What a beautiful place! Fabulous gardens and beautiful buildings. Yes, they are a little run-down and could do with some TLC, but this is still a gorgeous (AND FREE!) place for a day out. However, do beware of the Art Gallery at the front of Cockington Manor! Run by an extremely bad-tempered and rude man (Derek). I picked up one... More

Everywhere was closed and there wasn't a lot there anyway More

A walk from the Torquay sea front will get you to Cockington Court and Gardens. There is a large area to walk around at the front of the house plus gardens and craft shops etc at the rear. If you wish to purchase something you can otherwise it is a free day out. More

Loverly village well worth a visit and a bonus that entrance is free. Good range of activities and local craftsmen/women units with a range of skills on display. More

At last we made it to Cockington Court. There isn't really anything to see in the house but the craft centre is excellent. At last somewhere to admire and purchase local crafts of all kinds. We were attracted by the jewellery and glass but there is something for everyone. One criticism of the cafe is that dogs are allowed into... More

We enjoyed the variety of craft shops at the location and the grounds surrounding it, More

Caught the 62 bus from Torquay to Cockington. Walked around the craft centre and had cream tea in the tea room there before getting the bus back to Torquay. A nice afternoon out with a good range of craft chops. Would go again. More

Walked to Cockington from the Victoria and had a lovely walk, ate a cream tea and walked back. More

We walked here from Torquay on a sunny day. Very pleasant. We particulary enjoyed watching the glass-blower on a previous visit. More