Torquay Watersports

2-4 Vaughan Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5EQ

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Enjoy Devon from the sea with Torquay Watersports. 

See the amazing coastline, look out for wildlife especially dolphins, seals and porpoise and escape the crowds in the many secluded and hidden coves.

Torquay Watersports is a specialist in providing high performance RIB rides. Let us show you the joys of the beautiful South Devon coast with one of our highly experienced skippers at the helm.

Setting off from Torquay Marina we delve straight into the English Riviera UNESCO Geopark taking in natural rock arches and rocky islands – each with their own stories and each with much wildlife.

Running different duration trips to suit everyone – no upper or lower age limits, just guaranteed fun!

Torquay Watersports is an RYA recognised training school providing training on powerboats and sailing keelboats, for beginners right up to the more experienced mariners.

Opening Times

Season (1 Feb 2025 - 30 Nov 2025)

* Open February to November.
0930 – 1830 Tuesday to Sunday.
Closed on Mondays. (except bank holidays).

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Road Directions

The postcode for your Sat Nav is TQ2 5EQ.

From Exeter, take the A380 to Newton Abbot and then on to Torquay. On entering the outskirts of Torquay, follow the signs for Torquay seafront and harbour. At the seafront turn left and follow signs for the harbour.

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Public Transport Directions

There is a main line station in Torquay. The marina is only 5 minutes away by taxi, or 20 minutes walk along the seafront. Use the National Rail Enquiries website to plan your journey.

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    Recent Reviews:

    • Happiness34653085435
      Best water sport ever 🤩
      5 of 5 stars
      26th Aug 2024
      Best water sport ever with John our tour rider. 1 hr was really fun and had very good time out there. He was excellent in his job and briefly explained about the attractions and sites. Read full review
    • Sarah P
      Great tour
      5 of 5 stars
      20th Oct 2024
      We went on the one hour rib boat tour yesterday and we had a wonderful experience! We were lucky enough to see two lazy seals and we had an amazing sighting of a doliphin pod. The skipper was... Read full review
    • Andrew S
      RYA powerboat 2 course was exceptional, highly recommended
      5 of 5 stars
      20th Mar 2025
      We undertook a 2 day course with Sam the instructor, who from the start was absolutely amazing. Her knowledge base and teaching style has to be commended. As total novices she made all on the course... Read full review

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