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Open Day at the John Pike Local History Resource Centre

Torquay Central Library, Lymington Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DT

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Open Day at the John Pike Local History Centre, Torquay Library. Displays of our best and most unusual resources including the Olympic Regatta souvenir guide and the Great Train Robbers library ticket. Free refreshments & activities for all ages!

Come and see our vast archives including local newspapers, microfilms, maps, local photographs, pamphlets covering the Bay and beyond. We even have a tram ticket from the last ever tram in Torquay. There are free guides to take home about some of the great architecture e.g. The Pavillion, and historic events in the Bay such as the Torbay Olympics. Browse our books and ask questions, volunteers and staff will be on hand to help.
Activities include making paper yachts, and a local history quiz.

Timings & Tours

Monday 15 September:
10-4
Wednesday 17 September:
10-4
Friday 19 September:
10-4

Location & directions

Torquay Central Library, Lymington Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3DT

Contact on day:
sarah kennedy
Telephone number:
+441803714452

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Additional information

Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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