Preston Gardens, Paignton in 360º
Enjoy a 360 virtual tour of Preston Gardens, Paignton, a small park with a sundial where you can simply sit and relax in the sun.
I’d driving and walked by Preston Gardens many times over the years, so I thought I would actually stop and walk through the area. There’s not an awful lot there, just the sundial, a rock garden and flower beds. It’s a nice place for people to go relax and chill out in the sun.
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Location/Facts
Located in Preston, Paignton in Torbay, Devon, UK.
- The Gardens were formally opened in 1960.
- The Queen’s Golden Jubilee Maritime Sundial was unveiled in October 2006.
- The plague on the sundial reads, “Torbay Civic Society. Golden Jubilee Maritime Sundial. Presented by Torbay Civic Society and Torbay Council to celebrate the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II on 2nd June 2002. 2006”
- The wording around the perimeter of the concrete circle is “Today is Yesterday’s Tomorrow.”
History
The gardens belonged to Preston House owned by Major Butland which was demolished in the 1950’s to make way for the car park.
- For a while it was known as Blind Park, as there were scented flower beds with braille plaques. However these have since been lost or removed.
Getting There
Old Torquay Rd, TQ3 2HB.
- Car, Alongside there is a long stay pay and display car park with 48 spaces, including 2 disabled spaces.
Helpful Tips
- Dogs are allowed all year.
- Easy walk and wheelchair friendly.
- Be aware of the seagulls if your outside with food.
Weather
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Originally posted on 30 Apr 2019 at 22:21 by Ash
