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Torre Abbey

📍 Devon, England

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About

Torre Abbey is a historic building and art gallery in Torquay, Devon, which lies in the South West of England. It was founded in 1196 as a monastery for Premonstratensian canons, and is now the best-preserved medieval monastery in Devon and Cornwall. In addition to its medieval and Georgian rooms, Torre Abbey is known for the formal gardens on Abbey Park and Meadows, for the third largest art collection in the county of Devon and for regular exhibitions by contemporary artists.

Founded in 1196 as a monastery for Premonstratensian canons — the best-preserved medieval monastery in Devon and Cornwall. Converted to a country mansion after the Dissolution. The Cary family held it for centuries. Spanish Armada prisoners were held here in 1588. Now houses an art collection including works associated with Agatha Christie, who was born in Torquay. Reopened as a museum and gallery.