Torbay Collection

Torquay town centre, Torbay, Devon, England

Napoleon goes aboard the Northumberland for his journey to St Helena, 8 August 1815, (c1850). Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) surrendered to a British naval officer

Fishing boats tied up in Brixham harbour, the south coasts busiest fishing port, in Torbay, on Devons south coast, Brixham, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Torquay town and marina, Torbay, Devon, England

A dusk view of a classic seaside pier, Paignton Pier, Torbay, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Moody seascape on the rocky shores of Torbay near Thatcher Rock, Torquay, Devon, England. Winter (February) 2022

The Promenade, Torquay, Devon
The Promenade, Torquay, Torbay, near Paignton, Devon, England. Showing the Sunken Gardens Date: 1920s

Brixham, Torbay, Devon, 1825. Artist: William Daniell
Brixham, Torbay, Devon, 1825. From A Voyage Around Great Britain Undertaken between the Years 1814 and 1825 by William Daniell

Corbyns Head, Torquay, Torbay, England
Corbyns Head, Torquay, Torbay, Devon, England. Date: 1920s

Torquay, Devon - Princess Gardens & Vane Hill Date: circa 1930s

A Grey Seal pup (Halichoerus grypus) with its mother, on a beach in Torbay, on the coast of south Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

A Grey Seal pup (Halichoerus grypus), on a beach in Torbay, on the coast of south Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) male hovers over sea oak (Halidrys siliquosa). Babbacombe, Torquay, Devon, England, United Kingdom. English Channel. North East Atlantic Ocean

Brixham Harbour, Devon, 1936
A view looking north-west over the harbour at Brixham. The harbour is full of fishing vessels. The town had one of the largest fishing fleets in the country during the 1800s

UK, England, Devon, Torbay, Torquay, Torquay Princess Pier

England, Devon, Torquay, Sunrise Over Torbay

Torbay from the Gardens, Paignton, Devon - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Torquay viewed from Rock Walks in Torbay, Devon Date: circa 1872

Torquay from Torbay Road by W.W. Quatremain

GWR No. 6000 King George V with the Torbay Express by C.T. Howard

Brixham Harbour (oil on canvas)
474175 Brixham Harbour (oil on canvas) by Williams, Terrick (1860-1936); 49.5x75 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

HMS Impetueux, commanded by Captain Thomas Byam Martin, rescuing the crew of HMS Venerable
6029451 HMS Impetueux, commanded by Captain Thomas Byam Martin, rescuing the crew of HMS Venerable, under the command of Captain J Hunter, wrecked in Torbay, Devon

Landing of William III at Torbay (engraving)
670667 Landing of William III at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of William III at Torbay)

The French retreating from Torbay AD 1690 (litho)
1074158 The French retreating from Torbay AD 1690 (litho) by Wollen, William Barnes (1857-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Entry of the Prince of Orange into exeter after his landing at Torbay, 1688 (engraving)
973065 Entry of the Prince of Orange into exeter after his landing at Torbay, 1688 (engraving) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

French Fleet in Torbay (engraving)
1096965 French Fleet in Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Fleet in Torbay)

Landing of William, Prince of Orange, at Torbay (1688) (engraving)
1090864 Landing of William, Prince of Orange, at Torbay (1688) (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of William, Prince of Orange, at Torbay (1688)

The Embarkation of William of Orange at Helvoetsluys for Torbay (engraving)
664075 The Embarkation of William of Orange at Helvoetsluys for Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Torbay forcing the boom at the Battle of Vigo Bay, Galicia, Spain, 23 October 1702, part of the War of the Spanish Succession (1701-1714). Date: 1702

Ships at Brixham, Devon (colour photo)
3095023 Ships at Brixham, Devon (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ships at Brixham, Devon)

Torbay Express steam locomotive
The Torbay Express steam locomotive 70035, the Rudyard Kipling, which ran from London Paddington to the West Country. Date: circa 1960s

The landing of William III at Torbay (engraving)
665075 The landing of William III at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The landing of William III at Torbay)

Anniversary of the Landing of the Prince of Orange at Torbay, 5 November 1688 (engraving)
1100846 Anniversary of the Landing of the Prince of Orange at Torbay, 5 November 1688 (engraving) by Gilbert, John (1817-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Wrecks at Broadsands, near Brixham, Torbay (engraving)
1098911 The Wrecks at Broadsands, near Brixham, Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wrecks at Broadsands, near Brixham, Torbay)

