What does Torbay Communities actually do?
What does Torbay Communities actually do? A question we are asked often, and a difficult one to answer briefly. In the eleven years we have been operating in the Bay, projects...
17 September, 2025
Well hello, Autumn…so what’s happening in the Torre & Upton areas?
Where do I start? Lots going on, Torquay Place Funding for one, members of the community have already attended a Community Partnership meeting to provide ideas on projects for our...
11 September, 2025
Don’t settle for less as you get older – lead Active Lives
[caption id="attachment_10687" align="aligncenter" width="923"] During the Summer, Active Lives Torbay teamed up with Healthscape CIC, as part of their sea swimming challenges[/caption] The best advice as you get older is to...
10 September, 2025
Charity Finance Packages – brought to you by Rosie & Pete, our friendly Finance Team
[caption id="attachment_10696" align="aligncenter" width="902"] Finance isn't everyone's cup of tea, but it is crucial for charities and community groups to keep functioning. Need support? Have a chat with Rosie &...
09 September, 2025
Paignton’s vacant monastery could serve the community once again
[caption id="attachment_10657" align="aligncenter" width="926"] Photo courtesy of the Paignton Heritage Society[/caption] Did you know that Paignton had a Monastery? Not many people do, as it’s rather hidden away now, behind houses...
04 September, 2025
Connecting with our Community Champions
[caption id="attachment_10649" align="aligncenter" width="932"] Community champions & representatives from the first Community Champion Awards, held in 2024.[/caption] Volunteering is at the heart of so much that we do here in the...
03 September, 2025
Your Community Builder can help find different ways to connect to your community
Do you know your community builder? If you are a regular reader, you may have come across our articles and seen some of the projects we are involved in. Each builder across...
28 August, 2025
Stay tuned to find out what charities and community groups are doing around Torbay
[caption id="attachment_7829" align="aligncenter" width="924"] Tune in to The Volunteer Show, Tuesdays 10am-1pm, only on Riviera FM, 107.9FM or online at www.riviera.fm[/caption] Every week, I have the opportunity to interview someone from...
27 August, 2025
Summer Fun, Singing, Sandcastles and Circuses
Summer has well and truly arrived in Torbay — with long, sun-soaked days perfect for sea swimming, water sports, and the cheerful buzz of funfairs. On Torquay Beach, it’s a...
21 August, 2025
Plenty more fundraising fun to be had this Autumn
[caption id="attachment_10600" align="aligncenter" width="896"] Our ABBA Silent Disco on 16th August proved to be a fun time for all, with over 100 attendees joining us throughout the afternoon and evening....
20 August, 2025