Planning your Holiday in Torquay

Torquay is more than just a pretty face! It has a wealth of attractions and there are countless activities for you to experience. Perhaps you have always fancied alpine skiing – yes, Torquay even has a ski slope!

You may be planning a family holiday, or a romantic weekend. You may have an adventure, or a relaxing getaway arranged. The Norwood, in association with the English Riviera, is the perfect partnership when it comes to planning the perfect break.

Families or couples – young and old(er) – however long you wish to stay, whatever the season, Torquay is the place to be and The Norwood is the place to stay.

Theatre Breaks
Torquay’s theatreland puts the sea into performance! Choose from drama, musicals, concerts, opera, ballet, comedians, magicians, pantomime – the list goes on! Tom, one of your hosts, is a professional actor and scriptwriter, so he can advise on any matters theatrical!

We can arrange theatre tickets for you during your stay, or just log on to one of these useful sites for information or booking. www.princesstheatre.org.uk, www.ticketmaster.co.uk

Diving and Water Sports
Why not try water sports while you are here, after all the sea is only at the bottom of the road. Alpha Divers can offer diving excitement for all, novices and experienced divers alike. Check out their website www.alphadivers.co.uk for more information.

Have you ever harboured a desire to try wakeboarding or water-skiing? Then contact Skiwest Watersports, based at Goodrington Sands. Log on to www.skiwest.co.uk

Golf Courses
Packed the clubs? We have golf courses galore in the Torbay region. Log on to www.golfindevon.co.uk to find out what’s on offer.

Cycling and Walking
There are coastal routes, moorland tracks and roads ripe for exploration on two legs or two wheels and 80 metres from The Norwood we have a shop that hires mountain bikes. It seems a shame not to take advantage. We can offer advice on popular routes.

Oh yes…I mentioned Alpine Skiing didn’t I? Just a slalom up the road in Kingskerswell, is the Torquay Alpine Ski Club. More information can be found on www.skitorquay.co.uk.

Things can only go downhill from here!