Annual convention 2010
The Riviera International Centre, Torquay
Chestnut Avenue, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5LZ
23-25 April 2010
Photos courtesy of Torbay Council & English Riviera Tourist Board.
Annual convention 2010 will offer Young Farmers the chance to visit the 22 miles of gorgeous South Devon coastline dubbed the English Riviera, with its stunning sandy beaches and rocky coves.
Built around the natural sunny bay, the three towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham offer something for everyone, from picturesque harbours, great places to eat and even a chance to play in the waves.
A great place to enjoy all the usual fantastic entertainment, competition finals and other fun to be had at annual convention, so make a date to join us there.
We're off on safari
More members than ever before took part in our online poll to decide this year's fancy dress theme and you voted overwhelmingly to head off on safari on the Saturday night (24 April 2010).
A fantastic selection of entertainment has already been lined up for the weekend and you can sample a taste of things to come in some of the videos and soundbites on our annual convention entertainment page.
There's a growing list of places to stay on this page and you can find answers to many of your questions abvout the convention on our FAQ page.
Programme of events 2010
Visit our What's On page for full details of the events and entertainments planned for this year's annual convention.
Visitor Information and Accommodation Booking Service
English Riviera Tourist Board
Tel: 01803 211211
Special rates on hotels
The following hotels have offered special rates for Young Farmers
- www.torquaynet.com
- www.conferencetorquay.co.uk
- www.charnwoodtorquay.com
- www.hillsboroughhotel.co.uk
- www.rowcroft-hotel.com
Places to stay, things to do
Torbay Hospitality Association, 12 Walnut Road, Torquay, Devon TQ2 6HS
Tel: 01803 605808
email: info@torbayhospitality.com
Getting to the Riviera International Centre
On foot:
The venue is just over 100 metres from the seafront, with easy access through Torre Abbey or via Belgrave Road and Chestnut Avenue.
By car:
From the A380 (Newton Abbot), follow the brown Riviera International Centre signs. From the seafront, take Belgrave Road or Rathmore Road.
By train:
The Centre is just 400 metres from Torquay Train Centre.