Living Coasts, Torquay's Coastal Zoo, is a unique, world class aquatic visitor attraction, focusing on the conservation of coastal and marine life around the globe. It has been developed by Paignton Zoo, with financial support from the South West Regional Development Agency and the European Regional Development fund.
A unique coastal zoo in the heart of the English Riviera
INFORMATION See auks, waders, penguins, seaducks, and seals above and below the waves Catch the keeper talks and feeding times for the inside story on animals Fantastic waterside cafe with stunning views accross Torbay Living Coasts offers a different kind of visit that takes you on a journey around the coastlines of the world without leaving Torquay! See a range of fascinating coastal creatures from loud and loveable penguins to the fun and fabulous fur seals. And don't forget the colourful puffins and sea ducks - they're all at home in this unique environment. While birds fly freely overhead, you can walk in the open air past sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and even a peaceful estuary for our wading birds. Then descend into our underwater viewing areas where you can see the seals and diving birds at their best.
AWARDS Visitor Attraction Quality Assurance Service 2005 Devon Association of Tourist Attractions 2005 The English Riviera Quality Awards, Runner up in The Best Tourist Attraction Category 2004
STANDARD PRICE Adult £6.75
Child £4.70
Concession £5.25
Family £20.50
OTHER PRICING INFORMATION In support of Living Coast's conservation work and to raise funds for our new Sea Cave Exhibit your ticket includes a 10% voluntary donation. Thank you for your help.
OPENINGS DATE AND TIMES Open every day to end of September 2006 10:00-18:00 1/10/06 - 28/10/06 10:00-17:30 29/10/06 - 17/02/07 10:00 - 16:30
Station Hotel (30 Rooms) 54 Princes Street, , Thurso KW14 7DH Rating: Distance: 0.10 KM
For those who like to eat in, Scottish fish, beef, lamb and game is of outstanding quality and our aim is to present it cooked and served in the tradi....
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Trelawney Hotel (12 Rooms) Belgrave Road, Belgravia, Torquay TQ2 5HS Rating: Distance: 0.23 KM
There is a welcoming warm atmosphere that starts as soon as you walk in the door, and proprietors Graham and Mary are there to make sure your stay is ....
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Hotel Hudson (10 Rooms) 545 Babbacombe Rd, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.23 KM
Situated just 250 metres from Torquay Harbour with its bustling array of shops, restaurants and bars Hotel Hudson provides 10 spacious, well appointed....
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Mansion House (24 Rooms) Bishops Court Hotel, , Torquay TQ1 1QS Rating: Distance: 0.34 KM
Enjoy a truly relaxing holiday when you come to The Mansion House, Bishops Court Resort. This beautiful period building and period mews apartments are....
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All 110 en-suite rooms are equipped with modern facilities including Satellite TV & Mini Bars. There are a number of interconnecting and famil....
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Yardley Manor (15 Rooms) Museum Rd, , Torquay TQ1 1DW Distance: 0.45 KM
Although only 5 minutes walk from Torquay Harbour and the city center, we are situated in a quiet residential position away from all traffic noise and....
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Buckerell Lodge Hotel (53 Rooms) Topsham Road, , Exeter EX2 4SQ Rating: Distance: 0.50 KM
The Buckerell Lodge Hotel is a perfect base for discovering that Devon is really a county for all seasons, a county of contrasts, of coast and country....
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Peter & Jenny Canning and their staff look forward to welcoming you to this beatiful, yet little known, part of Wales. We have three bars and ....
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Paramount Imperial Hotel (152 Rooms) Park Hill Road, , Torquay TQ1 2DG Rating: Distance: 0.52 KM
It´s the only five star hotel in the area with breathtaking views of the English Riviera. From the hotel, you can watch the yachts sail by a....
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Haytor Hotel (15 Rooms) Meadfoot Rd, , Torquay TQ1 2JP Distance: 0.56 KM
Extensively refurbished for 2005, the Haytor Hotel is an elegant Victorian country house style hotel set in its own well-maintained gardens near Torqu....
