Where to find live music in Torbay

Beyond the Princess Theatre’s touring acts, the bay has a quietly busy live-music scene. Here’s where to look.

The Hole in the Wall, Torquay

The bay’s oldest pub, in the harbourside lanes. Folk on Tuesdays, blues on Fridays. Free entry.

Bowie’s, Paignton

Tribute acts and original local bands. Loud, busy, fun. Cover charge.

The Maritime Inn, Brixham

Acoustic singer-songwriters most weekends. Order food and stay all night.

The Foundry, Torquay

Indie nights, occasional touring acts, the bay’s closest thing to a proper venue.

Babbacombe Theatre

Seasonal summer variety + the occasional tribute weekend.

Free outdoors

Princess Theatre Gardens hosts free outdoor music most summer Sundays.