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T H E G RO S V E N O R H OT E L Torquay’s Perfect Location

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The Grosvenor Hotel How it all began… The Grosvenor Hotel was brought into the Richardson Group in the Autumn of 2012, taking the total number of hotels in the Group to five. Situated in a prime position, just a short, leisurely walk from Torre Abbey Gardens and Torquay’s main seafront and marina, The Grosvenor Hotel is ideally located for getting around the Torbay area, the nearby historic fishing port of Brixham, delightful Dartmouth and neighbouring Paignton. If you would rather leave the car behind, all areas are accessible – on foot, by bus, by train or, a great way to travel in the south west, by boat. Having started life as two Victorian Villas, The Glefinnan and The Roslin Hall, they began trading as hotels around 110 years ago and were then joined together to create The Grosvenor some years later. The building has striking Victorian architecture and many of the bedrooms still retain their elegant Victorian proportions and features as does the ground floor hallway. This spacious 47 bedroom hotel was recently awarded Child Friendly Matters as part of a much needed makeover, making The Grosvenor Hotel an ideal choice for families and those wishing to explore Torbay, the delights of a sandy beach and the many local attractions. The Grosvenor is a 3 Star hotel.

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So many places to see… Set in a wonderful location, surrounded by beautiful gardens and just a stone’s throw from the Torquay seafront, The Grosvenor is an ideal base for anyone wanting to explore the 22 miles of beaches, hidden coves and stunning coastline that make up The English Riviera. The hotel is within easy driving distance of the historic cities of Exeter and Plymouth, where you can shop ‘till you drop. Closer still, you can enjoy the traditional seaside town centre of Torquay, its harbour and picturesque views across the bay. Neighbouring Paignton and Brixham also offer great days out, as does Dartmouth which you can reach by water from Torquay harbour. Torquay was the home of the writer Agatha Christie who was born in the town and lived there during her early years. The town contains an “Agatha Christie Mile”, a tour with plaques dedicated to her life and work. Her home at Greenway is just a short journey and open to visitors throughout the season. There are numerous English Heritage sites close by to discover, including the romantic ruin of Berry Pomeroy Castle, the Norman motte and bailey castle at Totnes, Dartmouth Castle on the edge of the river and there’s the opportunity of a guided tour around Britain’s most important Stone Age heritage site, Kents Cavern. For steam and/or railway enthusiasts, we’ve the Paignton and Dartmouth steam railway.

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Spacious rooms with you in mind… With 47 comfortably furnished en-suite bedrooms, you can choose from doubles, twins or large family rooms, some with sea views, others with garden views, and some extra special rooms with private balconies or terraces. All the rooms have tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, toiletries and TV as standard. With a focus on family and having received the Child Friendly Matters award, we do our best to anticipate parent’s needs and wants. As such we have a number of facilities and services ready, such as extra nappies, children’s toothbrushes and toothpaste, baby wipes, milk and food warming facilities, sterilisers, potties and training seats and children’s cutlery. The Grosvenor has designated rooms for the less able bodied which have walk-in showers and can be accessed via stair lifts. We are also a dog friendly hotel and welcome well behaved pets.

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A taste of things to come We want you to enjoy the best possible food whilst you are staying with us and so we have a choice of dining options, whether you prefer the more conventional atmosphere of a brasserie, or just want to relax with a glass of wine or a pint with a lighter meal in our bar. Whatever you choose, you’ll enjoy delicious home-style cooked food, featuring local produce and the freshest seasonal ingredients. The brasserie has a regularly changing table d’hôte menu, with a range of delicious choices for each course and our bar offers everything from soups, sandwiches and salads to more substantial fare. You can also choose to dine alfresco on the terrace or opt for the 1950’s retro-styled, Keith’s Diner, located within the grounds of the hotel serving American favourites from hot dogs to ribs, pizzas to milk shakes. Not to be missed… the traditional Devon cream tea and the Sunday carvery, both equally popular. The hotel also prides itself on providing its guests with a wonderful start to the day by means of an authentic Westcountry breakfast. Again, we cater for little appetites with smaller portions and children’s cutlery as well as high chairs and relevant seating making dining a happy family occasion for all to enjoy.

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Relax and enjoy Here at The Grosvenor we offer excellent leisure facilities including an outdoor pool (seasonal opening) with a bar where food and drink can be ordered throughout the day, an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and gym. Both pools have changing facilities. A dedicated children’s room with a wooden hand crafted boat with blackboard sales and a treasure chest awaits creative imaginations and soft, curved seating offers the perfect place to enjoy children’s tv. For the older children, there’s individual seating ideal for the gamers in the family. Outdoors, the young ones also have the run of the gardens with a climbing frame, slide, swings and giant games such as Connect 4, Jenga and dominoes to enjoy. Within 150 metres of the hotel there are tennis courts, bowls and pitch and putt. There are also nine golf courses in the area, opportunities for riding, sea and course fishing, kayaking, crabbing and much more.

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It’s All About Family There’s plenty for all the family to enjoy in the local area such as Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts, Dartmoor, Torre Abbey (with bowls, pitch and putt and tennis courts), Splashdown Waterpark@Quaywest, Babbacombe Model Village, Babbacombe Cliff Railway and Dartmouth Steam Railway all offer great fun days out. Woodlands, the largest outdoor theme park in the south west, local sandy beaches from Torquay to Paignton to Brixham which has St Mary’s Bay and Shoalstone, an open-air, sea water pool, also offer great days out for all. For the rainy day there is Kent's Cavern, Bygones and much more. Nearby Cockington has great walks for the four legged member of the family.

