, Torquay, Torbay, near Paignton, Devon, England. Date: 1952

Background imageTorbay Collection: Cary Parade, Torquay, Devon

Cary Parade, Torquay, Devon Date: circa 1900s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Edwardian Ladies on the Beach, Paignton, Devon

Edwardian Ladies on the Beach, Paignton, Devon
Edwardian Ladies on the Beach, Paignton, Torbay, near Brixham, Devon, England. Showing Bathing Machines Date: 1910s

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Village, Cockington, Devon

The Village, Cockington, Devon
The Village, Cockington, Torbay, near Chelston, Devon, England. Showing Thatched Cottages Date: 1900s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Union Street, Torquay, Devon

Union Street, Torquay, Devon
Union Street, Torquay, near Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1900s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Rover 12 Tourer Vintage Car, Newton Abbott, Devon

Rover 12 Tourer Vintage Car, Newton Abbott, Devon
Rover 12 Tourer Vintage Car, Newton Abbott, near Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1900s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torbay Road & Waldon Hill, Torquay, Devon

Torbay Road & Waldon Hill, Torquay, Devon, England. Showing Tram Date: 1916

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torbay Express diesel train

Torbay Express diesel train
The Torbay Express diesel train, which ran from London Paddington to the West Country, drawn by locomotive 332. Seen here near Paignton, Devon

Background imageTorbay Collection: Torbay Express steam train

Torbay Express steam train
The Torbay Express steam train, which ran from London Paddington to the West Country, drawn by locomotive 4970, Sketty Hall. Date: circa 1960s

Background imageTorbay Collection: View from Corbyns Head, Torquay, Devon

View from Corbyns Head, Torquay, Devon
View from Corbyns Head, Torquay, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1920s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Harbour & Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon

Harbour & Vane Hill, Torquay, Devon
Harbour & Vane Hill, Torquay, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1950s

Background imageTorbay Collection: The Rock Walk showing the Pier, Torquay, Devon

The Rock Walk showing the Pier, Torquay, Devon
The Rock Walk showing the Pier, Torquay, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1910s

Background imageTorbay Collection: Rock Walk, Torquay, Devon

Rock Walk, Torquay, Devon
Rock Walk, Torquay, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1900s




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Discover the captivating beauty of Torbay, a coastal gem nestled in Devon, England. History comes alive as you envision Napoleon's departure on the Northumberland for his fateful journey to St Helena in 1815. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Brixham harbour, where fishing boats rest after fruitful expeditions, making it the busiest fishing port along the south coast. Indulge your senses with breathtaking views of Torquay town and marina, where modernity meets tradition against a backdrop of azure waters. Experience nature's raw power as moody seascape engulfs Thatcher Rock near Torbay's rocky shores during winter days in February 2022. As dusk settles over Paignton Pier, witness its timeless charm that harkens back to classic seaside nostalgia. Transport yourself to 1825 Brixham through William Daniell's artistic depiction and admire how time has shaped this picturesque corner of Torbay. Corbyns Head stands proudly amidst Torquay's landscape, offering panoramic vistas that will leave you awestruck. Take a leisurely stroll along The Promenade and feel the gentle sea breeze caress your face while embracing tranquility at Princess Gardens & Vane Hill in Torquay. Gaze upon Torbay from Paignton Gardens and let its natural splendor captivate your soul. Embark on an enchanting journey through Rock Walks in Devon and marvel at the stunning view it unveils: a majestic panorama showcasing alluring Torquay. Finally, explore bustling streets adorned with charming shops and cafes at Torquay town centre – a hub brimming with life and endless possibilities. In every corner of this remarkable destination lies an invitation to create memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome to Torbay – where history intertwines with natural wonders, creating an unforgettable experience for all who venture here.