Devon coast

Beach hut hire in Torquay

Torquay's beach hut scene feels a bit smarter and a bit calmer than some of its neighbours. Corbyn Head gives you the classic seafront hut setup, while Meadfoot has chalets with a more tucked-away feel and some of the best bay views on this stretch of coast.

3 Miles of beach
3 Blue Flag beaches
Excellent

Water quality

Excellent

2025 classification

Weather today

10°C, Cloudy

Wind 11 mph SW, 5% chance of rain

UV Index

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Tide times today

03:00 1.1m
09:42 4.5m
15:22 1.4m
21:55 4.4m

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A more grown-up beach hut town, but still easy to use

Torquay can do lively if it wants to, but the beach hut side of the town is a little more measured. Corbyn Head has that neat Riviera frontage where everything feels close to hand, while Meadfoot sits a little apart from the busier centre and has a more settled, almost old-fashioned appeal.

Meadfoot is probably the one that sticks in the mind. The chalets there have a bit more substance than a simple day hut, and the views over the bay are excellent when the weather behaves itself. Corbyn Head, meanwhile, is the practical option. Straightforward, accessible, close to facilities, and easy to drop into for a full beach day without much fuss.

Where to hire a beach hut or chalet in Torquay

Corbyn Head is the obvious hut location if you want easy beach access and a more central seafront feel. Meadfoot is better if you want something quieter and more scenic. The two spots suit slightly different tastes, which is useful because Torquay is not a one-mood sort of town.

Short-stay huts at Corbyn Head, fuller chalet setups at Meadfoot

Torquay gives you two distinct styles of beach base. Corbyn Head works well for classic daytime hut hire through the main summer period. Meadfoot's chalets are more substantial, with power and worktop space, so they feel closer to a proper beach retreat than a simple changing cabin.

Day hire

Turn up, collect a key, and have a base for the day. Available as walk-ins at selected Torquay beaches from late March to September, or book in advance for a minimum of two days at other locations. Prices typically start from around the cost of lunch out.

Weekly hire

Book a hut for a full week and use it every day of your holiday or half-term break. Weekly hire is available at most Torquay beaches and is the most popular option during summer. Keys are collected at the start and returned on the final Friday by 5pm.

Seasonal hire

Have a hut for the entire season: spring, summer, autumn or winter. This is how regular visitors and locals use beach huts the most. You get your own key, your own spot, and can drop in whenever you like. Some owners also offer block bookings of several weeks at a reduced rate.

Booking a beach hut, without the hassle

Hut & Tide brings beach huts from across Torquay into one place. You can search by location, date and hut type, see real photos and what is included, and book with a secure payment. Here is how the process works.

Search

Pick your beach, choose your dates, and filter by what matters: deckchairs, electricity, dog-friendly, wheelchair access, cooking facilities.

See what you get

Every listing shows real photos, an honest description of what is inside, access notes (steps, parking, key collection) and nearby facilities.

Pay securely

All payments go through Stripe, a trusted payment provider used by millions of businesses. Deposits are held safely and refunded according to clear rules.

Collect and enjoy

You will receive check-in instructions, key collection details and directions. After your hire, return the key and leave the hut as you found it.

Why book through Hut & Tide

There are plenty of ways to hire a beach hut: council websites, Facebook pages, word of mouth. Hut & Tide brings them together with a consistent booking process, clear cancellation terms and proper payment handling.

Secure payments and deposits

Payments are processed through Stripe with bank-level encryption. Deposits are held separately and returned after your hire, minus any agreed deductions if something goes wrong.

Clear cancellation and rescheduling

Every listing shows its cancellation terms up front. If the weather turns, some huts offer flexible rescheduling so you do not lose your money to a rainy day.

Verified listings

Every hut goes through a quality check: minimum photo requirements, a structured facilities list, and confirmation that the owner has the right to hire it out under their local council rules.

Messaging and support

Contact the hut owner directly through the platform with questions before you book. If something goes wrong on the day, our support team is there to help.

Torquay beach huts are coming to Hut & Tide

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Things to do around Torquay

Activities, tours and attractions you can book near your beach hut. From watersports and coastal cruises to family days out.

Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves

Visit Britain’s oldest home & explore the award-winning Kents Caverns! Delve deep into prehistoric caves & uncover hundreds of years of history.

91 Ilsham Road, Torquay, TQ1 2JF
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Jet Set Go! Coastal Adventures

Dive into Adventure with Jet Set Go! Safaris and explore the beautiful coast of Torquay!

MDL Marina, Torquay, TQ2 5EQ
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Babbacombe Theatre

"The atmosphere in this place, you can’t beat! Stay kind to it and treasure it all you can" - Bruce Forsyth on the amazing Babbacombe Theatre

Babbacombe Downs Road, Torbay, Torquay, TQ1 3LU, England, United Kingdom
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Torre Abbey

Visit the terrific Torre Abbey on the English Riviera and enjoy a day out full of history, art and natural beauty

The King's Drive, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5JE
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The Boulder Bunker

The only climbing gym in Torquay, The Boulder Bunker welcomes climbers from V0 - V6!

11 South St, Torquay, TQ2 5AE
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Paignton Zoo

Meet over 2,000 animals across 80 acres in a wonderfully wild day out for the whole family at Paignton Zoo in Devon

Totnes Rd, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU
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Shaldon Zoo

Visit Devon's Shaldon Zoo, the small zoo making a big difference, home to some of the world's rarest and most endangered animals

Ness Drive, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 0HP
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Miss Ivy Events

Home to a plethora of incredible events touring the UK, check out Miss Ivy Events extensive touring calendar for some of the best festivals and shows

Devon
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Devon Bird Of Prey Centre

Book your tickets to this charming attraction in Devon and meet the impressive birds of prey that call this little piece of Devon their home

Fermoys Garden Centre, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 5TN
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Some of the links above are affiliate links. If you book an activity through one of these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps support Hut & Tide and allows us to keep providing free local guides and beach hut information. We only link to activities and experiences we think are relevant and useful for visitors to the area.

Beach hut hire in Torquay

Prices depend on the location, time of year and how long you hire for. Day hire is typically the cheapest option and starts from around the cost of a family lunch out. Weekly hire costs more but works out cheaper per day. Seasonal hire gives the best value for regular visitors. Prices also vary between standard huts, beach pods with electricity and beach lodges with full facilities.
Key collection details are included in your booking confirmation. For council-run huts, keys are collected from the local beach office or Tourist Information Centre. For privately owned huts booked through Hut & Tide, the owner will arrange collection, often from a nearby key safe or in person. Keys must normally be returned by 5pm on the final day of your hire, unless stated differently in your rental agreement.
Hut & Tide uses Stripe to process all payments. Stripe handles payments for millions of businesses worldwide and encrypts all card data. Deposits are held securely and refunded according to the terms shown on each listing. Every hut owner is verified before their listing goes live, and all huts must meet minimum quality and safety standards.

Own a beach hut in Torquay?

If you have a beach hut in Torquay that you hire out (or would like to start), Hut & Tide gives you a simple way to manage bookings, take payments and reach more renters. We handle the admin so you do not have to.

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