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Events, parties, special occasions and conferences Whether you’re celebrating a life worth living, a life worth sharing or any other significant occasion, our dedicated Events Team will work with you to ensure every aspect is covered and catered for. We can discuss a variety of room options and layouts, making sure your party or event is everything you want. For weddings, we hold a full licence for Civil Ceremonies and Civil Partnerships, indoors and out, or we can offer a great party venue for your wedding reception. With our setting, the gardens offer a wonderful backdrop for photographs. Talk to us about our various wedding packages including our All Inclusive Wedding Package from just £2250.00 (terms and conditions apply). The Grosvenor is also able to offer conference facilities with full catering support. Again, our experienced team will handle all bookings with complete professionalism ensuring your day goes without a hitch.

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The Richardson Hotel Group

The 4★ Grand Hotel The Grosvenor Hotel is one of five wonderful Victorian hotels owned by The Richardson Hotel Group. The other four, all based in the south west, include its flagship and other Torquay based hotel, The Grand. Located on the seafront, the 132 individually and comfortably furnished en-suite bedrooms, many with sea views, offer a wide choice from suites to singles, executives to standards and all have Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, TV and toiletries as standard. The Grand Hotel offers a number of dining choices, from fine dining to relaxed Afternoon and Cream Teas, light lunches and cocktails in the wonderful Compass Lounge and terrace. We also serve refreshments and light bites on the terrace or around the outdoor pool. The emphasis is on home-made where possible and locally grown or sourced ingredients to ensure seasonality, freshness and authenticity. As well as the outdoor pool, The Grand also boasts an indoor pool, gym, hot tub and spa. The location of the hotel ensures guests enjoy magnificent views across Torbay and are ideally situated for exploring the surrounding area and nearby towns such as Paignton, Brixham and Dartmouth.

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The Richardson Hotel Group

The 3★ Falmouth Hotel The first of the Cornwall hotels and another truly family friendly hotel is The Falmouth.. the Grand Dame, having opened in 1865 with the arrival of the railway to the town. A striking Victorian chateau-style hotel set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens, the hotel enjoys fantastic views across the Bay and offers immediate access to Castle Beach opposite. Just a short stroll from the town, the 71 spacious, en-suite bedroomed hotel also boasts an indoor pool, hot tub, gym and spa. There’s a number of dining options available, from the AA Rosette Castle Beach Restaurant, to the lounge bar or gardens. Mouth-watering Westcountry breakfasts to delicious afternoon teas, light lunches to three course dinners, The Falmouth Hotel is renowned for its excellent food. If your preference is for self-catering, we also offer 1, 2 and 3 bed cottages or 1 and 2 bedroomed apartments adjacent to the hotel. All have the benefit of being able to use all of the hotel facilities, including the ample parking, leisure facilities, restaurants and bars while enjoying the freedom of self catering.

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The Richardson Hotel Group

The 4★ Fowey Hotel Situated on the south coast of Cornwall, the stylish boutique, 37 en-suite bedroomed Fowey Hotel offers stunning, uninterrupted views of the River Fowey. This elegant Victorian hotel is located just a short stroll from the picturesque town of Fowey with its cobbled streets and independent shops and galleries which are well worth a look. Catch a ferry from the quayside to nearby Mevagissy or Polruan opposite, or it’s just a short walk to the nearest beach, Readymoney Cove, and the south west coastal path. The hotel was founded in 1882 with the expansion of the railways into Cornwall. Since that time it has welcomed many notable guests including writers from the past, including Daphne du Maurier and Wind In The Willows author, Kenneth Graham, to modern day author and actress, Dawn French. With its AA Rosette Restaurant, Spinnakers, and one of the few Master Chefs of Great Britain, dining at The Fowey Hotel is always an enjoyable experience with the focus on quality local ingredients simply, yet beautifully, prepared and presented. For more casual dining, there’s the Outlook Bar, terrace and gardens giving diners and visitors every choice. Cream and Afternoon teas are a real treat. All rooms are spacious and comfortable and an ideal haven for a little rest and relaxation. This a true home from home.

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The Richardson Hotel Group

The 4★ Metropole Hotel Situated overlooking the picturesque harbour town of Padstow and offering panoramic views of the Camel Estuary, The Metropole Hotel occupies a glorious positon and one which guests and diners can take full advantage of. This wonderful Victorian 58 en-suite bedroomed hotel, is comfortable and relaxing. The AA Rosette Harbour Restaurant not only delivers mouthwatering food, most of which is locally landed, grown or sourced, but offers stunning views across the Estuary. For more casual dining there’s the option of the lounge bar, terrace, gardens or poolside. The River Spa, housed in the hotel, offers guests the opportunity to indulge in a little pampering. Locally there’s plenty to explore including the Camel Valley trail, either on foot or you can hire a bicycle; heritage sites including Tintagel, the birth place of the legend of King Arthur; and world renowned gardens such as Lanhydrock. Nearby Bodmin offers rail and steam enthusiasts a great day out, and in exploring the delights of Padstow, it’s harbour and stunning beaches, don’t miss the opportunity to call in next door, to the National Lobster Hatchery. Finally, there is ample parking at the hotel for guests and diners.

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T H E G RO S V E N O R H OT E L Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HG General Enquiries: 01803 206008 Reservations: 0800 005 2244

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