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Babbacombe Theatre

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About

A valuable asset to the English Riviera, the Babbacombe Theatre in Torquay, is renowned for wowing audiences with their highly acclaimed family variety shows, performed throughout the year by a professional cast.

The venue, originally a concert hall, opened its doors in May 1939, making 2019 its 80th year – ENTERTAINING YOU! To see what's on currently CLICK HERE

Now included in the TripAdvisor’s Hall of Fame the venue continues to be ranked as not only the No1 theatre on the English Riviera, but as the No1 ‘Things To Do’ when visiting the region.

Inspiring audiences to continue to support local venues, is never an easy task, however creating magical memories is what everyone at the Babbacombe Theatre will strive to achieve not only this year but for the next 80 years.

For information, dates and ticket prices for all the shows programmed for the remainder of 2019 and for 2020, please check the venues website, alternatively contact the Box Office.

The theatre has • Access for wheelchair users with an accessible toilet, • Wheelchair spaces • Loop System

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Facilities

Accessibility

All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
Facilities for Hearing Impaired Visitors
Guide Dogs Permitted
Ramp/Level Access
Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Establishment Features

Toilets

Key Features

Indoor Attraction
Max group size - 120 subject to availability

Parking & Transport

Coach Parking
Parking (free) - Some spaces available on the road

Payment Methods

All major credit cards accepted
Cash & Cheque accepted
MasterCard accepted
Min group size - 10
Special group rates
Visa accepted

Specialist Features

Marketed towards families
Marketed towards senior citizens
Marketed towards student/youth

Venue Facilities

Groups Accepted

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Babbacombe Theatre is situated on the beautiful Babbacombe Downs, in Babbacombe, Torquay; located only 5-10 minutes away by car from Torquay’s harbour side. It is easily accessible from other resorts on the English Riviera, Paignton and Brixham, Car parking: There is restricted on road parking however, there are numerous pay and display car parks within walking distance.

Public Transport Directions

Service 12 from Brixham, Paignton or Newton Abbot. Disembark at The Pavilion. Then walk to Debenhams (2 mins) and board service 22 and ask for Babbacombe Downs, you will be dropped on Babbacombe Road, just opposite Babbacombe Downs Road and the theatre is only a 3-minute walk. You can also board service 22 from Paignton Bus Station, which will also disembark on Babbacombe Road.

Access Information

PARKING

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

GENERAL

Audible alarm system

Hearing loop system

Seating available throughout the attraction at appropriate intervals, for visitors with limited mobility

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Babbacombe Downs, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3LU

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Tel01803 328385

Opening Times

Season (11 Feb 2020 - 2 Jan 2021)

* The box office opening hours vary throughout the season, however the venues opening hours are published on their website, updated monthly. When closed you can book online or via the administration office.

Awards

TripAdvisor Awards TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016

Friday, 28th February 2020 - Friday, 28th February 2020

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