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Torquay
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Gay friendly hotels and guesthouses
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 Torquay
at the heart of the English Riviera as it likes
to promote itself is a charming seaside town in
South Devon. There are plenty of shops and restaurants
plus an attractive harbour. The town with its
mild climate has long been a popular UK holiday
destination.
Torquay
is also home to the few gay bars/ clubs in the
area.
On a recent visit we popped into the Meadfoot
Inn, popular with a slightly older crowd.
There
are two small clubs, Ibiza (underneath the Ibiza
hotel on the harbour front and Rockies (formally
the Double Two club). Entrance to Ibiza was free,
however there is a £2 membership fee for
Rockies plus a £5 admission fee which we
considered steep for a club this size. Some of
the hotels have in-house saunas which are open
at the weekend.
Apart
from the local amenities Torquay is a good base
for exploring the rest of the South Hams area
including Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Salcombe
and some of the most beautiful coastlines in the
country.
If
you're in the area for a week and have access
to a car then get out and explore the area. Brixham
is a charming little fishing town. Paignton has
a large although admittedly red sandy beach popular
with wind surfers. Further down the coast is the
charming town of Dartmouth with its famous Naval
College. Dartmouth along with Salcombe are both
situated on beautiful estuaries and are therefore
popular with the sailing fraternity.
There are also some beautiful beaches (Mill Bay
and Sunny Cove) on the opposite side of the estuary
from Salcombe. These can be reached by taking
the small ferry from Salcombe or by car by heading
for East
Portalmouth via Kingsbridge. However beware, many
roads in this part of the country resemble elephant
tracks so be prepared to pull into the edge of
the road if you encounter a card coming in the
opposite direction.
As we did, you might consider hiring a country
cottage of which there are plenty. The local tourist
information centres can probably supply you with
a list of available accommodation. This makes
sense if there are a large group of you traveling
together and can work out more slightly more cost
effective than staying in a hotel. If you wish
to stay in specifically gay friendly accommodation
then Torquay is once again the place to stay with
some very well established and popular gay friendly
hotels and guesthouses.
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you contact any of these hotels/guesthouses please
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dialing from outside the UK add 00 44 and drop the
0 from the area code. Hotels listed alphabetically.
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Barn
Court, Dreyton Cross, Nr Dartmouth
Devon, TQ9 7DG |
Tel:
01803 712170
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Description:
A beautifully converted stone barn in a stunning 2 acre
setting overlooking Dartmouth Golf Course and surrounding
open countryside. We are situated just a short distance
from the town of Dartmouth and the lovely beaches of
Blackpool and Slapton sands. The barn offers total peace
and tranquillity in a most wonderful and relaxing environment.
Is very tastefully decorated and furnished retaining
many original features – the open plan living space
has exposed wooden beams and a wood burning stove for
those cosy winter nights! The floor to ceiling windows
offer lots of light and wonderful countryside views….
The spacious bedrooms are all en-suite with big showers!
The double bedrooms have king size beds – and superb
mattresses! The barn has state of the art underfloor
heating throughout….
Website:
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100
Windsor Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1SU |
Tel:
01803 392787
Fax: 01803 329787
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Description:
The Abberley Hotel is a small, quality hotel set in a
quite area, only 5 mins from the famous Babbacombe downs.
Central located within walking distance from town center
and gay clubs and bars. Come as a guest and leave as a
friend at this clean non-smoking gay friendly hotel.
Website:
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St
Marks Road, Meadfoot Beach, Torquay, TQ1 2EH |
Tel:
01803 294656
Fax: 01803 211983
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Description:
For Friends, Lovers & Anyone Wishing to Get Away from
it All. Since 1973, Englands First & Foremost Friendly
Hotel for Gay & Lesbian Guests. The Cliff House, originally
the home of a millionaire, is now thoughtfully converted
to an exclusive luxury hotel set in delightfully secluded
gardens at the sea's edge. Here one can enjoy the peaceful
view of the sea from the terrace which fronts the comfortable
bar lounge.
Website: www.cliffhousehotel.co.uk
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Cockwood
Harbour, Starcross, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8QY |
Tel:
01626 890282
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Description:
The Croft is ideally set in an acre of secluded gardens
overlooking picturesque Cockwood Harbour and the Exe
estuary, approximately one mile from Starcross on the
A379 Exeter - Dawlish road situated between Exeter &
Torquay & A two minute walk to 2 of Devon's finest pub
/ restaurants enables you to sample the local seafood
for which the area is renowned. Own key no restrictions.
Safe off road parking for cars, boats etc. Gay Friendly
- Pets welcome - no charge.
Website:
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Lower
Warberry Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1QS |
Tel:
01803 294649
Fax: 01803 291175
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Description:
Beautiful Victorian Mansion with stunning views across
Torbay. Now taking bookings for weddings from 20th December
2005. Fantastic restaurant and extensive wine list. Stunning
sea view. Perfect for weddings.
Website: www.bishopscourthotel.co.uk
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Colebrook,
Plympton, Nr Plymouth, Devon, PL7 5EB |
Tel:
01752 336428
Fax: 01752344581
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Description:
A country house hotel with its own golf course and full
leisure centre which incororates a full range of beauty
treatments. We are also licensed for civil partnerships.
Secluded in plympton plymouth just 5 mile from a vibrant
gay nightlife scene.
Website: www.elfordleigh.co.uk
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Higher
Woodfield Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ12LD |
Tel:
01803 298339
Fax: 01803 215115
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Description:
Lovely Victorian Mansion set in 2 acres of mature gardens
with sea views. Great Rooms, Restaurant and bar. Only
500 yards from the Harbour and also beautiful Meadfoot
Beach.
