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Babbacombe Theatre

Q: What genres does Babbacombe Theatre book?

Babbacombe Theatre books Pop, Rock, Comedy, Variety. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Seaside variety theatre on Babbacombe Downs.

Venue at a glance Babbacombe Theatre · Torquay

~330

Capacity

standingmedium

Varies

Live music

flexibleper week

–

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Pop

Books

originals+3 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

Babbacombe Theatre — Quick Facts

Seaside variety theatre on Babbacombe Downs.

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Capacity~330 standing

Live nightsContact venue

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

Where

Babbacombe Theatre Babbacombe Downs Rd
Torquay
Torquay TQ1 3LU

Genres

Pop Rock Comedy Variety

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About Babbacombe Theatre

Babbacombe Theatre is a grassroots music venue in Torquay, Torquay with a standing capacity of approximately 330. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

Babbacombe Theatre books Pop, Rock, Comedy, Variety acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Torquay venue directory.

Built in 1938 on Babbacombe Downs, Babbacombe Theatre is a 600-seat venue on the English Riviera running one of the longest variety seasons in the country, from roughly February to October plus a Christmas show. The programme leans to variety, comedy, swing and tribute/touring acts (recent bills include Harry Hill, The British Carpenters and Down for the Count) rather than original-band gigs. Box office 01803 328385.

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Babbacombe Downs Rd, Torquay, Torquay, TQ1 3LU

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What equipment does Babbacombe Theatre provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Torquay venue directory.

What genres does Babbacombe Theatre book?

Babbacombe Theatre books Pop, Rock, Comedy, Variety. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

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What is the capacity of Babbacombe Theatre?

Babbacombe Theatre has a standing capacity of approximately 330 (600 seated), classed as a medium venue. See all Torquay venues for size comparisons.

Does Babbacombe Theatre have open mic nights?

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Where is Babbacombe Theatre?

Babbacombe Downs Rd, Torquay, Torquay, TQ1 3LU. See the map below for directions. Browse more Torquay venues nearby.

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