For my last wedding of the year i head down to the towns of torquay and paignton in devon on the english riviera. Newton abbotmatthew jones, 33, had a history of depression and anxiety. Book or contact the redcliffe hotel, paignton and come and enjoy a break on the english riviera in torbay sun, sea, sand and a fantastic atmosphere book now for all enquiries. Paignton pier was financed by him as a tourist attraction in 1878 and. Enjoy our beautiful views across torbay from thatcher rock to paignton pier. Redcliffe towers, built by colonel robert smith 17871873, bengal engineers by diane james please note that this case study was first published on blogs. Redcliffe hotel book your room for the redcliffe hotel hotel in on viamichelin.
The west country studies library, exeter, holds a printed souvenir of the hotel, c1910, which records that decoration was by coverdale and co. The redcliffe hotel in paignton, on the english riviera, is set in 3 acres of garden and enjoys a prominent sea front location. Hotel paignton, seafront, beach, english riviera, torbay. Paignton zoo and living coasts are also worth visiting. Redcliffe lodge hotel paignton in the english riviera south. The silver service dinner in the restaurant is always superb. Redcliffe hotel 3 the 3star redcliffe hotel offers ensuite rooms with indian interiors in proximity to living coasts. Set in an originalstyle building, the accommodation comprises 68 rooms.
Formerly written peynton, payngton and paington, the name is derived from paega an anglosaxon personal name, ing meaning the people of and ton an enclosure, estate or homestead, the original anglosaxon settlement. Just got back from a dance weekend at the redcliffe hotel paignton. Redcliffe hotel paignton book your hotel with viamichelin. Situated on a promontory dividing the two sandy beaches of paignton and preston, the redcliffe boasts a 400 metre water frontage, at sea level, in the very centre of the outstandingly beautiful torbay, otherwise known as the english riviera. Rooms are ensuite and include digital free view television, beverage making facilities, hairdryer and telephone. Mary, first laid eyes on the redcliffe hotel in paignton, devon. The espalande road runs along the sea wall from the redcliffe hotel to paignton harbour. Great savings on hotels in paignton, united kingdom online. The redcliffe hotel formerly known as hotel redcliffe and redcliff tower is a hotel situated beside the sea between paignton beach. See why it was listed, view it on a map, see visitor comments and photos and share your own comments and photos of this building. With thousands of hotels in uk, using our website to book hotels is quick and safe. The hotel is steeped in history and it is worth asking reception for a printed sheet. Paignton hotel, seafront, beach the redcliffe hotel. Old photos of paignton in devon, england, united kingdom of.
The redcliffe is on the sea side of the road at the north end of paignton. There can be very few hotels in england to match the location of the redcliffe hotel. Redcliffe hotel news newspapers books scholar jstor. Redcliffe lodge hotel paignton in the english riviera south devon the place to stay uk. Beach cottage holidays book now at british beaches. On our website you will also find michelin restaurants or michelinstarred tourist sites near your. Redcliffe court limited officers free information from. They fell in love with it, booked a holiday right away and vowed to return each year with. Paignton is mentioned in the domesday book of ad 1086 as peintone in the ancient hundred of kerswell. The east india company at home, 17571857 ucl history 1 a fairy palace in devon. Photo prints old maps folded maps calendars photo books jigsaws mugs tableware tea towels cushion covers gift cards wallpaper trade colour contrast. Look for hotels close to the large, and free, geoplay park on the seafront and youve got entertainment for the kids sewn up. Photos, maps, personal memories and local books of paignton.
Redcliffe hotel luxury inverness city centre hotel. Beach hotel paignton, torbay, torquay the redcliffe hotel. A cookedtoorder breakfast is served in the restaurant, which boasts seafront views. Paignton zoo environmental park is within about 10. Francis frith the uks leading publisher of local photographs since 1860. The redcliffe hotel on the seafront in paignton, devon jump to. It is a grade ii listed building and was first listed in 1951. The areas natural beauty can be seen at babbacombe beach and blackpool sands, while princess. Quiet location with excellent views of the sea and brixham from dining room. Viamichelin and its partners allow you to book the hotel, bed and breakfast or apartment of your choice in just a few clicks. On the seafront at paignton, a short distance from oldway mansion. Redcliffe hotel paignton online booking viamichelin.
Paignton has some of the grandest and most stylish hotels in devon from luxury to boutique. Thank you for your continued support in these difficult times. We select from the best hotels, and all our hotels in england, scotland, wales and northern ireland can be reserved online with instant confirmation. Redcliffe court limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. The council said the decision to close the road to vehicles was. We have stayed at the redciffe hotel every spring for the last 12 years, going as part of sequence dance group, about 50 of us. Located in an unrivalled position on paigton seafront, the redcliffe hotel offers views across torbay whilst enjoying one of our 70 ensuite bedrooms. Francis will earn his sombre niche in sporting history among the. Guests can swim in an indoor swimming pool, while the accommodation provides views of the sea. This stunning hotel was once the home of merritt singer, of singer sewing machine fame. Overlooking torbays sandy beach, the 19thcentury redcliffe hotel has an indoor swimming pool and is set in.
