County Court · South West
Torquay and Newton Abbot County and Family Court
The Willows, Nicholson Road, Torquay, TQ2 7AZ
Hearing lists
No list is currently published for this court. Lists are not published on weekends and holidays.
First names are masked: defendants appear as ******, or ****** SURNAME where the list gives one. Lists can change at short notice, so check the official list before you travel.
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Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing to allow for security checks.
Before you go
- Bring your court paperwork and photo ID.
- Expect airport-style security. Leave sharp or prohibited items at home.
- If you will be late or cannot attend, contact the court and your solicitor as soon as possible.
- Mobile phones must usually be silent, and recording is not allowed.
Venue details
Opening times
Contact
Telephone
Building facilities
- Parking
There is a public car park available at the front of the building which has a limited capacity, please ensure that you only park in the designated bays and do not use the marked disabled bays unless you have permission to do so
- Disabled access
This building has level access to the building entrance, a lift to the floors where the courts are located and level access into the hearing rooms. There are designated disabled parking bays available at the front of the building in the public car park.
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs are welcome.
- Hearing Loop
The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
- Security arch
For Safety and Security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter the building. We have a security arch. Please alert security if you have a pacemaker
- Lift
A lift available at the main entrance to the first floor. The lift is suitable for wheelchairs, the maximum load is 8 persons or 630kg.
- Public toilets
Public toilets are available the first floor of the building.
- Disabled toilet
Accessible toilets are available and are located the first floor. A lift is available to this floor.
- Refreshments
A hot drinks vending machine is available in the main public waiting area on the first floor.
- Interview room
Five interview rooms are available at this court.
- Waiting Room
This building has a public waiting area on the first floor.
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the first floor.
- Video facilities
This court has Prison Video Link facilities which is also available for conferences and legal visits.To book a booth email Southdevonmc@justice.gov.uk subject heading, Video Link Booking or telephone 01803 617898.
- Wireless network connection
This court has wireless Internet access available within the building via the GovWifi service.
This location handles
- Bankruptcy
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
- Divorce hearings
- Housing
- Money claims
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What this court deals with
Torquay and Newton Abbot County and Family Court is classed as: County Court.
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Help and support
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For journalists and observers
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Torquay and Newton Abbot County and Family Court?
Official lists are published by HMCTS. Use the "View the official list" button on this page to go straight to the list page for Torquay and Newton Abbot County and Family Court.
Can I watch a hearing?
Most hearings in criminal and civil courts are open to the public, but some are private or restricted. Expect security screening on entry.
What should I do if I will be late or cannot attend?
Contact the court named on your paperwork and your solicitor (if you have one) as early as you can. Do not simply stay away.
Why can’t I find my case on the list?
See our guide on why a case may not be listed. Lists are published at different times and some hearings are never published.
Sources and updates
- Hearing lists: official list page for this court on the HMCTS Court and Tribunal Hearings service. Each list shows when HMCTS updated it and when we last checked. How we get our lists.
- Venue details: official Find a court or tribunal page (dataset checked 2026-10-04), live details last checked 13 Oct 2026.
- Court information is based on HM Courts & Tribunals Service data. Used under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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