Website: Click
here Email |
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9,
St Lukes Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5NY |
Tel:
01803 297247
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Description:
New gay owned small, luxurious boutique hotel, quietly
situated yet minutes from the beaches,shops and nightlife.
Offering a variety of rooms and suites The Hillcroft has
been created for the discerning customer looking for somewhere
special.
Website: www.thehillcroft.co.uk
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Meadfoot
Sea Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2LQ |
Tel:
01803 292837
Fax: 01803 299202
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Description:
An Elegant Victorian Villa Hotel in Torquay. Situated
just 2 minutes from Meadfoot beach and 10 minutes from
the town centre and gay venues. A gay owned and friendly
Hotel.
Website: Click
here Email |
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4
Queens Crescent Exeter Devon England EX4 6AY |
Tel:
(01392) 204 351
Fax: (01392) 204 351
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Description:
A large luxury Victorian home, gay owned and managed,
four poster, en-suites, LCD TVs, DVDs, tea & coffee
in all rooms. We have a guest lounge/meeting rooms, a
dinning room serving full english breakfast, private garden
and BBQ area.
Website:
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here, Email,
Map
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36
Ash Hill Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3JD |
Tel:
(01803) 297 391
Fax: (01803) 297 391
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Description:
Situated at the heart of the English Riviera, St. Michaels
is a 4-diamond, GOLD AWARD small hotel in Torquay.
Awarded the Southwest Tourist Board *Gold Standard*
for highest category, St Michael's is proud of its central
location, splendid sea views, superior decor and cleanliness,
and large, bright, well-appointed rooms. We are located
on a quiet residential street just above Torquay, 5
mins. walk to the town centre and 10 mins. walk through
town to the beach and seafront. Panoramic vistas of
Tor Bay make St. Michael's a romantic seaside setting.
Relax on our sun terrace overlooking the bay, enjoy
a cocktail or cream tea, and savour the salty sea air
and mild coastal breezes. St. Michaels is gay-friendly
and promises to make your holiday or business visit
a memorable one.
Website:
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here, Email,
Map
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2
Portland Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LL |
Tel:
01803 320058
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Description:
Small friendly gay owned Bed and Breakfast offering ensuite
bathrooms with galley kitchens, with colour tv, video,
freeview etc. Coffee lounge open all day long. Situated
in Babbacombe, Torquay, just a few metres from famous
Cliff Railway and Babbacombe downs.
Website.
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| Aaron
Guest House |
Hoe
Villa, 11 Sussex St, The Hoe, Plymouth |
01752
600033 |
| Abberley
Hotel |
100
Windsor Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1SU |
01803
392787 |
| Cliff
House Hotel |
St
Marks Road, Torquay, TQ1 2EH |
01803
294656
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| Fairmount
House Hotel |
Herbert
Road, Chelston, Torquay, TQ2 6RW |
01803
605446 |
| Frognel
Hall Hotel |
Higher
Woodfield Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ12LD |
01803
298339 |
| Glencree
Private Hotel |
2
Mennaye Road, Penzance, TR18 4NG |
01736
362026 |
| The
Hillcroft |
Hunsdon
Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 1QB |
01803
297247 |
| Marstan
Hotel |
Meadfoot
Sea Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 2LQ |
01803
292837 |
| Portlands
Guest House |
2
Portland Road, Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LL |
01803
320058 |
| Rainbow
Villa Torquay |
24
Bridge Street, Torquay, TQ2 5BA |
01803
212886 |
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Torquay
/ Devon
Gay friendly bars, clubs and restaurants
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Venue
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Address
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Telephone
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| BAR
ATLANTIQUE/Sauna |
Ocean
House Hotel, Hundson Road, Torquay |
01803
296538
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| CLIFF
HOUSE HOTEL |
St
Marks Road, Meadfoot Beach, Torquay |
01803
294656
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| CLIPPER
INN |
14,
Melville Street, Torquay, TQ2 5SZ |
01803
380388
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| MEADFOOT
INN |
7
Meadfoot Lane, Torquay |
01803
297112
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| IBIZA
DISCO |
3-4
Victoria Parade, under Queen's Hotel |
01803
214334
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| ROCKIES
NIGHTCLUB |
Rock
Road, Torquay (10.30 - 1am) |
01803
292279
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Rest
of Devon
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| BOXES
(Tues 9pm-1am) |
35/37
The Quay, 2, Exeter |
01392
259292
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| SIN
(Fri 10pm-4am) |
Dance
Academy, Union St; Plymouth |
01752
220055
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THE
CLARENCE
(traditional gay pub) |
31
Clarence Place, Stonehouse, Plymouth, |
01752
603827
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SWALLOW
(gay pub) |
Breton
Side, Plymouth |
01752
251760
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| ZERO'S |
Princess
Street Plymouth |
01752
662346
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Cornwall
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| CLUB
ECLIPSE |
St
Mary's Street, Truro, |
01872
241706
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| PINKY'S |
Sandridge
Hotel, Headland Rd, Newquay |
01209
711205
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Restaurants
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Restaurants
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The
Orange Tree Restaurant, Parkhill Road, Torquay, TQ1
2AL |
01803
213936
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This
a la carte restaurant is the only gay owned restaurant
in Torquay. It is not on the high street and its food
is of excellent quality. A real diamond amongst the
diamonte. Known by people in Torquay as the 'locals'
restaurant.
Opening times: Monday - Sunday from 7pm.
Website:
www.orangetreerestaurant.co.uk
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