I would have liked a potted history of the place and reading lights in the sitting room area. Renovated and redecorated in an original style, the accommodation welcomes you all year long. Egerton, a catalogue of an extensive collection of books. The redcliffe is on the sea side of the road at the north end of paignton green. Your cancellation request will be handled by the property based on your chosen policy and mandatory consumer law. Esplanade hotel, then built the gerston hotel complete with its own royal bijou theatre. Paignton sx8961 marine drive 19471462 east side 351 redcliffe hotel ii house, 185565 with an earlier core, for robert smith, a retired indian engineer. Each room is spacious and has a private bathroom with a hairdryer, and some rooms have coastal views. The hotel redcliffe redcliffe towers, paignton, devon, early 20th century. Drinks served in the redcliffe s bar can be enjoyed in the casual lounge area or on the large sun terrace which overlooks the sea. Paris singer and the romance of redcliffe dark lane creative. Hotel with a history the redcliffe hotel, paignton.
The redcliffe offers every facility to ensure a enjoyable and memorable stay, whether for business or pleasure. It approximately 28 kilometres 17 mi northnortheast of the brisbane cbd. Whole of the hotel is spotless including the rooms and bed linen. Redcliffe hotel redcliffe is a 3star venue offering bowling, mini golf and table tennis for active rest and a spa center, a jacuzzi and a sauna for relaxation. From the soft, sandy beaches to miniature golf, youll enjoy a fun packed family holiday in paignton. Are there any historical sites close to the redcliffe hotel. The east india company at home, 17571857 ucl history. Hotels in paignton paignton hotels english riviera. Redcliffe hotel set within a 25minute walk of paignton zoo environmental park, this 3star redcliffe hotel includes preston sands nearby. Redcliffe hotel limited overview free company information.
On hearing we were visiting agatha christies house our host gave us books about the history. Redcliffe hotel, paignton, torbay british listed buildings. If youre a history buff, youll love staying at the palace hotel, paignton. Police and council lock seafront road because people are. Overlooking torbays sandy beach, the 19thcentury redcliffe hotel has an indoor swimming pool and is set in 3 acres of gardens. The resulting book, under orders, thrilled dick francis fans everywhere. Redcliffe hotel limited free company information from companies house including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity. A cookedtoorder breakfast is served in the restaurant, which features seafront views. Isadora duncan there looms the distinctive shape of the redcliffe hotel. It serves as the central business district for the redcliffe peninsula and its surrounding suburbs. Paignton photos explore and buy nostalgic photos of paignton everything old photos old maps.
Each room is spacious and has a private bathroom with. In the warmer months, guests can also make use of an outdoor swimming pool. The reforms made in the east india company changed. A wonderful setting with the sea lapping the the garden walls,this oldie world hotel is full of charm and history. Located 750 metres from paignton railway station, redcliffe hotel offers quick access to paignton geoplay park. This property is housed in an originalstyle building. Gill and john wedding at paignton parish church and the. I believe this is a photo taken at the redcliffe hotel, but its listed under the redcliffe lodge hotel. Gill and john married at paignton parish church, a wonderful old sandstone building which has parts dating back to 27. Our expert guide to the most highlyrated hotels in paignton, including. Paignton, torbay, english riviera the redcliffe hotel. Dick francis a family business life and style the guardian. Paignton photos, maps, books, memories francis frith. The redcliffe hotel on the seafront in paignton, devon.
Overlooking torbays sandy beach, the 19thcentury redcliffe hotel has an indoor swimming pool. The property is situated 200 metres from paignton beach. Overlooking torbays sandy beach, the 19thcentury redcliffe hotel has an indoor swimming. Aug 28, 2009 i t was back in 1951 that dick francis then a leading jockey, now a veteran thriller writer and his wife, mary, first laid eyes on the redcliffe hotel in paignton, devon.
Torbay breaks, holidays, paignton the redcliffe hotel. Redcliffe hotel, paignton, torbay history in structure. Located in paignton, the queens hotel has a terrace and free wifi. Jul 14, 2015 on the seafront at paignton, a short distance from oldway mansion photographs of which featured in my previous post on paris singer and isadora duncan there looms the distinctive shape of the redcliffe hotel. Redcliffe hotel is a grade ii listed building in paignton, torbay, england. The redcliffe hotel inverness offers free offstreet parking and is a few minutes walk away from the eastgate shopping centre and there are many bars and restaurants close by but far enough away to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the crown residential district of inverness.
This really is a hotel on the seafront and, more precisely, on the beach. Paignton does not have many places to eat as in restaurants and if you dont book expect to be disappointed even when there appears to be several empty tables. Redcliffe is situated in the east northeast of the redcliffe peninsula on the western shore of the moreton bay. The areas natural beauty can be seen at babbacombe beach and blackpool sands, while princess theatre and torquay museum are cultural highlights. Located in paignton, the redcliffe hotel is near the beach. Torbay town centre is within a 15minute walk and paignton pier is less than 200 metres away. Superbly situated on the seafront of paignton in the english riviera. The redcliffe is a privately owned hotel with 69 bedrooms, set in 3 acres of grounds at sea level, and enjoys panoramic views across tor bay, from elegant torquay on one side to the quaint fishing port of brixham. The redcliffe lodge hotel offers family sized rooms and is just a. Part of the stunning english riviera, paignton boasts a long stretch of beautiful beachfront. In 1877 the house was bought by paris singer oldway mansion qv.
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