Torbay 1837-1870: Investigations

Use the sources below to produce a piece of writing to explain or persuade as stated.

What were the effects of the coming of the railway on Torquay?

First Train to Torquay

The Effects of the Railway

Billings Directory & Gazetteer of Devonshire

Torbay Hotel

The Montpelier of England

Maps of Torquay Harbour Area

Torre Station

Create an advertisement for the new Torbay Hotel

The Effects of the Railway

Billings Directory & Gazetteer of Devonshire

The Montpelier of England

Imperial Hotel