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Did you know South American fur seals can swim at speeds of 25 mph? Or that penguins live on the South African coast, not just in cold climates? You'll find out at Living Coasts, Torquay's best seafront visitor attraction which opened in July 2003.
Run by Paignton Zoo, it invites visitors to "live life on the edge" by bringing the coastal habitats of plants and animals to the waterfront of Tor Bay. Unusually, Living Coasts gives visitors the chance to observe animal behaviour not easily seen in the wild. A spacious meshed aviary allows seabirds free flight, while the underwater viewing of fur-seals, penguins and other species at play is utterly absorbing. The objective of the designers was to create an impression of space and of being "immersed" in natural habitats.
Café @ Living Coasts
With a panoramic sun terrace and large indoor seating area, our Café is the perfect place to have morning coffee, a freshly made lunch, or enjoy a luxury cream tea in the afternoon.
Tradewinds Gift Shop
The gift shop at Living Coasts is open to the public all year round and offers an extensive range of souvenirs, Fair trade products, unique gifts, homeware, jewellery, educational toys, and, of course, cuddly penguins!
Quality ceramics, glassware, pottery, and ornaments for the house or garden can be found in Tradewinds colonial-style gift shop. You'll find handmade items of exceptional beauty from countries such as Nepal, India, Morocco, Bali and Ecuador.
Open Daily between 10am-6pm (until dusk in winter) at a cost of Adults £5.50 & Children £3.90
Directions: Located on the waterfront at Beacon Quay, TQ1 2BG in the town centre of Torquay, 10 minutes' walk from Torquay Railway Station. There is car parking next to the attraction.
Contact Details:
Email: info@livingcoasts.org.uk
Phone: +44 (0)1803 202470
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