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Royal Hotel (102 Rooms) Traill Street, , Thurso KW14 8EH Rating: Distance: 0.58 KM
Situated in the town centre all amenities including an interesting selection of shops are within easy walking distance. A perfect base for business, w....
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The Royal Clarence Hotel enjoys a peaceful location in the heart of Exeter opposite its magnificent Cathedral. Following recent refurbishment, the hot....
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Log Cabin Hotel (13 Rooms) Kirkmichael, Kirkmichael, Blairgowrie PH10 7NA Distance: 0.60 KM
This solid log hotel is set in woodland with a panoramic view of the glen of Strathardle. Native wildlife can often be seen from and around the hotel ....
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Palms Hotel (11 Rooms) 537 Babbacombe Road, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.62 KM
The Palms hotel Torquay is approximately 300 yards from the harbour, beach, shops and entertainment. The Palms hotel Torquay has an Internet Cafe so t....
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The Ravenswood Hotel (10 Rooms) 535 Babbacombe Road, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.62 KM
Ravenswood is a B&B hotel, which prides itself on its traditional English breakfast, served in the dining room, with views over Torwood Garden....
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Hotel Barton (9 Rooms) 543 Babbacombe Road, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.62 KM
Hotel Barton is conveniently situated only 2-3 minute walk from the harbour and all its facilities. The town centre just past the harbour has many bar....
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Albaston House Hotel (13 Rooms) 27 St Marychurch Rd, , Torquay TQ1 3JF Distance: 0.63 KM
This small de-luxe Michelin guide recommended hotel is very centrally located, and is mainly used by the commercial trade. The hotel specialises in fo....
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Torwood Gardens Hotel (12 Rooms) 531 Babbacombe Rd, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.69 KM
A warm welcome from Barrie & Linda to the Torwood Gardens B&B Hotel, our home of the last 18 years, overlooking the gardens for which ....
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TUSKER LODGE HOTEL (12 Rooms) 533 Babbacombe Road, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.75 KM
The hotel is in a superb position, with a pretty sun-terrace, overlooking Torwood Gardens, and is only 400 metres from the harbour, the strand, shops ....
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Hotel Peppers (10 Rooms) 551 Babbacombe Road, , Torquay TQ1 1HQ Distance: 0.75 KM
Hotel Peppers is the first hotel as you leave the harbour into Babbacombe Road. Just 200 mts from the waters edge. The hotel was built at the turn of ....
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This country house hotel is situated on the edge of the Lake District near to Whitehaven. From the moment you arrive into this glorious Grade 2 listed....
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Macdonald Houstoun House (71 Rooms) Uphall, West Lothian, Near Edinburgh EH52 6JS Rating: Distance: 0.81 KM
Set within eye-catching private gardens and grounds, it is hard to believe that Edinburgh and Glasgow are within easy reach of Houstoun House Hotel. C....
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Perla de Andalucia (56 Rooms) Playa Carchuna, , Carchuna 18730 Rating: Distance: 0.83 KM
The shore of Granada is filled with towns of touristic significance such as Motril (about 10 kilometers away) and AlmuƱecar (about 30 km away). The h....
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The Somerville Hotel (10 Rooms) 515 Babbacombe Rd, , Torquay TQ1 1HJ Rating: Distance: 0.87 KM
The Somerville was originally a Victorian villa and occupies a prominent site on the road down to the harbour. Most of the rooms have undergone substa....
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Situated in the heart of historic Exeter, easily reached from the M5 and close to Central Station and to beautiful gardens and old City Wall, the This....
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Belgrave Hotel (70 Rooms) Belgrave Road, , Torquay TQ2 5HE Rating: Distance: 1.01 KM
Our reception lobby with double entrance provides comfortable seating and two lifts. Our character restaurant caters for 120 guests, offering an exten....
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Hotel Richmond (52 Rooms) 27 Croft Road, , Torquay TQ2 5UD Distance: 1.06 KM
The hotel overlooks the main seafront in Torquay, with stunning views across the bay to Paignton and Brixham. Whatever the purpose of your visit to To....
