The Torbay Culture and Heritage Forum is a monthly meeting that brings together individuals, groups and organisations involved in culture, history, arts and heritage.
For people interested in culture and heritage
The Forum is a chance to:
- learn more about Torbay’s history and identity
- discover local cultural and heritage events, exhibitions, talks, festivals and walks
- find out about volunteering opportunities
For cultural and heritage organisations
The Forum provides a platform to:
- share events and projects
- put out funding calls or training opportunities
- find partners for collaboration and new contacts
About the Forum
The Culture and Heritage Forum was created to promote Torbay’s cultural and heritage identity. It acts as a hub for sharing information, ideas and opportunities across the region.
Meetings welcome everyone with an interest in Torbay’s heritage:
- people who live in Torbay
- visitors
- artists and art groups
- history societies
- archives
- museums
- theatres
- community groups
How to join
To join the Torbay Culture and Heritage Forum, please complete our online form.
For more information, please e-mail victoria.grimberg@torbay.gov.uk.
Meeting dates 2026
Wednesday 18 November
Help Shape the Future of Culture in Torbay, an interactive workshop. Meeting hosted at the Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey, Torquay.
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Location: Spanish Barn, Torre Abbey, The King's Drive, Torquay TQ2 5JE.
Places can be booked via Eventbrite.
This workshop is your opportunity to contribute ideas, challenge thinking, share local knowledge and help shape a Cultural Strategy that reflects the ambitions of the people and organisations who live, work and create here.
There is no on-site parking at Torre Abbey. Pay and display parking is available at Torre Valley Car Park, with additional on-street parking along the seafront.
Wednesday 16 December
Time: 1pm to 2.30pm
Location: Brixham Museum, The Old Police Station, Bolton Cross, New Road, Brixham TQ5 8LZ
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