Torquay is located on what is known as the English Riviera, 22 miles of stunning South Devon coastline with very favourable temperatures compared with much of the rest of the UK. Torquay and Torbay has been a popular holiday destination for centuries. Conference organisers will find Torquay and Torbay’s attractions a great addition when planning team building trips for delegates. Many of these attractions can host large groups making this region a great destination for conferences and business events of all types.
There is a wealth of conference facilities within the English Riviera area to help build the perfect event for that important business meeting, conference or seminar. Delegates attending conferences and events in the area will find a wealth of amenities.
The Torbay area gained a reputation as a destination for relaxation and convalescence during the Napoleonic Wars in the late 18th century. With its superb weather and romantic location enjoyed by families of naval officers stationed in the bay.
The Victorians can take credit for coining the phrase 'English Riviera', for its similarity to its French equivalent. Sub-tropical plants and Palms add to its Mediterranean feel, together with the busy waterfronts which are a hive of activity as working boats and pleasure craft come and go into the harbour.
Barcelo Torquay Imperial Hotel - 4 star
The Barcelo Torquay Imperial Hotels function rooms offer the perfect environment for conference and meetings. The Torbay, Regency and Haldon rooms offer superb panoramic sea views.
The Bishop Court Resort is set in extensive private grounds it accomodates magnificent conference and Banqueting facilities along with possibly the best Health and Leisure club in the south west. Everything you need for your corporate event and more. Our impressive facilities and high standards of service and care will bring prestige to your corporate functions and business meetings.
The Livermead House Hotel is an elegant country house by the sea also has many advantages for the business traveller or conference delegate. With meeting rooms suitable for 2 to 250, private dining from ten to two hundred and a host of excellent choices of venues, within this venue your choice is assured.
Orestone Manor is an ideal place to hold a business meeting, it is a world away from the hustle and bustle of daily life, set in beautiful grounds they provide privacy and a warm relaxed environment. We can also arrange days out or team building days at your request.
The comfortable conference room, situated in the hotel grounds, can accommodate up to 30 delegates.
The Grand is also an ideal business venue, with a range of conference rooms accommodating from 10 - 350 people. It is also located very close to the International Riviera Conference Centre that can host major events. Currently, Wi-Fi is offered free
to guests in all public areas and is also available in ground floor
conference and meeting rooms.
The Palace Hotel, one of Devon’s largest and most prestigious destinations for meetings, conferences and corporate hospitality. Easily accessible by road, rail and air with considerable parking and a main conference room that can seat up to 350 delegates, this Devon Conference Venue is ideally suited for both large and small conferences alike.