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Park Hotel (21 Rooms) Oldfield, , Thurso KW14 8RE Rating: Distance: 1.09 KM
The Park Hotel is an ideal base for touring the beautiful north coast of Scotland or sailing to The Orkney Isles. Explore, enjoy and take in the drama....
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Meadfoot Bay Hotel (20 Rooms) Meadfoot Sea Road, , Torquay TQ1 2LQ Distance: 1.25 KM
Run and managed by resident owners Alan, June and Tracey Tyerman, the Meadfoot Bay Hotel offers a truly home from home atmosphere, where a warm smile ....
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The Newburgh Hotel (6 Rooms) 14 Scarborough Road, , Torquay TQ2 5UJ Rating: Distance: 1.26 KM
Now under new management, and having recently undergone a refurbishment, completed in January 2005, the Visit Britain Quality Rating was applied for, ....
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The Marstan Hotel (10 Rooms) Meadfoot Sea Rd, , Torquay TQ1 2LQ Rating: Distance: 1.28 KM
The Villa, built in 1850, is set in a secluded, flower-filled garden which houses a tropically heated swimming pool and open air luxury spa for the be....
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The River Exe runs through the Estate offering you the chance to fish or just sit and listen as the river makes its way back to the sea. This is an op....
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This charming hotel has comfortable rooms that are well-furnished. Some of the spacious rooms have been refurbished to a high standard. The open-plan ....
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Hotel Rural Puerto Magina (18 Rooms) Ctra. Torres - Albanchez km. 3, Torres, Jaen 23540 Rating: Distance: 1.53 KM
The hotel Puerto Mágina is located in a privileged place, only 3km from the village of Torres. Surrounded by the highest peaks in the pr....
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Hotel Posada Aire de Ruesga (10 Rooms) Barrio Mentera S/N, Ruesga, Santander. Ruesga 39813 Rating: Distance: 1.53 KM
Posada Aire de Ruesga (Ruesga Air) is situated in an amazing place in Cantabria, among mountains and near the sea. Posada Aire de Ruesga is a Hotel lo....
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Kethla House hotel (7 Rooms) 33 Belgrave Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5HX Rating: Distance: 1.54 KM
Kethla House Torquay is a Victorian terraced house dating back to 1850 offers the perfect base for annual holidays and short breaks alike.In a great l....
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Beechmoor Hotel (12 Rooms) 10-12 Vansittart Road, , Torquay TQ2 5BW Distance: 1.66 KM
The Beechmoor is a detached hotel standing in a quiet residential area within 10 minutes walk of the town shopping centre and sea front. We take pride....
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Glendower Hotel (15 Rooms) Falkland Road, , Torquay TQ2 5JP Rating: Distance: 1.69 KM
The Hotel stands in its own grounds and comprises three floors. The upper two floors are entirely accommodation and the lower floor has the dining roo....
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The ideal base for touring, Acorn Lodge is a non-smoking, warm and friendly family-run guest house, a short distance from Torquay railway station and ....
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Crimdon Dene Hotel (10 Rooms) Falkland Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5JP Rating: Distance: 1.82 KM
We are the longest established Non-Smoking hotel in Falkland Road and one of the best situated 3 diamond hotels, offering facilities and quality which....
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The Buckingham Lodge (8 Rooms) Falkland Road, , Torquay TQ2 5JP Rating: Distance: 1.82 KM
NO ONE NIGHT STAYS. Holidays & short breaks in a comfortable, friendly & relaxing environment. Visit Britain has awarded The Buckingha....
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Melba House Hotel (6 Rooms) 62 Bampfylde Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5AY Distance: 1.84 KM
Overlooking parkland, the harbour and town are just a short stroll away. We are non smoking throughout, and guests can leave their car in our own priv....
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The Grand Hotel (128 Rooms) Sea Front, , Torquay TQ2 6NT Rating: Distance: 1.87 KM
The hotel has 128 bedrooms, 7 of which are Premier suites. The majority of rooms embrace the wonderful sea view and Torbay coastline. All are decorate....
