What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Torre Abbey founded 1196 as a monastery for the premonstratensian Canons. After 1539 adapted as a private residence. Home of the Cary Family 1662-1930 Recorded plaque organisation: Torbay Civic Society.
Torre Abbey was founded in 1196 as a monastery for Premonstratensian Canons and later became the home of the Cary family from 1662 to 1930, reflecting its transition from religious institution to private residence.
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Photo: Stephen Craven on Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0