Torquay

American

[tawr-kee] / tɔrˈki /

noun

formerly a borough in SW England: incorporated 1968 with Torbay.

Torquay British

/ ˌtɔːˈkiː /

noun

a town and resort in SW England, in Torbay unitary authority, S Devon. Pop: 62 968 (2001)

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England stars hail from Torquay to Blyth, with many players still closely tied to where they grew up.

From BBC ● Jun. 10, 2026

Elliott Roberts, 34, who lives in both Lincoln and Torquay, claimed the vessel he was on was fired at.

From BBC ● May 24, 2026

Tony Bedeau: Grenada international, who scored 65 goals in 374 appearances during two spells at Torquay.

From BBC ● Dec. 18, 2025

The typed letter is from a hotel called Ashleigh Court in Torquay and is responding to an inquiry by Mr Gwilt about a possible booking.

From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2025

Mrs Kingshaw packed a long-sleeved woollen dress, thinking of outings along the promenade at Torquay.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill

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