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The Hotel has undergone a transformation over the past few months and has a complete new look for 2006. In March 2006 the Hotel was one of the first i....
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Crowndale Hotel (7 Rooms) 18 Bridge Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5BA Rating: Distance: 1.88 KM
A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at the Crowndale Hotel, situated on a quiet tree-lined road, only a short walk from the sea-front with its safe....
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Ansteys Lea was originally a victorian gentleman´s residence and became a small hotel in 1946, and is today a 24 bedroom hotel of great warm....
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The Southbourne Villa (9 Rooms) 9 Cleveland Road, , Torquay TQ2 5BD Distance: 1.93 KM
´AWARD WINNING´. The Southbourne Villa has been awarded an AA Four Red Diamond Award for 2005 / 2006, which is awarded only to the....
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Daylesford Hotel (8 Rooms) 60, Bampfylde Road, , Torquay TQ5 5AY Rating: Distance: 1.93 KM
The elegant surroundings include a quiet lounge with reference books and magazines where guests can relax. The dining room continues the sphere of ele....
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Sandpiper Hotel The (10 Rooms) Rowdens Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5AZ Rating: Distance: 1.93 KM
Our hotel has 10 beautiful bedrooms most of which are fully en-suite, including 6 double rooms, 1 single room, 1 family suite and 2 family rooms. They....
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The Mount Edgcombe (10 Rooms) 23 Avenue Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5LB Rating: Distance: 1.99 KM
The Mount Edgcombe Hotel is a 19th century detached victorian villa, which is convieniently located just a short level walk to the waters edge, town c....
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Bahamas Hotel (11 Rooms) 17 Avenue Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5LB Rating: Distance: 1.99 KM
The Bahamas Hotel is ideally situated just a short level walk from Torquays main beach and promenade. A further ten minute walk along the promenade wi....
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Please Note, This Guest House Is Situated In Mid Wales! Guests arriving at Liverpool House are assured of a warm welcome by the proprietor Mrs. Ann Gr....
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Bentley Lodge (4 Rooms) Tor Park Rd, , Torquay TQ2 5BQ Rating: Distance: 2.06 KM
A warm and friendly welcome awaits you at Bentley Lodge, where excellent quality and service is assured. You can relax in comfortable surroundings and....
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Bancourt Hotel (52 Rooms) Avenue Road, , Torquay TQ2 5LG Rating: Distance: 2.09 KM
The Bancourt Hotel has an indoor heated swimming pool, excellent food, live entertainment, well equipped function room and bar, dance floor, lift and ....
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Hotel Plaza Nueva (50 Rooms) Plaza Nueva, 2 /, , Granada 18010 Rating: Distance: 2.11 KM
Located in the very heart of Granada, this is one of the most charming hotels in the city. With its 25 rooms, it offers a friendly atmosphere and a ve....
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Hotel Macia Plaza (44 Rooms) Plaza Nueva, 5, , Granada 18010 Rating: Distance: 2.11 KM
Its exquisite decoration and its family atmosphere, as well as reaching a ´Q´ for Quality in Tourism, awarded by the ICTE (Spanish....
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Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel (183 Rooms) Bodelwyddan, , Denbighshire LL18 5YA Rating: Distance: 2.23 KM
Luxury 2, 3 or 4 night short breaks Just for Adults inclusive of dinner, bed & breakfast and nightly entertainment are available at this hotel....
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A modern hotel located off the M8 jnct3, which lies just outside Edinburgh and only 35 minutes drive from Glasgow. This impressive, stylish hotel make....
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Corbyn Head Hotel (45 Rooms) Sea Front, , Torquay TQ2 6RH Rating: Distance: 2.31 KM
From its magnificent waterfront setting, this AA 77% Quality rated hotel and restaurant with 3 AA Rosettes, enjoys uninterrupted sea views across Torb....
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This non-smoking hotel is situated in a slightly elevated position, with views of sub-tropical gardens. Most of the rooms enjoy sea views over the gli....
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