Est. 1649 · Paignton
The Torbay Inn
Paignton's oldest pub, pouring pints since the 1600s.
- Address
- 34 Fisher Street, Paignton, TQ4 5ER
- Hours
- Mon 1pm-11pm
- Tue-Thu 1pm-midnight
- Fri-Sun 12pm-midnight
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The building
The Torbay Inn dates back to the early 1600s and is believed to be the oldest public house in Paignton. The building itself carries a date plaque of 1647, while local history tells that General Fairfax, the Roundhead commander, stayed here in 1646 on his way to a Civil War battle in Exeter.
The pub has been a Grade II listed building since 1975, helping to preserve its character and history.
Today, the Torbay Inn still keeps its traditional layout, with two separate rooms - a cosy lounge and a lively public bar, each with its own atmosphere. You’ll find a good selection of real ales on rotation, a warm welcome for both regulars and visitors, and live music nights that have become a regular part of life at the pub.