Have you ever thought about Fostering? Our Fostering team will be attending a series of local events across Torbay and wider Devon throughout May including Foster Care Fortnight (11 – 24 May) and would love to see you.

The 2026 campaign theme for Foster Care Fortnight is ‘This is Fostering,’ focusing on showcasing real stories, celebrating the fostering community, and recruiting new carers.

Councillor Nick Bye, Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, said: “Our Fostering team are looking forward to getting out and about at events across the Bay and surrounding areas throughout May as part of our celebrations for Foster Care Fortnight.

“We are very pleased to once again support Foster Care Fortnight, which puts the spotlight on the vital role our local Foster Carers play in supporting children in our community.

“So if you are thinking about Fostering and want to find out more, why not come along to one of the events to chat to our team.”

Fostering information events throughout May

Saturday 2 May, 12pm to 12pm: Information drop in at Torbay Leisure Centre, Penwill Way, Clennon Valley, Paignton, TQ4 5JR, organised by Torbay Council Fostering team.

Thursday 7 May, 11am to 1pm: Annette from our Fostering team will be live on South Devon Radio on Brunch To Lunch with Denise and Paula, organised by South Devon Radio.

Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 May, 11am to 8pm: Offshore and Bays Festival 2026, Banjo, Princess Gardens, Torquay, TQ2 5EZ (In the Faces, Glitz & Glam gazebo), organised by Offshore Restaurant and Bar.

Saturday 16 May, 11am to 1pm: Information drop in at Torbay Hospital Exhibition Space, Level 4 Entrance, Newton Road, Torquay, TQ2 7AA, organised by Torbay Council Fostering team.

Sunday 17 May, 12pm to 2pm: Information drop in at Riviera International Centre (Aqua Lounge), Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, TQ2 5LZ, organised by Torbay Council Fostering team.

Thursday 21 to Saturday 23 May, 8.30am to 6pm: Devon County Show, Westpoint Arena, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, EX5 1DJ, organised by Devon County Council.

Friday 29 May, 2pm to 10.30pm: English Riviera Airshow Day 1, Paignton Green, Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BG, organised by Torbay Council Events Team.

Saturday 30 May, 9am to 9.30pm: English Riviera Airshow Day 2, Paignton Green, Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BG, organised by Torbay Council Events Team.

Sunday 31 May, 9.30am to 8.30pm: English Riviera Airshow Day 3, Paignton Green, Esplanade Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BG, organised by Torbay Council Events Team.

What we offer Foster Carers

If you Foster with Torbay you will get access to:

• Extensive support and training
• a dedicated social worker
• Mentoring from an experienced Foster Carer
• Support phone line
• access to a support network including local Foster Carers Forum
• events for you and your family throughout the year from a summer barbecue to Christmas party and the Train of Lights.
• Free beach hut access and other benefits such as free passes for Paignton Zoo and free tickets for home games at Torquay United, plus much more.

If you can’t make any of the events but would still like to talk to the Fostering service you can call 01803 207845, email fostering@torbay.gov.uk

You can also search #FosterWithTorbay and #FCF26 and #FCF26Torbay on our social media channels.

More information on Foster Care Fortnight is on The Fostering Network website. 

You can watch some of the highlights from Foster Care Fortnight 2025 on our YouTube channel. 

Torbay works alongside Fostering South West, a partnership among the 15 local councils from across the south west of England. Visit the Fostering South West website.