The Reserve Fleet exercising their Search-Lights at Torbay (litho)
1042850 The Reserve Fleet exercising their Search-Lights at Torbay (litho) by Maud, William T. (1865-1903); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Reserve Fleet exercising their Search-Lights at Torbay)

Station of the Direct United States Cable, Torbay, Nova Scotia (engraving)
1059513 Station of the Direct United States Cable, Torbay, Nova Scotia (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Station of the Direct United States Cable)

Brixham Regatta (engraving)
1591387 Brixham Regatta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Brixham Regatta. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 September 1887)

The Landing of William 3d at Torbay (engraving)
727124 The Landing of William 3d at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Landing of William 3d at Torbay)

William of Orange comes to Britain, c. 1950 (litho)
1122726 William of Orange comes to Britain, c.1950 (litho) by Brock, Richard Henry (1871-1943); Private Collection; (add.info)

Effects of the Late Storm in Torbay, Destruction of a Portion of the Seawall from Paignton to Torquay (engraving)
1098349 Effects of the Late Storm in Torbay, Destruction of a Portion of the Seawall from Paignton to Torquay (engraving) by English School

HRH the Duke of York on Board the "Crescent"in Torbay (b / w photo)
1063447 HRH the Duke of York on Board the " Crescent" in Torbay (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The American Ship Wallace on Fire at Torbay (engraving)
1105133 The American Ship Wallace on Fire at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The American Ship Wallace on Fire at Torbay)

The French Retreating from Torbay (engraving)
664119 The French Retreating from Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The French Retreating from Torbay)

Landing of William of Orange at Torbay (engraving)
655076 Landing of William of Orange at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Landing of William of Orange at Torbay)

William of Orange landing at Torbay (engraving)
6020459 William of Orange landing at Torbay (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William of Orange landing at Torbay)

"Drake taking the Spanish Galleon Capitana, One of the Armada, to Torbay, 22 July 1588
1588818 " Drake taking the Spanish Galleon Capitana, One of the Armada, to Torbay, 22 July 1588, " in the Exhibition of the Society of Painters in Water-Colours (engraving) by Brierly

The Naval Manoeuvres, the Fleet in Torbay (b / w photo)
1592469 The Naval Manoeuvres, the Fleet in Torbay (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Manoeuvres, the Fleet in Torbay)

Captain HRH the Duke of York on Board HMS "Crescent, "in Torbay, 25 June 1898 (b / w photo)
1606213 Captain HRH the Duke of York on Board HMS " Crescent, " in Torbay, 25 June 1898 (b/w photo) by English Photographer

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Discover the captivating beauty of Torbay, a coastal gem nestled in Devon, England. History comes alive as you envision Napoleon's departure on the Northumberland for his fateful journey to St Helena in 1815. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Brixham harbour, where fishing boats rest after fruitful expeditions, making it the busiest fishing port along the south coast. Indulge your senses with breathtaking views of Torquay town and marina, where modernity meets tradition against a backdrop of azure waters. Experience nature's raw power as moody seascape engulfs Thatcher Rock near Torbay's rocky shores during winter days in February 2022. As dusk settles over Paignton Pier, witness its timeless charm that harkens back to classic seaside nostalgia. Transport yourself to 1825 Brixham through William Daniell's artistic depiction and admire how time has shaped this picturesque corner of Torbay. Corbyns Head stands proudly amidst Torquay's landscape, offering panoramic vistas that will leave you awestruck. Take a leisurely stroll along The Promenade and feel the gentle sea breeze caress your face while embracing tranquility at Princess Gardens & Vane Hill in Torquay. Gaze upon Torbay from Paignton Gardens and let its natural splendor captivate your soul. Embark on an enchanting journey through Rock Walks in Devon and marvel at the stunning view it unveils: a majestic panorama showcasing alluring Torquay. Finally, explore bustling streets adorned with charming shops and cafes at Torquay town centre – a hub brimming with life and endless possibilities. In every corner of this remarkable destination lies an invitation to create memories that will last a lifetime. Welcome to Torbay – where history intertwines with natural wonders, creating an unforgettable experience for all who venture here.