Torquay's Crime Museum

The Crime Museum sits right in Torquay's town centre, and it's one of those attractions that divides people sharply. You're looking at a collection of exhibits tied to real criminal cases - some local, some infamous. It's a bit macabre, honestly, and not everyone's cup of tea.

What you actually get is a walk through displays covering everything from Victorian-era robberies to more modern cases. There's crime scene photography, period weapons, and the sort of forensic detail that makes some visitors uncomfortable. Teenagers with a morbid curiosity will find it absorbing for an hour or so. Adults interested in British criminal history won't walk away disappointed. Small children? Leave them at the holiday park.

The museum doesn't require a huge time commitment - you can cover it thoroughly in 60 to 90 minutes. Admission is charged, though prices aren't confirmed here, so ring ahead or check on arrival. Torquay itself is a proper seaside town, so you're not travelling out into the sticks. If you're staying at Parkdean Resorts Torquay or Hoburne Devon Bay, it's practically on your doorstep.

Worth the detour? Only if you've got a genuine interest in true crime or forensic history. It's not a family day out in the traditional sense. But as a half-day addition to a Torquay holiday when the weather's poor - or if someone in your group is genuinely keen on the subject - it fills a gap well enough.