Torquay

One of the UK's top tourist destinations since the Victorian period, the stylish resort of Torquay sits at the heart of the English Riviera on the South Devon Coast.  Torquay is famous for its sandy beaches and genteel Victorian appearance.  Walk the palm-lined promenade, and admire the international marina.  Sample the fare in the shops and cafes. Visit Torre Abbey with  stunning buildings, garden and impressive displays, world-class collections and exhibitions, complemented by modern amenities and special accessibility features. All year round the gardens celebrate the achievements of Torquay’s most famous resident ‘Agatha Christie’ through the Potent Plants Garden. Given that over half of Christie’s characters were poisoned, you will be intrigued and surprised by the range of beautiful but sinister plants on show, including the sources for cyanide, morphine and ricin. Fans of the writer can also interpret the plants and clues in the four outside beds and solve the mystery of the missing story titles.